Word count requirements
The word count for this assignment is 1500 words. You must state on the front of your assignment the number of words used and this will be checked. The main text for this assignment must be word-processed in Arial, font 12, double spacing, minimum 2cm margins all around. You must observe the word count specified in this assignment brief. What does this mean for you?
Where your word count is more than 10% below that specified, it is likely that this will result in a lack of analytical depth or relevant content, which will be reflected in the mark assigned.
What is in the word count?
The word count includes:
- the main text, including in-text reference citations and quotations.
The word count does not include:
- Appendices. These may be used to include supporting data, which may be too detailed or complex to include as a Table. They are not a device to incorporate material, which would otherwise cause you to exceed the word limit.
- Title page
- Contents page
- Abstract/executive summary
- Tables, figures, legends
- Reference lists
- Acknowledgements
Essay Question:
Argue which, in your opinion, are the three most important aspects of good
corporate governance.
In answering the question, you need to pick three of the following aspects of corporate governance discussed in the module:
• Board Diversity,
• The Chairman,
• The Non-Executive Directors,
• The Executive Directors,
• The Shareholders,
• The Contribution of Board Committees (Audit and/or Nomination and/or
Remuneration),
• Corporate Risk Management and Ethics,
• Compliance with a Corporate Governance Code.
In your conclusion you should clearly state which aspect of good corporate governance is the most important.
You need to support your argument with relevant academic articles, as well as drawing on specific examples from non-academic sources.
Refer to formatting guidance above.
Assessment Guidance:
▪ Follow Harvard referencing system.
▪ Include section headings and page numbers.
▪ Follow generic formatting guidelines set out above.
▪ Do not use lecture slides, Wikipedia or Investopedia (or similar) as sources.
▪ Use simple, neutral language to express yourself. No need to use
sophisticated words.
▪ The introduction of your essay needs an argument statement. You can use
this as a start: “This essay argues that ...”
▪ The introduction should not be longer than 1 page.
▪ Do not use the Synonyms feature of MS Word. It is usually not providing good
suggestions.
▪ Carefully proofread your essay before submitting it to avoid obvious mistakes.Please use spell check.
Referencing and researching resources: I have attached many books/articles/lectures ( DONT USE LECTURES NOTES HOWEVER YOU MAY USE LINKS TO ARTICLES ATTACHED IN LECTURES).Please make sure you incorporate 2-3 examples or references from your own research. I will upload additional links to articles and book chapters for you to use. Must have 12+ sources
The writing guidelines are in the assessment brief and you must use them to structure your essay and please if you have any questions let me know.
The word count for this assignment is 1500 words. You must state on the front of your assignment the number of words used and this will be checked. The main text for this assignment must be word-processed in Arial, font 12, double spacing, minimum 2cm margins all around. You must observe the word count specified in this assignment brief. What does this mean for you?
Where your word count is more than 10% below that specified, it is likely that this will result in a lack of analytical depth or relevant content, which will be reflected in the mark assigned.
What is in the word count?
The word count includes:
- the main text, including in-text reference citations and quotations.
The word count does not include:
- Appendices. These may be used to include supporting data, which may be too detailed or complex to include as a Table. They are not a device to incorporate material, which would otherwise cause you to exceed the word limit.
- Title page
- Contents page
- Abstract/executive summary
- Tables, figures, legends
- Reference lists
- Acknowledgements
Essay Question:
Argue which, in your opinion, are the three most important aspects of good
corporate governance.
In answering the question, you need to pick three of the following aspects of corporate governance discussed in the module:
• Board Diversity,
• The Chairman,
• The Non-Executive Directors,
• The Executive Directors,
• The Shareholders,
• The Contribution of Board Committees (Audit and/or Nomination and/or
Remuneration),
• Corporate Risk Management and Ethics,
• Compliance with a Corporate Governance Code.
In your conclusion you should clearly state which aspect of good corporate governance is the most important.
You need to support your argument with relevant academic articles, as well as drawing on specific examples from non-academic sources.
Refer to formatting guidance above.
Assessment Guidance:
▪ Follow Harvard referencing system.
▪ Include section headings and page numbers.
▪ Follow generic formatting guidelines set out above.
▪ Do not use lecture slides, Wikipedia or Investopedia (or similar) as sources.
▪ Use simple, neutral language to express yourself. No need to use
sophisticated words.
▪ The introduction of your essay needs an argument statement. You can use
this as a start: “This essay argues that ...”
▪ The introduction should not be longer than 1 page.
▪ Do not use the Synonyms feature of MS Word. It is usually not providing good
suggestions.
▪ Carefully proofread your essay before submitting it to avoid obvious mistakes.Please use spell check.
Referencing and researching resources: I have attached many books/articles/lectures ( DONT USE LECTURES NOTES HOWEVER YOU MAY USE LINKS TO ARTICLES ATTACHED IN LECTURES).Please make sure you incorporate 2-3 examples or references from your own research. I will upload additional links to articles and book chapters for you to use. Must have 12+ sources
The writing guidelines are in the assessment brief and you must use them to structure your essay and please if you have any questions let me know.
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