Subject category:
Finance, Accounting and Control
Published by:
Harvard Business Publishing
Version: 30 May 2012
Revision date: 30-Aug-2012
Length: 23 pages
Data source: Field research
Notes: To maximise their effectiveness, colour items should be printed in colour.
Abstract
In February 2010, Jane Mendillo, CEO of Harvard Management Company, was reflecting on the list of issues facing Harvard University's endowment in preparation for the upcoming board meeting. The recent financial crisis had vividly highlighted several key issues including the adequacy of short-term liquidity, the effectiveness of portfolio risk management, and the balance of internal and external managers.
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Abstract
In February 2010, Jane Mendillo, CEO of Harvard Management Company, was reflecting on the list of issues facing Harvard University's endowment in preparation for the upcoming board meeting. The recent financial crisis had vividly highlighted several key issues including the adequacy of short-term liquidity, the effectiveness of portfolio risk management, and the balance of internal and external managers.