Creating Excellence in the Boardroom: A Guide to Shaping Directorial Competence and Board Effectiveness

Corporate governance has become a hot topic on both sides of the Atlantic. Myths and misunderstandings abound. What constitutes a competent director and an effective board? How are directors selected and prepared for boardroom appointments? How can a director become a more effective member of the boardroom team? Are you satisfied wit the performance and composition of your company's board? These and other related issues are examined in this book. It explores the roles of directors and boards, the qualities sought in directors, and how these can be better developed. It gives guidance on how to build an effective boardroom team and examines the role of the board in bringing about fundamental change.