This book on corporate governance attempts an in-depth coverage of all possible dimensions of corporate governance, particularly from the perspectives of the corporate Board and shareholders – The two pillars of corporate governance. It also covers the inter-related aspects of different functional areas of management from the financial perspective; along with allied areas of business Ethics and corporate social responsibility (CSR). further, this book highlights the concepts and practices of corporate governance from an Indian business environment viewpoint; but with an international focus. Salient features:each Chapter begins with a running case study to introduce the topic better. updated coverage on important topics such as corporate governance of Board, architecture and diversity, corporate goal maximization, stewardship, business Ethics and CSR. Includes latest and regulatory aspects of corporate governance