Problem:

Agency conflicts arise when there are differences in the goals of the firm versus the personal goals of managers. What qualitative considerations are important for the mitigation of agency conflicts in relation to the acceptance and completion of capital projects? Indicate the types of monitoring costs and why these are critical. What monitoring activities are required to ensure that project acceptance and outcomes benefit shareholders? What approaches might be necessary to ensure managers make ethical project investment decisions?

Explain comprehensively and provide step by step solution.