Eve shows up to interview for her big break at TCR, one of the biggest corporations in all of New Zealand. When the elevator doors slide open, she can't believe her eyes! She finds the CEO, Drew Forsythe, and his father's second wife, Lady Forsythe, locked in a passionate embrace. She tries to turn a blind eye to what sh’s seen, but when she arrives at her interview, she's greeted by none other than Drew Forsythe himself. What's more, the position she's aiming for is his personal assistant!

Companies like Enron, WorldCom, and Siemens have defined the dark side of the corporate world in the 21st century. This timely book is designed to address the diverse requirements of directors and heightened investor awareness, with an intelligent and comprehensive presentation of the structure and practice of boardroom management. The second edition takes account of recent developments like the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, codes of conduct promulgated by non-government organizations and institutional investors, debates over the audit committee''s roles and responsibilities, and new cases illustrating the problems facing directors as they negotiate the twin challenges of global competition and social responsibility. It walks readers through the legal and philosophical theories of corporate governance, translates these into practical implications for boardroom practices, and guides managers and directors on how to build their own frameworks for considering ethical and strategic issues that routinely appear in the boardroom. The practical approach is complemented by numerous illustrations and cases at the end of each chapter for discussion and self-appraisal. Sample Chapter(s). Introduction (44 KB). Chapter 1: Taking Back the Boardroom: Understanding your Dutiesas a Director (113 KB). Contents: How the Firm is Defined and Why is That Important for Directors; The Relationship between Managers and Shareholders; The Duties of the Director; The Non-Executive Director: Key to Board Independence; The Role of the Chairman of the Board; The Three Responsibilities of the Chair; Why is it Important to Talk About Ethics?; Creating an Ethical Organization; How to Avoid Common Pitfalls in ''Gray-Area'' Decisions; The Paradoxes of Corporate Governance; Understanding Power in the Boardroom; The Principles of Good Structure; The Principles of Good Process; The Committee Structure; The Family Business Board; The Closely-Held Corporate Board; The Multinational Subsidiary Board; Dealing with Takeovers. Readership: Advanced undergraduate and graduate students in corporate governance, practicing directors and soon-to-be directors, managers, management consultants and boardroom advisers.

Her boss meant business! Saville Craythorne was not amused! He’d discovered that Edney—his new assistant—was in fact the pretty girl he'd asked for a date last Saturday night! Edney was mortified! The tall, handsome stranger who'd kissed her and invited her out to dinner was now her boss! Edney needed her job, and Saville made it clear he never indulged in after-hours affairs! The only answer was to be cool and utterly professional—but that was easier said than done…when attraction was on the agenda! Marrying the Boss From boardroom…to bride and groom!

The fifth edition of Engineering Your Future: An Australasian Guide serves as a fundamental resource for first-year engineering students across all disciplines within the Australasian region. This comprehensive text places a significant emphasis on practical skills crucial for effective problem-solving and design processes. As the sole locally-focused introductory text in the field, it incorporates a multitude of topical examples drawn from various engineering domains, vividly illustrating the roles and obligations inherent in professional engineering practice. Sustainability, ethical considerations, and proficient communication are recurring themes throughout the text, underscoring their pivotal importance in the engineering profession. Furthermore, the book provides extensive coverage of soft skills alongside problem-solving and design methodologies, enhancing its utility as an indispensable guide for aspiring engineers.

A six-year-old secret… Poor boy Nick Konrads has made good and returned to the Australian town that sent him packing seven years ago. His crime? Falling for tender, innocent Suzannah—who had betrayed their love.As the new owner of her once-glorious family home, Nick now intends to make Suzannah pay. But he cannot deny his feelings still run deep for her. And then he looks into Suzannah's six-year-old daughter's eyes and recognizes…his own child.