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governance structure

[ˈɡʌv.ər.nəns ˈstrʌk.tʃər]
nounpl: governance structures
estrutura de governança
1. The framework of rules, practices, and processes by which an organization is directed and controlled
The company implemented a new governance structure to improve transparency and accountability.
A empresa implementou uma nova estrutura de governança para melhorar a transparência e responsabilidade.
2. The organizational hierarchy and decision-making mechanisms within an institution
The university's governance structure includes a board of trustees and faculty senate.
A estrutura de governança da universidade inclui um conselho de curadores e senado acadêmico.
3. The system of distribution of powers and responsibilities among different levels of government
Federal governance structures balance power between national and local authorities.
As estruturas de governança federal equilibram o poder entre as autoridades nacionais e locais.
Synonyms
organizational structureadministrative frameworkinstitutional frameworkmanagement structureestrutura organizacionalmarco administrativo

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estrutura de governança
Most common usage in business and institutional contexts
General Brazilian
estrutura de governo
Also used, particularly in political contexts
Portugal
estrutura de governação
Preferred term in Portugal; 'governação' is standard in European Portuguese
Portugal
estrutura administrativa
Alternative formal usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

corporate governance
good governance
multi-level governance
estrutura hierárquica
sistema de checks and balances
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