Lesson 2 Flashcards
CORPORATE SYSTEM:
Corporate Management
Corporate Governance
It essentially involves balancing the
interests of a company’s many stakeholders such as shareholders, managers, customers, suppliers, financiers, government, and the community.
Corporate Governance
is the system of rules, practices, and processes by which a company is directed and controlled.
Corporate Governance
deals with daily operations and the process of leading, administrating, and directing a company
Corporate Management
is defined as someone who protects and takes care of the needs of
others.
steward
company executives protect the interests of the owners or shareholders and make decisions on their behalf. Their sole objective is to create and maintain a successful organization so the shareholders prosper.
stewardship theory
Pillars of Corporate Governance:
Accountability
Fairness
Transparency
Ensures that management is
accountable to the Board and that Board is accountable to shareholders
Accountability
refers to the obligation and responsibility to give an explanation
or reason for the company’s actions and conduct.
Accountability
is any individual, group, or party that has an interest in an organization and the outcomes of its actions.
Stakeholders
an individual or institution (including a corporation) that legally owns one or more shares of stock in a public or private corporation.
Shareholders
Treat all team members, customers, and suppliers with respect and without bias. Provide effective redress for violations.
Fairness
refers to equal treatment, for example, all shareholders, including
minorities should receive equal consideration for whatever shareholdings they hold. Each decision made requires balancing the interest of different stakeholders.
Fairness
the company readily and openly provides information. We proactively communicate our work status, priorities, and deadlines. We make clear the rationale for our recommendations. We convey changes immediately and consistently. Ensure timely, accurate disclosure on all material matters, including the financial situation, performance, ownership and corporate
governance.
Transparency