Corporate Governance and Accountability presents students with a complete and current survey of the latest developments involving how a company is directed and controlled. Providing a broad research-based perspective, this comprehensive textbook examines global corporate governance systems, the role and responsibilities of the directorate, and the frameworks designed to ensure effective corporate accountability for stakeholders. A holistic approach to the subject enables students to develop a well-rounded knowledge of corporate governance theory and practice, policy documents, academic research, and current debates, issues, and trends. Now in its fifth edition, this comprehensive view of the corporate governance agenda features fully revised content that reflects new research and global developments in codes of practice and governance and accountability mechanisms. In-depth chapters contain numerous real-world case studies and compelling debate and discussion topics, exploring corporate transparency, social responsibility, boardroom diversity, shareholder activism, and many other timely issues.
Preface ix Acknowledgements xiii Part I Frameworks and mechanisms 1 1 Defining Corporate Governance 3 2 The Impact of Corporate Governance Weaknesses and Failure 27 3 Corporate Governance Reform in the UK 47 4 The Role of Boards in Corporate Governance 77 5 The Role of Institutional Investors in Corporate Governance 113 6 The Role of Transparency, Internal Control and Risk Management in Corporate Governance 151 Part II Global corporate governance 191 7 An Introduction to Corporate Governance Systems Worldwide 193 8 A Reference Dictionary of Corporate Governance Systems 215 Part III Holistic governance 255 9 Corporate Governance and Stakeholder Accountability 257 10 Responsible Investment 309 11 Future Directions for Corporate Governance and Accountability 351 Endnotes 359 References 363 Index 393
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