| Description |
xiv, 288 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm |
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regular print |
| Contents |
1. Introduction -- Pt. 1. Developments in Corporate Governance -- 2. Theoretical Aspects of Corporate Governance -- 3. Development of Corporate Governance Codes -- Pt. 2. Owners and Stakeholders -- 4. Shareholders and Stakeholders -- 5. Family Owned Firms -- 6. The Role of Institutional Investors in Corporate Governance -- 7. Socially Responsible Investment -- Pt. 3. Directors and Board Structure -- 8. Directors and Board Structure -- 9. Directors' Performance and Remuneration -- Pt. 4. International Corporate Governance -- 10. Corporate Governance in Continental Europe -- 11. Corporate Governance in Central and Eastern Europe -- 12. Corporate Governance in South East Asia -- 13. Corporate Governance in South Africa, India, and Brazil -- 14. Conclusions |
| Summary |
"Suitable for both undergraduate and postgraduate students taking modules in Corporate Governance, the text will help students understand the context in which corporate governance develops by examining the legal structure and capital market for various countries. Well-written and engaging, the book builds on a sound theoretical base to encompass the latest developments in the field. Its excellent pedagogical features include thought-provoking discussion questions, helpful weblinks and useful chapter introductions and summaries making this essential reading for Business, Economies, Accounting, Finance, and MBA students."--BOOK JACKET |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Boards of directors.
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Corporate governance -- Great Britain -- Case studies.
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Corporate governance.
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| Genre/Form |
Case studies.
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| LC no. |
2004300187 |
| ISBN |
0199261318 |
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