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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
The Robert W. Kolb Series in Finance is an unparalleled source of information dedicated to the most important issues in modern finance. Each book focuses on a specific topic in the field of finance and contains contributed chapters from both respected academics and experienced financial professionals. As part of the Robert W. Kolb Series in Finance, Corporate Governance aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of this important discipline by examining its various aspects.
Good corporate governance is important because it not only provides the cornerstone for the integrity of corporations, financial institutions, and markets, but also is central to the health and stability of the world economy. As the recent financial crisis has shown, proper corporate governance is essential to excel in today's tumultuous business environment.
Filled with in-depth insights and expert advice, Corporate Governance offers a comprehensive view of the shareholder-manager relationship and examines the current state of governance mechanisms in mitigating the principal-agent conflict. Divided into four informative parts, this detailed guide: *
Relies on recent research findings to provide guidance through the maze of corporate governance theories and concepts *
Addresses essential issues related to corporate governance including the idea of principal-agent conflict, role of the board of directors, executive compensation, corporate monitoring, proxy contests and corporate takeovers, and regulatory intervention *
Uses a structured approach to put corporate governance in perspective *
Discusses the trade-offs involved in following corporate governance best practices
Focusing on the governance of for-profit, publicly owned businesses whose main concern is to improve shareholder welfare and value, this book puts you in a better position to understand the role of corporate governance in today's business world and the requirements needed for effective implementation.
