The ABCs of empirical corporate (governance) research. (20th November 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: B. Adams, Renée
• Other Names: Boyd Brian guestEditor.; Adams Renée guestEditor.; Gove Steve guestEditor.
• Is Part Of: Corporate governance. Volume 25:Number 6(2017)
• Page Start: 461
• Page End: 464
• Publication Date: 2017-11-20
• Subjects: Corporate Governance -- Research -- Methods -- Assumptions -- Causality -- Writing; Corporate governance -- Periodicals; 658.1145
• DOI: 10.1111/corg.12229
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0964-8410

Abstract

Abstract: Manuscript Type: Commentary Research Question/Issue: I ask how academics can do better empirical research in corporate governance and other fields. Research Findings/Insights: I argue that academics can do better research by using old methods better. I provide a list of recommendations I label as ABCs as a reminder that one can write excellent papers if one gets the basics right. The ABCs also serve as a reminder that one must master the basics before one can credibly use new techniques. Theoretical/Academic Implications: Following the recommendations I provide can improve research by making the research more transparent and easier to replicate. Practitioner/Policy Implications: Better research improves policy‐making and practice, especially if improvements in research practices lead to research that is easier to read.