Australian student, 2000 words. Your essay should include a thorough and critical analysis of the academic literature in governance and applied corporate law. The analysis should be academic and based on a minimum of 6 academic, peer-reviewed journal articles. You are encouraged to include additional information obtained from credible sources (e.g., additional articles, textbook, chapters, practitioner articles, organisation reports, etc.). You should also include relevant examples from industry and organisations where appropriate. Also note that while you are encouraged to use a variety of sources to obtain evidence to supplement the academic literature, take care when considering which websites to use. For this assessment, only use reliable and credible websites (e.g., a company website’s description of HR practices, Harvard Business Review blog). Note that Wikipedia and similar sites are not acceptable sources. Cite all references in-text, and include all reference information on a separate page at the end of the essay. Harvard or APA 6th edition are the preferred formatting styles.

Write in a clear, professional and engaging manner as appropriate for a postgraduate student. Your essay should be formatted appropriately and professionally. Ensure that it is written using correct grammar, spelling, and transitions. Include a separate introduction and conclusion. Include headings and a table of contents if appropriate. Include the page number in the footer of the assignment. It should be typed using 12-point standard font. Use 1.5 or double spacing, and 2.54cm (1 inch) margins on all sides. Include a title page that includes your name, student id number, and word count. Include a signed statement of authorship when you submit your assignment.

Evaluation of your individual written essay will be in terms of: Thorough explanation and analysis of all aspects of the topic as described below and The application and analysis of appropriate theoretical models and research from applied corporate law and corporate governance. Development of logical and well supported arguments. Clarity of expression, structure and referencing. Clearly and concisely addresses all aspects from topic description. Discussion is sharply focused on relevant and key details. Assumptions are clearly. Includes industry examples in appropriate and compelling manner, with sharp focus on relevant details of examples. Clear, concise, accurate explanation of relevant theories concepts or models. Integrates and synthesises academic literature in manner based on sound logic and reasoning.

Clearly applies theory/models to topic in manner supported by strong evidence or logical reasoning. Meets or exceeds minimum requirement for academic references (at least 6 academic, peer-reviewed journal articles not provided in class). Academic references are mostly high quality (i.e., peer-reviewed, contemporary or seminal paper, strong fit to topic). May include additional, highly relevant and high quality non-academic sources (e.g., practitioner-focused articles). Consistent and accurate use of appropriate referencing style. Separate introduction and conclusion that are clear, concise, and engaging summaries of the major points of the paper. Sequence and structure are logical and easy to follow; good overall organisation and focus. Good connections between different themes or sections; clear and concise focus throughout. Language is generally sound and clear throughout. Spelling, grammar, punctuation are good with very few and minor errors. Note: Weighting of criteria is approximate. Failure to adequately complete one of the criteria (e.g., failure to include relevant theory) may result in a substantially lower or even failing mark.