Citation:
Val Singh, Siri Terjesen and Susan Vinnicombe, Newly appointed directors in the boardroom: How do women and men differ? European Management Journal, Volume 26, Issue 1, February 2008, Pages 48-58
Abstract:
This paper investigates the human capital profile of new appointees to corporate
boards, exploring gender differences in education, profile and career
experiences. Findings from a study of UK boards reveal that women are
significantly more likely to bring international diversity to their boards and
to possess an MBA degree. New male directors are significantly more likely to
have corporate board experience, including CEO/COO roles, while new female
appointees are significantly more likely to have experience as directors on
boards of smaller firms. Our evidence contradicts the view reported by some
chairmen that women lack adequate human capital for boardroom positions.