This workshop focuses on key components of corporate governance. We begin with an examination of the firm’s ownership structure and then zero in on two important internal governance mechanisms: the board of directors and executive compensation policy. An overview of external governance mechanism is provided that includes the market for corporate control and a discussion of gatekeepers (e.g. security analysts, lawyers, accountants, etc.) The course will be conducted using both lecture and cases and active student participation in both is encouraged and required.