How to Identify and Test Causal Mechanisms of the Decision-Making Process in Corporate Governance

Abstract

The purpose of this panel symposium is to engage scholars interested in causal mechanisms and methodological rigor via gathering a group of expert panelists to foster links, experiences, and best practices. The panelists are: Donald D. Bergh, Amanda Cowen, Ryan A. Krause, Kang-Bok Lee, and Ithai Stern. In a moderated and interactive discussion, the panelists will elaborate on: (1) how to navigate matching the methodology with the mechanisms they theorize about; (2) which steps to follow when designing a study (having in mind the review process); and (3) what the major opportunities and challenges of using a specific method in the corporate governance field are.