Recently there has been considerable interest in corporate governance practices of modern corporations, particularly since the high-profile collapses of large U.S. firms such as Enron and WorldCom. This book part of the Wiley Essential series explains what corporate governance is, how it impacts a corporation, and how to create a good corporate governance structure. The tentative table of contents is: (1) Models of Corporate Governance, (2) Critical Issues in Corporate Governance, (3) Board Selection and Organization, (4) Duties and Liabilities of Directors, (5) Relationship Between the Board and Management, (6) Global Regulatory Environments, (7) Executive Compensation and Succession Planning, (8) Corporate Governance in Non-Profits, and (9) Future of Corporate Governance.
Book Details:
- Author: Sanjay Anand
- ISBN: 9780470139813
- Year Published: 2007
- Pages: 224
- BISAC: BUS001040, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS/Accounting / Managerial
About the Book and Topic:
Recently there has been considerable interest in corporate governance practices of modern corporations, particularly since the high-profile collapses of large U.S. firms such as Enron and WorldCom. This book part of the Wiley Essential series explains what corporate governance is, how it impacts a corporation, and how to create a good corporate governance structure. The tentative table of contents is: (1) Models of Corporate Governance, (2) Critical Issues in Corporate Governance, (3) Board Selection and Organization, (4) Duties and Liabilities of Directors, (5) Relationship Between the Board and Management, (6) Global Regulatory Environments, (7) Executive Compensation and Succession Planning, (8) Corporate Governance in Non-Profits, and (9) Future of Corporate Governance.
Corporate governance is a multi-faceted subject. An important theme of corporate governance deals with issues of accountability and fiduciary duty, essentially advocating the implementation of guidelines and mechanisms to ensure good behavior and protect shareholders. Another key focus is the economic efficiency view, through which the corporate governance system should aim to optimize economic results, with a strong emphasis on shareholders welfare. There are yet other sides to the corporate governance subject, such as the stakeholder view, which calls for more attention and accountability to players other than the shareholders (e.g., the employees).
Author speaks extensively: The author speaks worldwide at Sarbanes-Oxley Institute sessions in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia. In addition, this year he will be a speaker at the American Society of Quality Online Conference as well as various accounting, finance, auditing, and IT association meetings. Finally the SOX Group has a robust website as well as presence at various professional conferences. Key questions answered: This book will provide an understanding of what is corporate governance. It will: (1) Provide an understanding of what corporate governance is, (2) Show how corporate governance impacts corporations, (3) Explain the roles of directors and management, (4) Discuss current issues in Corporate Governance, (5) Compare corporate governance around the world, and (6) Show the differences between executive and independent directors. Part of Essentials series: This series provides the foundation for various topics for busy C-level executives (CEO, CFO, CIO, CTO, etc). They are written in a user-friendly style with numerous “tips and techniques”, “In the Real Worlds”, bullet points, and checklists.
About the Author
Sanjay Anand (Clifton, NJ) is CEO of Sarbanes-Oxley Group, a provider of SOXBase and SOXPro level training and certification programs for Audit and Non-Audit Professionals involved in (or looking to get involved in) SOX-related compliance projects. Anand is a globally recognized IT and Business process management consultant and speaker. He is the recipient of such awards as J.D. Edwards Consultant of the Year, Northeast Area Special Achievement, Global Enterprise Solutions Outstanding Performance, and Client Services Valuable Teamwork. His articles have appeared in Data Quest, Computers Today, Tech Republic, and Information Week.