Corporate governance - part 1
Taught by Hugo Newman · AI tutor support included
Students will understand the fundamental principles of corporate governance, including the separation of ownership and control, and how the agency problem creates conflicts between directors and shareholders. This lesson explores practical strategies to strengthen governance frameworks, examines the UK Corporate Governance Code, and contrasts rules-based versus framework-based approaches to ensure organisational transparency, accountability, and long-term value creation.
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In this lesson
- 0:00 Introduction to Corporate Governance
- 1:05 Ownership vs. Control
- 1:50 The Agency Problem
- 2:27 Corporate Governance Defined
- 3:06 Poor Corporate Governance Examples
- 5:22 Combatting Poor Corporate Governance
- 7:16 UK Corporate Governance Code Overview
- 8:45 Rules vs. Framework Approaches
- 11:10 Advantages of Framework Approach
- 12:58 Disadvantages of Framework Approach
About this lesson
Unlock the secrets to robust corporate governance with this insightful exploration of its fundamentals, ethical implications, and the pivotal role of corporate social responsibility (CSR). This video delves into the intricacies of ownership vs. control, the agency problem, and provides actionable strategies to mitigate conflicts of interest between directors and shareholders. Discover the OECD's principles for effective governance and compare the merits of rules-based vs. framework approaches, including a detailed look at the UK Corporate Governance Code. Whether you're a business professional or an aspiring leader, this video equips you with the knowledge to promote transparency, accountability, and sustained organisational value.
Duration: 15m
- Ownership vs. Control
- Agency Problem
- Corporate Governance Frameworks
- UK Corporate Governance Code
- Rules-Based vs. Framework Approaches
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
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