Discussion: Governance and Agency Issues (180 words)

  1. Download and review the PowerPoint file(find in attachments)
  2. Before you view the video, consider the following questions:
    1. What is the primary goal that a publicly traded corporation should pursue and why?
    2. If a companys management team is not made up of shareholders, what problems could occur?
  3. Review the video, https://www.viddler.com/embed/e9cfea22/?f=1&autoplay=0&player=full&disablebranding=0
  4. Respond to the following prompts:
    1. What is the primary goal a publicly-traded corporation should pursue and why?
      1. What ethical conflicts could result from exclusively focusing on this goal?
    2. What is governance?
      1. How does it help ensure managers are aligned with shareholder goals?
    3. Support your position with at least one biblical principle with a specific Bible verse that you feel is relevant to the situation (explain how and why it applies).
  5. Your discussion should be based on the chapter reading and the video on the role of CFOs, as well as other resources that can contribute to the discussion.
  6. Your initial post should be atleast 180 words in length and include at least one academic source that is properly cited.