German Corporate Governance in International and European Context

by Jean Jacques du Plessis, Bernhard Großfeld

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the German corporate governance model to English speaking readers. It provides an introduction to the unique features of German Business and Enterprise Law. The book deals with the most important company organs, namely the General Meeting, the Management Board and the Supervisory Board. It also covers the unique interplay among these organs and details the particular dynamics of the German two-tier board structure. It gives insight into Accounting as the Documentary Proof of Good Corporate Governance. In addition, coverage examines the dominant role of the German banks and new players in the German financial markets.

290 pages, Hardcover

First published August 8, 2007

About the author

Jean Jacques du Plessis is a Professor of Corporate Law in the Deakin Law School at Deakin University, Australia, where he teaches in the areas of corporate governance, corporate law and business law.