Problem 1: Compare and contrast the UK shareholder value model with the German stakeholder value model: what are the main differences between the value model systems in these two countries in terms of the nature of employment systems?
Problem 2: The authors note that there is a move towards the 'economically liberal model of corporate governance and employment relations' in all four countries studied: In your opinion, what are the advantages and disadvantages to economies increasing the extent to which they follow the shareholder value model at the expense of the stakeholder value model? You should substantiate your arguments based on the readings which accompany this lesson.