Corporate governance

Description

Drawing on key theoretical frameworks such as agency theory, students explore corporate governance mechanisms and their implications for firm behavior and performance. The course examines how ownership structures, board configuration, financial incentives, and corporate regulations shape the way companies are governed, while also engaging with broader issues such as corporate social responsibility, social norms, and top-management compensation. A comparative dimension runs throughout, shedding light on the similarities and differences in governance practices across major jurisdictions including the United States, United Kingdom, Japan, China, and Scandinavia. A basic familiarity with accounting and finance concepts is beneficial to fully engage with the material.