| dc.description.abstract | In the 1970s, the Taiwanese government initiated a pivotal move by founding an engineering consultants′ consortium, setting a precedent for the establishment of professional engineering consultancy firms in the nation. This initiative spurred a wave of investment in the creation of limited liability companies. Recently, Taiwanese engineering teams have been making a mark on the global stage, showcasing their expertise in engineering operations and cross-disciplinary collaborations. This emerging international presence underlines the necessity for Taiwanese companies to adhere to global compliance standards.
The purpose of this research is to assist local enterprises in developing internationally recognized corporate frameworks. It focuses on leveraging organizational assets and operational scenarios to achieve effective risk management and expand overseas operations.
The methodology of this study involves Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), a technique used to analyze interconnections among various factors within engineering consulting firms. Through SEM, the study delves into aspects of corporate governance and anti-corruption measures, contributing to the ongoing improvement of legal adherence, efficiency, value, and worldwide market presence. The research identifies six facets of corporate governance and five of anti-corruption, derived from an extensive literature review. A preliminary survey on corporate governance, comprising 46 questions, was conducted over a two-month period, yielding 40 responses, with 31 deemed valid. The final survey garnered 324 valid responses, with SEM validation confirming five significant paths. Similarly, a pre-test questionnaire on anti-corruption, consisting of 23 questions, resulted in 22 valid responses; the final survey yielded 314 valid responses, with five validated paths post-SEM analysis. Factor analysis was adopted to determine the significance and hierarchy of 27 corporate governance factors and 17 anti-corruption factors.
Additionally, the fifth chapter presents a case study of a prominent international engineering group in Taiwan. This study serves as a foundational guide for local engineering consulting firms, emphasizing the corporate governance of sustainable development frameworks and ethical management practices. The findings are intended to inform the development of legal compliance functions and standards, equipping these firms to broaden their international business horizons. | en_US |