Abstract
This chapter looks at the development and role of corporate governance which in recent years, has been thrust into the limelight as a result of corporate scandals and failures in governance linked to the global financial crisis. This chapter will consider:
· Meaning and models of corporate governance and how boards operate
· UK guidelines and requirements of boards as specified in the UK Corporate Governance Code (‘the Code’)
· A case study which considers the relevance and role of HRM and people management in corporate governance.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages | 8-10 |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Volume | 5 |
| Specialist publication | HR Bulletin: Research and Practice |
| Publication status | Published - 2010 |