Agency theory underpins the concept of governance and the role of internal auditing. Recent studies question both the legitimacy and practicality of an agency oriented governance paradigm in determining an organization's control paradigm, arguing instead for a multi-theoretical approach to...

This study seeks to identify the characteristics causing tensions in the move towards a corporate culture in Australian public universities. The findings reveal ongoing structural, competency and behavioral issues contributing to the tensions. Two theoretical propositions have emerged regarding...