CORPORATE GOVERNANCE IN NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES A STUDY OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT IN THE UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA NSUKKA.

 

Table Of Contents


Chapter ONE

INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1Introduction
  • 1.2Background of study
  • 1.3Problem Statement
  • 1.4Objective of study
  • 1.5Limitation of study
  • 1.6Scope of study
  • 1.7Significance of study
  • 1.8Structure of the research
  • 1.9Definition of terms

Chapter TWO

LITERATURE REVIEW

  • 2.1Theoretical Framework
  • 2.2Historical Overview of Corporate Governance
  • 2.3Corporate Governance Models
  • 2.4Stakeholder Theory
  • 2.5Agency Theory
  • 2.6Corporate Governance Mechanisms
  • 2.7Corporate Governance and Financial Performance
  • 2.8Corporate Governance Best Practices
  • 2.9Corporate Governance Challenges
  • 2.10Corporate Governance in Nigerian Universities

Chapter THREE

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

  • 3.1Research Design
  • 3.2Sampling Techniques
  • 3.3Data Collection Methods
  • 3.4Data Analysis Procedures
  • 3.5Research Instruments
  • 3.6Ethical Considerations
  • 3.7Limitations of the Research Methodology
  • 3.8Validity and Reliability

Chapter FOUR

DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS

  • 4.1Overview of Findings
  • 4.2Financial Management Practices in Nigerian Universities
  • 4.3Compliance with Corporate Governance Standards
  • 4.4Impact of Corporate Governance on Financial Management
  • 4.5Stakeholder Perceptions of Corporate Governance
  • 4.6Recommendations for Improvement
  • 4.7Comparison with International Practices
  • 4.8Future Research Directions

Chapter FIVE

SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS

  • 5.1Summary of Findings
  • 5.2Conclusion
  • 5.3Implications for Practice
  • 5.4Contributions to Knowledge
  • 5.5Recommendations for Policy

Project Abstract

<p><u> </u></p><p><u><br></u></p><p><u>The quest for improving corporate governance as a pre-requisite for better performance has become an increasingly important issue in Nigerian Universities. Efficient corporate governance is the bedrock for proper and effective management of institutions world over including managing finances in Nigerian Universities of which this study examined. The obvious corporate failures in Nigerian universities are associated with poor management for recognising risk management and poor internal audit. Therefore the problem this study unravels was the value of corporate governance in financial management of the University of Nigeria. The data for this study was generated through structured questionnaires and interpersonal interviews. The data obtained were analysed using frequency percentage, mean and chi-square statistical method. From the result of data analysed, it was found out that the major sources of finance to the university include Government grant, student school fees, Income from investment, donations from friends of the university and income from subsidiary companies. The objectives of financial management in the university were also identified to include reduction rof fraud in the system, increase accountability and transparency in the system and to promote effective financial regulation. Furthermore, the value of corporate governance was found to include the following; independent of Auditor is emphasized, effective internal control is maintained and due process of financial management is ensured. The study recommended among others that the Bursar, who is the head of finance, should be a member of related accounting professional bodies like ICAN, ANN, ACCA .Also, since it was obvious that corporate governance aims to minimise chances of corruption, mal-practice and financial fraud. The object of good corporate governance is attained when an institution demonstrate their public accountability and conduct their businesses within acceptable ethical standard.</u></p><u> </u><br><p></p>

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