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Chairing the Board: A Practical Guide to Activities & Responsibilities

Chairing the Board: A Practical Guide to Activities & Responsibilities

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Chairing a board competently is a proactive undertaking, and the range of activities and responsibilities that a chairman must perform is huge. There are many issues to be considered and skills to be mastered. Drawing on contributions from chairmen from both the commercial and non-commercial sectors, this book covers every possible topic including: the board's proper role, focusing on strategic issues, monitoring the enterprise, shareholders and stakeholders, board composition, managing the board's business, managing board relationships, and assessing and improving effectiveness. Fully revised and updated, this new edition is required reading for anyone chairing a board who wants to examine the range of their activities, and achieve improved levels of competence in the role.

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Format: Hardcover
 Pages: 240
 Edition: 1
 Publisher: Kogan Page
Published: 03 Jan 2005
ISBN 10: 0749443006
ISBN 13: 9780749443009
Book Overview: 'I expect it to become the definitive handbook on the subject.' -George Cox, Director General, Institute of Directors 'An excellent, easy read that should be required reading for every prospective director or chairman.' -Winning Business 'Useful for both inexperienced chairmen and the more experienced ones.' -Supply Management 'All the essential elements are spelt out clearly and concisely' -Ambassador * A comprehensive, practical guide to the role and responsibilities of a company chairman from an acknowledged expert * Endorsed by the Institute of Directors

Media Reviews
A comprehensive and practical guide; required reading for anyone chairing a board who is interested in examining the potential range of his or her activities and improving their effectiveness in this role. Commerce and Industry, Covers all the essentials an indispensable induction or refresher course. Director, Focuses on strategic issues, shareholders and stakeholders and assessing and improving effectiveness as well as taking into account recent developments in corporate governance. Quality World, Presents a guide for corporate leaders who seek ways to ensure their company's prosperity Although the references and legalities are British, much of the information about leadership and board functions is applicable in the US as well. Book News, A thoughtful look at the major issues likely to confront any board. www.getabstract.com Essential reading for all aspiring Chairs. Long Range Planning
Author Bio
John Harper is an accomplished company director, having sat on the boards of some 30 companies in the roles of chairman, chief executive, executive director, and non-executive director. He is also an experienced course tutor at the Institute of Directors (IoD), where he leads courses on the roles of chairman, non-executive director, company director and on good board practice. He has helped hundreds of company chairmen and directors develop their roles and responsibilities.