The Board Book
An Insider's Guide for Directors and Trustees
Will be published approx. on 8. June 2012
Book
Paperback/Softback
256 pages
978-0-393-34289-5 (ISBN)
Description
In his new foreword to The Board Book, former Mellon Foundation and Princeton University president William G. Bowen brings his immense experience to bear on the most pressing questions facing boards of directors and trustees today: seeking collaborative relationships and placing a renewed emphasis on sustainable initiatives. The strategies Bowen relates throughout the book foster the collegiality and sense of purpose-more important in today's turbulent times than ever before-that are integral to any effective board.
Reviews / Votes
"He minces no words . . . a compelling and critical read for wannabe directors-and for every student of corporate affairs." -- Booklist "Drawing on thirty years of experience with both for-profit and non-profit boards, it offers insights on ideal relationships between presidential and board members. Any business library needs this." -- Midwest Book Review "Provocative and pragmatic . . . filled with wise counsel even for those already a CEO or member of a board." -- Paul Volcker, former chairman of the Federal ReserveMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 210 mm
Width: 142 mm
Thickness: 16 mm
Weight
200 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-393-34289-5 (9780393342895)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions
E-Book
04/2012
W. W. Norton & Company
€20.49
Available for download
Person
William G. Bowen (1933-2016) was an influential educator and the author of more than twenty books, including Lessons Learned: Reflections of a University President, The Shape of the River, and Equity and Excellence in American Higher Education.