Corporate Governance

The innovative aspect of this book lies in its analysis starting from the macro-economic level to the individual one, by presenting a detailed analysis of the micro-economic level of companies Socially Responsible Capitalism and Management is dedicated to present the different aspects of SRC for the..

The current degradation of sovereign balance sheets raises concerns about how sovereign creditworthiness is measured by credit rating agencies. Developing an innovative new methodology, this book shows that the ratings by major credit rating agencies show alarming inconsistencies. Countries can find..

This book brings together a range of leading thinkers to consider the relations between spirituality and corporate social responsibility. With authors from four continents the volume reflects a number of different perspectives and traditions including: Christianity, Process theology, Hinduism, Conte..

The term corporate social responsibility (CSR) has gained prominence both in business and in the media and has become one of the most debated management issues. Yet there is still a lack of consensus on what the concept means, what it entails, why it should be embraced and how. This companion offers..

Richard Williams surveys the history of the cooperative movement from its modern origins in the 18th century and deals with the theory of cooperation, as contrasted with the 'Standard Economic Model', based on competition. The book analyzes the successes and challenges of the cooperative movement as..

The Development of Corporate Governance in Japan and Britain..

The world of work has undergone major changes in the last two decades. This book examines these changes in their international context. It is argued that collective bargaining should no longer be viewed as the most important means of regulating the employment relationship. In the changed world of wo..

This book is of relevance for a variety of readers, including graduate students, management scholars, policy-makers, and management consultants, as well as those that are concerned about how the economic system of competitive capitalism is now in a position where it is riddled by doubts and concern,..

The Privatisation of European Telecommunications..

This book breaks new ground, offering a major survey on boards of directors throughout various European countries, opening up the hitherto unexamined area of study of board behaviour and the workings of the value creating board. _x000D_  ..

Value in Due Diligence..

Establishing a policy and building a culture that helps to protect organizations from financial wrong-doing, criminal or civil liability and permanent damage to corporate reputation has become a central theme of contemporary corporate polices towards 'whistleblowing'. This book is amongst the first ..