Read the case study 'Michael Eisner and His Reign at Disney,' accessible at

MICHAEL EISNER AND HIS REIGN AT DISNEY

Downes, Meredith; Russ, Gail S; Ryan, Patricia A

Journal of the International Academy for Case Studies;

2007; 13, 3; ProQuest Central

pg. 71

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Arnold,M (2002,August 13). Disney admits employing directors' children.SriMedia. On-Line Available:

http://www.srimedia.com/artman/publish/article

Gentile, G (2004, June 9). Disney, Miramax in Public Spat.CBS News. On-Line Available:

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2004/06/09/entertainment/man622043. http://www.

Filmgraphy(2004). on-line Available:

http://www.imdb.com/name//nm0004877

A written analysis of the case. Review the documentHow to Analyze a Case Study

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Assignment Questions.

1. Who served on Disney,s board of directors in 2003? Describe the characteristics and backgrounds of each board member.
2. Why do you suppose the Board of Directors was so unwavering in its support of Micheal Eisner?
3. Evaluate the options that were available to Eisner. What factors do you think he considered when weighing his alternatives.
4. Compare Micheal Eisner's current compensation package to the company's recent performance. Was his pay justified? Why or why not? In answering this question, consider the following:

A. How have other CEOs been compensated in relation to their company's performance?