The End of Ethics and A Way Back: How To Fix A Fundamentally Broken Global Financial System

Appendix

Below is a broad sample corporate governance questionnaire the authors of this book recommend as a means to inspire best practices, ethics, and value for modern corporations. These are questions any board of director or corporate fiduciary should consider when making decisions on the institutional level.

Corporate Objectives

a. Does your company have a tangible plan to create long-term, sustainable shareholder value?

Yes No

b. Does this plan involve corporate social responsibility components?

Yes No

c. Is there an established and transparent procedure for making decisions regarding corporate objectives and strategy?

Yes No

d. Has the corporation retained independent consultants or advisers in the last five years for the purpose of developing long-term corporate strategy?

Yes No

Composition of Board

a. Are there identifiable internal controls to ensure directors do not engage ...