Assignment

Write a paper (1,000-1,250 words) on the concept of governance within a health care organization. Address the following:

1) Corporate structure and how it impacts the effectiveness of governance.

2) Various roles of governance within the organizations and how they should interact within a team setting.

3) Concerns to consider when developing and strengthening a team culture. For example:

a) Team members working independently or at cross-purposes.
b) "Turf battles" that can slow or impede the accomplishment of project purposes.
c) The tone of meetings and interactions that can be seen as negative, manipulative, directive, and/or secretive.
d) Failure to properly apply governance concepts.
e) A discussion of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and its impact on governance and senior management.

4) Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines.