Saudi Journal of Economics and Finance (SJEF)
Volume-3 | Issue-01 | 38-44
Original Research Article
Audit Services Quality for Enhancing Corporate Governance Practices in Libya to Increase Foreign Investors’ Confidence
Munir Elatrsh
Published : Jan. 18, 2019
Abstract
Good corporate governance (CG) practices reduce risks for investors and attract foreign investment. Corporate financial
reports must be credible and reliable, relevant to enable investors to make sound financial decisions. High quality
auditing contributes to investor confidence and for corporations to raise funds. In view of the critical importance of
foreign investment flows for Libya‟s economic growth. This paper presents the findings of a study which examined the
relationship between audit service quality, CG practices and foreign investor confidence in the Libyan banking sector.
Data was collected from a literature review and a web survey, and analysis through the use of descriptive statistics
revealed that good CG practices and quality audit services are positively associated with foreign investor confidence in
the Libyan banking sector.