Public listed companies tend to differ in size, number of employees, structure of ownership control and geographic dispersion of resources. Based on your archival research, what have you identified as some of the pertinent issues affecting public listed companies? You are required to provide relevant evidence and examples in your report, which should cover the following aspects:

• What is the formal definition of public listed companies;

• Outline four possible accounting related functions which can be undertaken in house within public listed companies and, for each function, identify the specific tasks that could be carried out in that role;

• Elaborate on some of the different ways by which certified public accountants (CPAs) can advise public listed companies seeking to grow and add value? and

• Public listed companies are increasingly adopting a global perspective in running their businesses. How can public listed companies demonstrate an awareness of social responsibility, cultural and gender diversity and function both effectively and constructively in different global environments?