Nomination Committee, Gender Diverse Board and Organisational Outcomes: An Australian Perspective

Abstract

The thesis is structured around a three-paper format. These papers examine three distinct but interrelated aspects of corporate gender diversity. It provides; (1) a comprehensive review of corporate gender diversity (theories, studies, and regulation); (2) examines impact of nomination committee existence and attributes on corporate board gender diversity; and (3) the impact of gender diverse board on earnings quality. All three papers of the thesis highlight diverse aspects and the significance of corporate female leadership.