Board Size
Proxy: Number of Commissioners
Definition & Description
The total number of individuals sitting in the company's highest oversight structure.
How to Use (Panel Data)
A corporate governance variable to test the effectiveness of decision-making.
Full Explanation Article
An oversized board is considered slow and bureaucratic.
An undersized board may lack diversity of expertise.
Related Reference Journals
- [1]Jensen, M. C. (1993). The Modern Industrial Revolution, Exit, and the Failure of Internal Control Systems.
Research Ideas
The effect of board size on sustainability performance (ESG).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between this proxy and regular accounting variables?
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