TY  - GEN
AU  - TRICKER, BOB
TI  - CORPORATE GOVERNANCE: PRINCIPLES, POLICIES, AND PRACTICES
SN  - 978-0-19-960796-9
U1  - 658.42 
PY  - 2012///
CY  - OXFORD
PB  - OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS
KW  - CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
N1  - 
PART ONE Principles
Chapter 1. A subject whose time has come
Chapter 2. Governance and management
Chapter 3. Theories and philosophies of corporate governance
Chapter 4. The governance partnership -investors and companies
Chapter 5. The regulatory framework
Chapter 6. Models of corporate governance
PART TWO Policies
Chapter 7. Functions of the board
Chapter 8. The Governance of Corporate Risk
Chapter 9. Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability
Chapter 10. The governance of listed companies
Chapter 11. The governance of private companies
Chapter 12. The governance of other corporate entities
PART THREE Practices
Chapter 13. Board committees - audit, remuneration and nomination
Chapter 14. Directors roles and remuneration
Chapter 15. Board Leadership - the reality of the boardroom
Chapter 16. Directors' capabilities and responsibilities
Chapter 17. Board effectiveness
Chapter 18. Assessing corporate governance
Chapter 19. Corporate governance around the world
Chapter 20. The future of corporate governance


N2  - Taking an international perspective, Bob Tricker examines different models and theories of corporate governance and applies them in a real world context. The author is highly experienced in this field and his practical discussion throughout allows students to appreciate the reality of governance. In this new edition corporate governance theories, the governance of corporate risk, and corporate social responsibility and sustainability are all now more prominent. In addition, more emphasis is given to the BRIC nations to reflect their growing importance. 

    The examination of several models and theories of governance, applied in a real world setting, offers a depth of discussion and analysis designed for more advanced students.
    Multidisciplinary insights from economics, law, psychology and sociology, and their influence on corporate governance, are analysed within an experience-led discussion.
    Takes an international approach to governance enabling students to contrast corporate governance regimes around the world.

New to this edition

    Increased coverage of corporate risk assessment, director remuneration and corporate social responsibility, to reflect the growing emphasis of these topics.
    The BRIC nations are given more prominence in this more international new edition.
    Case studies are updated and replaced throughout, ensuring that illustrative material is contemporary and relevant.
    Links to actual company corporate governance, corporate social responsibility and enterprise risk reports are included in the book and on the Online Resource Centre.



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