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Princess Murefu

PhD

 Prior to that I worked part time in the Insurance field alongside completing my undergraduate degree in Business and Financial management. I have always been interested in finance and in particular, corporate governance. Therefore I am currently undertaking my PhD looking at board structures of the FTSE 350. 

Research themes & scholarly interests

  • Boardroom diversity
  • Financial performance
  • Board composition

Research project and research group

What are the most desirable features of a successful board? An industry comparison of the FTSE 350
  • Corporate Governance

Qualifications

  • MSc in Global Financial Management
  • BA (Hons) Business and Financial Management

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