19 May 2023

Why board evaluations are important

Multiple-choice questions: In order to be awarded CPD units you must answer the following five random questions correctly. If you fail the test, please reread the article before attempting the questions again.

  1. In which country did board evaluations originate?

  2. Which type of company should conduct board evaluations?

  3. How often does the UK Corporate Governance Code suggest carrying out a board evaluation?

  4. Which of the following statements is correct? Statement 1, A board evaluation should focus on the board as a whole. Or statement 2, A board evaluation should focus on the individual members.

  5. According to the UK Corporate Governance Code, where should details of a board evaluation be published?

  6. When were board evaluations first included in the UK Corporate Governance Code?

  7. Which key change was later added to the UK Corporate Governance Code?

  8. Typically, who should oversee board evaluations?

  9. Which of the following methods can be employed in a review?


  10. When should board packs be distributed before a meeting?

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