Economics 345 - Corporate Governance

This seminar course studies the theory and practice of corporate governance. Topics include the legal and regulatory environment in which corporations operate, agency theory, executive compensation, the board of directors, debt covenants, corporate control, and stakeholder rights. We will analyze and evaluate current events in corporate governance using the tools discussed in class.

This course is open to Juniors and Seniors.; Prereq: ECON-211 and ECON-212.