M P Narayanan

M. P. Narayanan is the Robert Morrison Hoffer Professor of Business Administration and Professor of Finance at the Stephen M. Ross School of Business, University of Michigan. His research focuses on corporate governance, executive compensation, and corporate financial strategies. Notably, his work with Nejat Seyhun exposed the unethical practice of executive option backdating. He holds a Ph.D. from Northwestern University and academic qualifications from the Indian Institute of Science and the University of Madras.

Key research interests include managerial behavior, capital allocation in conglomerates, and the impact of compensation structures on decision-making horizons. His studies highlight issues like managerial myopia and the inefficiencies arising from corporate diversification. Recent articles address topics such as gender disparities in executive information access and regulatory policies for firm size.

Professor Narayanan’s work bridges theoretical and applied finance, influencing debates on corporate governance, regulatory frameworks, and organizational performance. His contributions to understanding executive compensation mechanisms and their ethical implications have been particularly impactful. He also explores strategic frameworks for high-performance organizations and retirement plan structures.

Professional affiliations include roles at the University of Michigan’s International Institute and the Center for South Asian Studies. His academic excellence is reflected in his extensive publication record and collaborations, though specific awards are not explicitly listed in the provided texts.