Investor Relations
menu item Stock Infomenu item Earnings Releasesmenu item SEC Fillingsmenu item Financial Historymenu item Corporate Governancemenu item Frequently Asked Questionsmenu item Contact
 
Apple's Board of Directors oversees the Chief Executive Officer and other senior management in the competent and ethical operation of Apple on a day-to-day basis and assures that the long-term interests of shareholders are being served. To satisfy the Board's duties, directors are expected to take a proactive, focused approach to their positions, and set standards to ensure that Apple is committed to business success through the maintenance of high standards of responsibility and ethics.

The Board has adopted the following committee charters and governance guidelines that, in conjunction with Apple’s articles of incorporation and bylaws, form the governance framework for Apple. The governance structure is designed to foster principled actions, effective decision-making and appropriate monitoring of both compliance and performance.
Committee Charters
Audit Committee
Compensation Committee
Nominating Committee
Governance Documents
Business Conduct Policy (Updated 2/09)
Summary of 2009 Business Conduct Policy Changes
Corporate Governance Guidelines
Guidelines Regarding Director Conflicts of Interest
Political Contributions & Expenditure Policy
Related Party Transactions Policy
Reporting Questionable Accounting or Auditing Matters