The assignment "Corporate governance" starts with the introduction which includes the executive summary and the scope of work that is realized in here.
The second chapter deals with a detailed definition of the problem that causes the relevance of this assignment, the determination of the objectives as well as the methodology that describes the assignment′s structured procedure.
Chapter three is focused on the basics and relevant theory of corporate governance. At this juncture in particular the principal agent, the transaction cost and the property rights theory according to corporate governance are being analyzed.
Chapter four is about modern methods and concepts for managing corporate governance issues. A practical case about the Dutch company Heineken that has realized a management concept for corporate governance successfully is examined in chapter four.
Finally, the results of this assignment are summarized; especially whether the set objectives are reached as well as critical comments about the assignment are given in the last chapter. Furthermore, an outlook about possible future effects of applied corporate governance systems is provided.
The purpose of this assignment is to provide further research insight on a topic, which still has not yet reached saturation in terms of analysis and understanding even though there is a voluminous literature on corporate governance issues.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- 1 INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 Executive Summary
- 1.2 Scope of Work
- 2 PROBLEM AND RESEARCH
- 2.1 Problem Definition
- 2.2 Relevance and Motivation
- 2.3 Methodology
- 3 BASICS AND THEORIES ON CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
- 3.1 Definition
- 3.2 Relevant Theory
- 3.2.1 Principal Agent Theory
- 3.2.2 Transaction Cost Theory.
- 3.2.3 Property Rights Theory
- 3.3 Selected elements
- 4 MANAGING CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AT HEINEKEN
- 4.1 Definition of the case,
- 4.2 Application
- 4.3 Interpretation and findings of research methods
- 4.4 Case solution
- 5 CONCLUSION, CRITICAL COMMENTS AND OUTLOOK
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This assignment aims to explore the concept of corporate governance and its importance in the global economy. It focuses on the challenges and methods for improving corporate governance, examining the case of Heineken as an example.
- Definition and Importance of Corporate Governance
- Theories and Principles of Corporate Governance
- Managing Corporate Governance in Practice (Heineken Case Study)
- Relationship between Corporate Governance and Financial Performance
- Challenges and Opportunities for Corporate Governance
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The first chapter introduces the topic of corporate governance, outlining the context of its growing importance in the global economy. The second chapter delves into the problem definition, highlighting the relevance and motivation behind the research. Chapter 3 provides a theoretical foundation for understanding corporate governance, focusing on key principles and frameworks such as the Principal Agent Theory and Transaction Cost Theory. The fourth chapter examines the case of Heineken, demonstrating how corporate governance is implemented and managed in practice. This chapter analyzes the company's approach and explores the findings of research methods used.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The main keywords and focus topics of this work include corporate governance, financial crisis, stakeholder relationships, management control, transparency, accountability, internal control, financial reporting, corporate social responsibility, case study, Heineken, and organizational behavior.
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- Stefanie Welz (Autor:in), 2006, Methods of resolution designed to improve corporate governance, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/73417
