A Repeat Offender of Corruption: South MunaiGas Case Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. A91-A107
Author(s):  
Willie Reddic ◽  
Sandra W. Shelton ◽  
Georgi K. Shmagel
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Governance ◽  
Management Team ◽  
Cultural Environment ◽  
Actual Case ◽  
Current Case ◽  
Corporate Fraud ◽  
Repeat Offender ◽  
The Impact

ABSTRACT Fraud is a serious and growing international problem, and can greatly affect a company's performance. The current case highlights the impact that culture can have on corporate corruption through the culture of a specific organization, as well as through the broader culture of a society. In this case, Russian NorthOilService (NOS) acquired 98 percent of the shares of the near-bankrupt Kazakh drilling company, South MunaiGas (SMG) in 2007. NOS management realized that SMG's weak financial standing was caused by corporate fraud and corruption, among other factors. Unfortunately, NOS was unable to prevent the new management team of SMG from committing fraud, despite NOS's anti-fraud efforts after acquisition. This actual case study focuses on the accounting and other frauds perpetrated by the SMG management team and the anticorruption measures implemented by NOS. It addresses fraud, bribery, corruption, and misappropriation of assets through inappropriate procurement procedures, in a cultural environment differing substantially from U.S. corporate contexts. This case is suitable for use in auditing, corporate governance, and fraud examination courses.

scholarly journals The Impact of Interplay Between Formal and Informal Institutions on Corporate Governance Systems: a Comparative Study of CEECs

2018 ◽  
Vol 21 (4) ◽  
pp. 85-104
Author(s):  
Małgorzata Godlewska ◽  
Tomasz Pilewicz
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Governance ◽  
Deductive Reasoning ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Individual Case ◽  
Informal Institutions ◽  
Comparative Case Study ◽  
Governance Systems ◽  
Formal And Informal Institutions ◽  
The Impact

The central point of this paper is to present the results of comparative case study research concerning the impact of the interplay between formal and informal institutions in the corporate governance systems (CGS) of Central and Eastern European Countries (CEEC). Particular focus was put on the values of the corporate governance codes (CGC) of CEECs, as well as on transparent ownership structures, transactions with related parties, the protection of minority shareholders, independent members of supervisory boards, and separation between the CEO position and the chairman of the board of directors. The main subject of interest concerns two research areas: the character of the relationship between formal and informal institutions, as well as whether the interplay between them is relevant to the CGSs of CEECs. Moreover, the author investigates whether the CGCs of CEECs consist of regulations that are compatible with the values set up in preambles using research methods such as individual case study or deductive reasoning. The conclusion presented in the paper was drawn on the basis of a review of the literature and research on national and European corporate governance regulations, as well as the CGC of CEECs. The primary contribution this article makes is to advance the stream of research beyond any single country setting, and to link the literature on the interplay between formal and informal institutions related to CGSs in a broad range of economies in transition (‘catch up’ countries) like CEECs. This paper provides an understanding of how the interplay between formal and informal institutions may influence the CGCs of CEECs.

scholarly journals Penerapan Prinsip-Prinsip Good Corporate Governance dalam Pengelolaan Wakaf Tunai pada Badan Wakaf Uang Tunai MUI Yogyakarta

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 123
Author(s):  
Ananto Triwibowo
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Governance ◽  
Swot Analysis ◽  
Public Institution ◽  
Basic Principles ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Good Corporate Governance ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive ◽  
The Impact

As a public institution that has a mandate to manage the waqf cash fund, the waqf agency is required to be capable of managing the cash waqf fund and implementing the principles of Good Corporate Governance (GCG) as a form of responsibility to public The impact of the implementation of GCG itself, in addition to improve the level of public trust, will increase the amount of fund accepted by the waqf agency. This research aims to describe the management of cash waqf and to analyze the implementation of Good Corporate Governance (GCG) principles respectively done and in BWU/T MUI DIY in the management of cash waqf. This is a qualitative-descriptive research using a case study approach aimed to describe the reality of the cash waqf management and the implementation of GCG principles in BWU/T MUI DIY. The results were then analyzed or measured using the theories relevant with the issues concerned. In addition, this research used SWOT analysis to observe the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and challenges in managing the cash waqf faced by the BWU/T MUI DIY. Based on the results of the research, it can be found that in the management of the cash waqf done by BWUT MUI DIY overall has been implemented in accordance with the existing laws, either from legislation, regulation of religion minister, and regulation issued by BWI. Meanwhile for the implementation of GCG principles in the management of cash waqf done by BWUT MUI DIY recently has not been done maximally. Of five basic principles of GCG including transparency, accountability, responsibility, independence and fairness, in fact there are only two principles conducted entirely that is the principle of independence and fairness. On the other hand, the principles of transparency, accountability, and responsibility have not been applied entirely.

scholarly journals THE IMPACT OF PRODUCT LIFE CYCLE TECHNIQUE IN REDUCING COSTS AND ACHIEVING SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS, A CASE STUDY IN THE RUSTAN STEEL STRUCTURE PRODUCTION COMPANY IN ERBIL

2021 ◽  
Vol 03 (07) ◽  
pp. 314-328
Author(s):  
Ghazi Abdulazeez SULAIMAN BAG ◽  
Rafiq Faraj MAHMOOD
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Governance ◽  
Life Cycle ◽  
Life Cycle Cost ◽  
Product Life Cycle ◽  
Steel Structures ◽  
Product Life ◽  
Technical Requirements ◽  
The Cost ◽  
The Impact

This research was - case study in Rstin company for the steel structures in Erbil- addressed the cost technique of product life cycle, as discussed the kinds, relevance and the stages of the life cycle of the product, also it referred to the corporate governance of discussing its inception the concept and importance of the principles, objectives, and mechanisms was addressed to the technical aspects of the overlap between the cost of the product life cycle corporate governance and show the appropriate techniques used in each stage of the life cycle of the product and how it achieved by a reduction of costs. The result of this study indicates that the integration between the product life cycle cost and corporate governance works on reduce costs through the various stages of product life cycle. It also concluded that this integration increases the company ability to compete in market which leads to rise in its market share and eventually lead to maximize the profit which has been achieved through the optimal use of a company available resources. It also found that the techniques of life cycle cost of the product cannot be applied without support of the company directors, throughout the technical requirements of the application. Corporate governance ensures directors of the company to utilize firm resources which makes the company to achieve several stakeholders' objectives.

scholarly journals Olympus Corporation Financial Statement Fraud Case Study: The Role That National Culture Plays On Detecting And Deterring Fraud

2014 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 175-184 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anita R. Morgan ◽  
Cori Burnside
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Governance ◽  
National Culture ◽  
Corporate Culture ◽  
Fraud Detection ◽  
Financial Statement ◽  
Japanese Culture ◽  
Financial Statement Fraud ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Insight Into

Recent cases provide insight into the role that an unethical corporate culture plays in financial statement fraud. The case of financial statement fraud in Olympus Corporation, a Japanese firm, provides the opportunity to examine how national culture plays a role in corporate governance and fraud detection. This case study focuses on the impact of Japanese culture on the corporate culture of The Olympus Corporation, and how that corporate culture resulted in financial statement fraud.

scholarly journals Corporate governance practices and the pandemic crisis: UK evidence

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sheeja Sivaprasad ◽  
Sudha Mathew
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Governance ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
External Information ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Governance Practices ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to investigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the corporate governance practices in the UK. The authors adopt a case study approach and use content analysis, using internal and external media releases as well as annual reports to analyse the impact of the pandemic on governance practices. Design/methodology/approach The research design is qualitative in nature and adopts a case study approach. HSBC, an international bank, is used as the case study and a content analysis of internal and external information released after the COVID-19 outbreak is used. Themes arising from the analysis are discussed and recommendations are made. Findings Results from the thematic analysis show that firms must be resilient in difficult times, follow sustainable practices and are attentive to the well-being of their employees. Firms must address the adequacy of IT Infrastructure and assess the IT related risks during these times. Practical implications The pandemic crisis triggered unprecedented changes in the manner the firms are governed and managed. The recommendations made by the study have practical implications for firms who can adopt them to be make the business resilient and sustainable. Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the first study to explore the impact of the pandemic and analyse firms’ responses to the crisis in the corporate governance context. This study contributes to the corporate governance literature by providing insights of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Implementasi Pengelolaan Tanah Desa Berbasis Akad Ijarah dalam Upaya Peningkatan Kesejahteraan Masyarakat Desa Bulusari

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ria Rohma Setyawati ◽  
Renny Oktafia
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Method ◽  
Islamic Law ◽  
Third Party ◽  
Local People ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Current Case ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Village

Abandoned village land is used for community welfare, one of which is used to build people's markets. Where the people's market is useful for utilizing existing facilities, as well as providing opportunities for the surrounding community to increase income as well as creating jobs for people who are unemployed. And from there the Village Officials create a people's market to be rented out to local people who want to trade. The purpose of this study was to determine the application of the ijarah contract and the impact on the welfare of the community. This study uses a qualitative method with a case study approach that aims to obtain information directly from informants based on the current case. The results of this study indicate that the application of village land leases in Bulusari Village is in accordance with Islamic law even though at the time the agreement took place there was no third party to be a witness. As for the impact on Village Officials as land administrators and tenants, this system can improve the welfare of indicators of religion, life, mind, descent and property.

Transdiagnostic Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for the Treatment of Emotional Disorders: A Group Case Study

2018 ◽  
Vol 17 (6) ◽  
pp. 387-405 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kelly R. Harris ◽  
Peter J. Norton
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ◽  
Emotional Disorders ◽  
Behavioral Therapy ◽  
Cognitive Behavioral ◽  
Current Case ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Quantitative Case Study

A recent shift in the conceptualization of both depressive and anxiety disorders supports the notion that these disorders may best fall under a single classification of “emotional disorders.” This understanding has resulted in the development of various transdiagnostic cognitive behavioral therapy (tCBT) protocols to address underlying core pathology shared by emotional disorders. While there is evidence to suggest tCBT is effective in reducing co-occurring depression, research into the efficacy of face-to-face tCBT has generally focused on the delivery of tCBT to individuals with predominantly anxiety diagnoses. The current case study aims to expand the research by examining the impact of group tCBT for individuals with a principal depressive diagnosis. A session-by-session explanation of a 12-week group tCBT protocol designed to treat a heterogeneous group of individuals diagnosed with an emotional disorder is provided in detail and accompanied by a quantitative case study of a recently delivered treatment group. The case study demonstrates the feasibility and pragmatic application of the group tCBT treatment approach. Data presented support the continued research of transdiagnostic interventions for the treatment of emotional disorders and justify future randomized controlled trials to further evaluate the presented intervention.

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