Free DownloadGovernance of Social Tipping Points: Resilience of the European Union’s Periphery vis-à-vis Migration, Climate Change and War
by Jakub Szabó, Paula Puškárová
English | 2023 | ISBN: 3031474120 | 171 Pages | True ePUB | 15 MB
Free DownloadJames Westphal, "Symbolic Management: Governance, Strategy, and Institutions"
English | ISBN: 0198792050 | 2020 | 272 pages | EPUB | 1053 KB
The theory of symbolic management reveals a pervasive pattern of ‘symbolic decoupling’ – a separation between appearances and reality – at every level of the governance system. At each level the processes of governance are less efficient or effective than they appear; from interpersonal relations within organizations such as those between CEOs and directors, top managers and lower-level employees, to relations between firm leaders and external stakeholders such as journalists and security analysts. There is even a separation between appearances and reality at the level of the governance system itself.
Free DownloadState-Society Relations and Governance in China By Sujian Guo; Nele Noesselt; John Creed; Sheng Ding; Joseph Fewsmith; David S. G. Goodman; Wenshan Jia; Guoli Liu; Josef Gregory Mahoney; Edwin E. Moise
2014 | 239 Pages | ISBN: 0739191799 | EPUB | 1 MB
State-society relations and governance are closely related areas of study and have become important topics in the social sciences in the past decades, not only in developed countries but also in the developing world. In China, state-society relations have been changing in the new era of reform and opening, and governance has become a central concern in policy practice and in academia. In this wide-ranging collection of essays, written by scholars from both inside and outside China, the contributors explore the complexity of the changing state-society relationship and the modes and practices of governance in China by combining theoretical exploration and empirical case studies.
Free DownloadDevelopments in Corporate Governance: Emerging Market Perspective
English | 2025 | ISBN: 9819663652 | 1060 Pages | PDF EPUB (True) | 30 MB
This book explores the dynamic landscape of corporate governance, focusing on the perspective of emerging markets. It delves into the evolving governance frameworks of these markets, highlighting variations in board structures, CEO roles, and director compositions due to diverse traditions and cultures. Emerging markets differ significantly from developed markets, characterized by concentrated ownership and the prevalence of family business groups within weak property rights environments. Additionally, there is a notable tension between direct ownership and control rights in these markets. The book’s relevance is underscored by the growing importance of emerging markets in the global economy. These markets have contributed significantly to global output and growth, rapidly integrating into global trade and finance networks. Advocating for a dynamic view of corporate governance, the book emphasizes the need for continuous evaluation and adaptation of governance practices. It covers contemporary governance topics such as the role of whistle-blowers, governance challenges in start-ups, governance practices in family firms, and evolving governance regulations in emerging economies. This diverse coverage deepens readers’ understanding of developments in governance issues, particularly within emerging economies.
Free DownloadChallenges to Urban Democratic Governance in Zimbabwe : The Case of the Appointment of Special Interest Councillors in Urban Local Councils By Jephias Mapuva
2014 | 130 Pages | ISBN: 1443863181 | PDF | 1 MB
Challenges to Urban Democratic Governance in Zimbabwe is a result of a study on urban governance in Zimbabwe focusing particularly on local councils and how special interest councillors are appointed by the Minister responsible for local government. The book establishes the extent to which the practice of appointing special interest councillors in terms of section 4 A of the Zimbabwe Urban Councils’ Act (2008) promotes, or hinders, democratic urban governance. The text investigates various different legislative instruments in order to present a normative framework on the best practices in democratic urban governance. A cross section of 20 urban councils was studied to establish a suitable level of accountability and consistency, as well as to provide an understanding of transparency in the appointment of special interest councillors. Among the findings of this book, it is noted that there is a high level of partisanship in the appointment of special interest councillors, especially of those who have lost in the local government elections but belong to the same political party as the Minister of Local Government, who, in this case, is empowered by law to make such appointments.
Free DownloadThe Gardener of Governance (Security, Audit and Leadership Series) by Rainer Lenz, Barrie Enslin
English | February 11, 2025 | ISBN: 1032886706 | 198 pages | MOBI | 8.48 Mb
This book builds on the popular GARDENER OF GOVERNANCE article, which enjoys amazing traction in the professional community globally and has been translated into 25+ languages. The Lenz and Jeppesen (2022) thought-piece introduced the 5 "Ps" as paths for the betterment of internal auditing: People, Public, Performance (Prosperity), Purpose (Profession) and Planet. These main fields of action and focus for the internal audit profession may determine the future role of internal auditing, its legitimacy, relevance and significance. The book aims to provide practical guidance for performing impactful internal audit assignments. Some readers will no doubt view the authors as unorthodox and the book may be a stretch for the purist, insisting on adherence to traditional rules.
Free DownloadAhmed M. Soliman, "Innovations for Land Management, Governance, and Land Rights for Sustainable Urban Transitions: The Middle Eastern Persp"
English | ISBN: 3031596706 | 2024 | 374 pages | EPUB | 66 MB
The transformation of the built environment during the last few decades has placed enormous demands for land. About 7.7 billion people live on the planet, which is expected to increase by 2.5-3.0 billion in just 30 years, with the highest growth projected to be in less developed regions. The spreading of urban informality in cities of the Global South leads to chaotic informal economies and an inability to capitalize on urban-rural economies of scale and exchange. The combination of socioeconomic and climate change vulnerability in urban centres is having a "double impact" on already poverty-stricken and marginalized groups (especially women, racialized, and ethnic minority groups) – leading to what has come to be known as "climate injustice". Land constitutes a main component of urban development and is the main asset for informal urban communities in the Middle East region. The State and urban planners can aim to regulate the growth of informal land markets or represent the interests of the citizens. However, in reality the increasing retreat or absence of the public authorities, the crisis of confidence between the governed and governing, and the deficit of urban policies to address the multitude of generated challenges cannot be concealed. This volume examines three main themes: land management and governance in the era of sustainability; Legal, informal, and illegal land tenures; and the broader socioeconomic changes impacting land (and housing) delivery. It investigates the correlations, transitions, and interactions between the various forces and multi-stakeholders that control and adjust the land delivery system for low-income groups and the urban poor. This includes exploring mechanisms for correcting urban inequalities between central and peripheral quarters and the modes of shared governance. Finally, the volume also discusses developing national land policies based on legal instruments that connect the implementation of the SDGs, land, and tenure security as critical drivers for more sustainable land delivery realization.
Free DownloadBogdan Iancu, "Governance and Constitutionalism: Law, Politics and Institutional Neutrality "
English | ISBN: 1138633674 | 2018 | 206 pages | PDF | 1498 KB
This collection studies the rise of neutral bodies as a challenge to the constitutional paradigm of the nation state. Administrative entities such as commissions, agencies, councils, authorities or ‘independent agencies’ as they are sometimes known, are relatively autonomous from majoritarian democratic control and by their institutional design fall outside the classical triad of powers or branches of government. They may even fall outside the confines of the nation state itself as with the EU Commission.
Free DownloadData Governance: A Guide by Dimitrios Sargiotis
English | September 12, 2024 | ISBN: 3031672674 | 572 pages | MOBI | 14 Mb
This book is a comprehensive resource designed to demystify the complex world of data governance for professionals across various sectors. This guide provides in-depth insights, methodologies, and best practices to help organizations manage their data effectively and securely. It covers essential topics such as data quality, privacy, security, and management ensuring that readers gain a holistic understanding of how to establish and maintain a robust data governance framework. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical applications, this book addresses the challenges and benefits of data governance, equipping readers with the tools needed to navigate the evolving data landscape.
