Corporate Governance: The Director’s Guide (5th Edition)

Description:

Step into the boardroom with confidence. Corporate Governance: The Director’s Guide is the most practical and comprehensive manual for understanding the multifaceted role of a director in the South African landscape. This 5th Edition acts as a vital bridge between theoretical governance and the high-stakes reality of board-level decision-making, making complex legal duties “easy” to navigate.

Why the 5th Edition is the “Director’s Bible”:

• King IV Integration: Fully updated to reflect the shift from “apply or explain” to the “apply and explain” outcomes-based approach of the King IV Report.

• Companies Act Compliance: Clear, actionable guidance on the Companies Act of 2008, focusing on director liability, business rescue, and social and ethics committees.

• Ethics-Driven: Strong focus on the moral and social duties of a company, moving beyond mere compliance to “ethical and effective leadership.”

• Global Perspective: While rooted in South African law, it contrasts local practices with international standards, perfect for students in global business programs.

Key Topics Covered:

• The legal status, duties, and liabilities of directors.

• The composition and functioning of a modern board.

• Board committees: Audit, Risk, Remuneration, and Social & Ethics.

• Integrated Reporting (IR) and stakeholder relationship management.

• Risk governance and internal controls in a digital age.

• Assessing board performance and effectiveness.

Key Specifications:

• ISBN-13: 9781928309222

• Authors: J.W. Hendrikse and Leigh Hefer-Hendrikse

• Publisher: Juta Academic

• Edition: 5th Edition (Latest)

• Format: Physical Paperback