Raznolikost v organih upravljanja: pravni in ekonomski izzivi

slovenian

2021

volume 47, issue 3/4

company boards   diversity   women quotas   worker representatives

Lexpera d. o. o.
(Obvezni izvod spletne publikacije)

The paper focuses on the study of diversity in corporate governance, that is, the composition of management bodies, including worker representatives. Consideration of diversity in companies is in line with the principle of equality or the prohibition of discrimination on the basis of personal circumstance, which is one of the fundamental norms of both national legislation and international organisations. Research and discussions have thus far mainly focused on ensuring gender diversity in terms of gender balance, to which Western countries have largely responded in two ways: by setting legally binding quotas for women or non-binding recommendations. The paper analyses the importance of diversity also in terms of other personal characteristics, i.e. age, nationality, race, geographical origin, religion, education, and the like, with the central research question being whether consideration of diversity is an obligation of companies when forming governing bodies or the personal right of individuals wishing to participate on such bodies. In addition to legal arguments, the economic aspects of consideration of diversity in the composition of governing bodies is presented, especially in terms of the impact of diversity on business performance and productivity of companies. Economic findings can significantly contribute to the formation of arguments in favour of appreciation and implementation of corporate diversity.

25.08.2021