Corporate Governance Programs
Volatile markets and economic uncertainty are putting unprecedented pressure on organizations, but change also signifies opportunity. Even as corporate boards adjust to an evolving economic landscape, they find themselves under increased scrutiny to demonstrate independence, accountability, and transparency. More than ever before, extraordinary leadership is required from the boardroom.
Sustaining success in this new era requires that your corporate board and management teams take stock of the current economic and regulatory environment and adopt bold new strategies. Harvard Business School (HBS) Executive Education offers corporate governance programs to help your board members cultivate leadership and position your company for long-term profitability. The programs feature two timely offerings specific to audit and compensation committees, as well as a comprehensive board program.
Each program draws on the faculty's in-depth research, collective expertise, and personal experience with boards to address a particular set of issues. Participants gain a sound understanding of their obligations as stewards of public corporations, through engaging in the School's hallmark case study method and other effective learning methodologies.
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Audit Committees in a New Era of Governance
The current economic crisis, compounded by a changing regulatory climate, poses new challenges for audit committees. Not only are these committees responsible for providing accurate and transparent information to investors and other interested parties, they must ensure compliance with new accounting and financial regulatory rules and standards as well.
Compensation Committees
Given the current financial crisis, government bodies, the media, and shareholders are calling for the fundamental reform of management compensation plans. As a result, compensation committee members are expected to perform their duties more effectively, create compensation programs tied to corporate performance, and motivate their top managers—all while meeting shareholder expectations around what is appropriate.
Making Corporate Boards More Effective
Confronted with a global recession, fewer resources, and increased market volatility, today's corporate leaders face a new era of extraordinary challenges. Never before has the need for boardroom leadership been more pressing.
Our flagship board program provides your board members with the frameworks to effectively execute strategy, develop top talent, enhance enterprise value—and position your company for long-term success.
Also is offered in the Bay Area, California April 7–10, 2010.
The program fee covers tuition, books, case materials, accommodations, and most meals.
Programs, dates, fees, and faculty are subject to change.
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