The function and makeup of a board of directors, including who sits on a board, how directors are elected, the board’s powers and basic fiduciary duties, and a look at board committees.

The role of bylaws in a corporation, including common components, how they can be amended, and important differences between public and private company bylaws.

A discussion of certificates of incorporation, including required and optional components of an initial certificate, how they change as a company grows, and the amendment process. Also covers the important differences between public and private company charters.

A look at the main corporate officer roles and their duties, including which roles are required by law, how officers are elected and removed, and different types of signing authority.

An introduction to the role of stockholders in a corporation, including who stockholders are, their rights, and their fiduciary duties.