2nd Edition
by Richard Leblanc
The
revised new edition of the must-read guide for executives―provides
comprehensive coverage of topics in corporate governance by leading
subject-matter experts
The Handbook of Board Governance is
the marketing-leading text on public, nonprofit, and private board
governance. Providing comprehensive, in-depth coverage, this unique text
represents a collaboration of internationally-recognized academics and
prominent organization directors, executives, managers, and advisors.
Contributors include Ariel Fromer Babcock, Robert Eccles, Alice
Korngold, Ellie Mulholland, Michael Useem, Elizabeth Valentine and John
Zinkin. Practical, expert guidance enables readers to understand value
creation and the strategic role of the board, risk governance and
oversight, audit and compensation committee effectiveness, CEO
succession planning, and other diverse board duties and
responsibilities.
Now in its second edition, the Handbook offers
substantial updates and revisions reflecting contemporary trends,
practices, and developments in board governance. New content includes
discussions of pressing issues related to climate change, examination of
information technology and cybersecurity challenges, and recent tax
legislation that will impact executive compensation. Editor Dr. Richard
Leblanc―an award-winning teacher, professor, lawyer, management
consultant, and specialist on boards of directors―integrates practical
experience and academic rigor to assist readers:
- Build and strengthen engaged and collaborative leadership in the boardroom
- Recognize the role and responsibilities of a well-functioning governing board
- Risk governance, assurance, and the duties of directors
- Keep pace with new trends in board governance and shareholder responsibility
- Measure performance and align performance measurement to executive pay
- Understand information technology governance, sustainability governance, and the different forms of governance
Highly relevant to board and committee members regardless of sector or industry, The Handbook of Board Governance, 2nd Edition is an invaluable source of knowledge on all aspects of corporate and organization governance.
