INTB 6411

International Corporate Governance

Discusses the structure and goals of the modern corporation, the primary governance mechanisms used to help companies achieve these goals, how and why these roles, goals, and mechanisms vary across nations. The topics to be covered in the course include how share ownership, particularly by institutional shareholders, managerial compensation and board of director activities are being used to improve corporate governance systems. The class compares the Codes of Best Governance Practices from several countries as well as recent innovations in individual company governance rating systems. (This course qualifies as an international elective for the MS in International Business program.) Note: Students cannot receive credit for both FNCE 6411 and INTB 6411. Cross-listed with FNCE 6411.

Units: 3.0

Hours: 3 to 3