In an environment of sensitive shareholder activism in Canada, this case investigates the hypothesis that compared with their male colleagues; women are the more likely winners of tough troubles at the board. Interviews with five female directors offer insight into every one of their board battles. Through the inclusive enactment of their respective storylines, their championing efforts are being prompted by the preconditions along with of how they engaged their fellow directors, the procedure are presented, providing the opportunity to identify differences and the commonalities between them. Information of the last results is not offered in the case to persuade the students to think through probable endings. Real outcomes are specified in the teaching note.
PUBLICATION DATE: July 11, 2013 PRODUCT #: W13302-PDF-ENG
This is just an excerpt. This case is about LEADERSHIP & MANAGING PEOPLE
Women Board Directors Championing the Tough Issues Case Solution
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