Abstract

The case discusses the reasons behind the high compensation of top executives and CEOs in particular. It examines the evolution of the CEO compensation structure over the years, and why it has become a controversial issue. The case also examines the various components of the compensation structure of a CEO and the implications of high CEO compensation on the performance of the organization and on the morale of lower level employees. Finally, the case suggests some measures to solve the controversy

Learning Objectives

The case is structured to achieve the following Learning Objectives:

• Various factors that influence, or are responsible for, high CEO compensation.

Keywords

High compensation, top executives, CEO, evolution, structure, controversial, components, high CEO compensation ,morale, lower level employees, measures, solve, controversy