Publications
Publications
- June 2005 (Revised January 2007)
- HBS Case Collection
The Board of Directors at Morgan Stanley Dean Witter (A)
By: Jay W. Lorsch and Ashley Robertson
Abstract
Examines the resignation of Philip Purcell as chairman and CEO of Morgan Stanley as a result of poor performance and cultural problems, as well as his relationship to the board of directors.
Keywords
Cross-Cultural and Cross-Border Issues; Corporate Governance; Resignation and Termination; Performance; Rank and Position
Citation
Lorsch, Jay W., and Ashley Robertson. "The Board of Directors at Morgan Stanley Dean Witter (A)." Harvard Business School Case 405-105, June 2005. (Revised January 2007.)