General Studies IV · Subtopic
Corporate governance
Official syllabus
Public/Civil service values and Ethics in Public administration: Status and problems; ethical concerns and dilemmas in government and private institutions; laws, rules, regulations and conscience as sources of ethical guidance; accountability and ethical governance; strengthening of ethical and moral values in governance; ethical issues in international relations and funding; corporate governance.
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What this covers
Corporate governance structures decision rights and accountability within an organization. Its ethical dimension includes truthful disclosure, managing conflicts and considering people affected beyond immediate management.
Key ideas
- board oversight
- incentives
- stakeholders
- disclosure