Managing director (often abbreviated to MD) is the term used for the chief executive of many limited companies from English speaking countries. The title reflects the MD's role as both a member of the Board of Directors but also as the senior manager.
In larger organizations, including investment banks and other financial institutions, "managing director" does not refer to the chief executive but can rather refer to the head of a major business u...
more
Managing director (often abbreviated to MD) is the term used for the chief executive of many limited companies from English speaking countries. The title reflects the MD's role as both a member of the Board of Directors but also as the senior manager.
In larger organizations, including investment banks and other financial institutions, "managing director" does not refer to the chief executive but can rather refer to the head of a major business unit.
The term Chief Executive (or in other countries Chief Executive Officer or just "CEO") is in general usage in the United Kingdom for the senior executive of public limited companies, charities and Executive Agencies. At subsidiary companies usage is more variable, with managing director often preferred.
The role of a Managing Director is to design, develop and implement the strategic plan for their company in the most cost effective and time efficient manner.
The Managing director is responsible for both the day-to-day running of the...
less
