(a) What are rating agencies and are they regulated? (5 marks) (b) The COVID-19 pandemic has had far reaching impacts on business and society around the world. Consider top governance trends for 2021. (8 marks) COVID-19 has decimated many economies and many small and medium sized businesses have struggled to find sources of business finance during the crisis. Discuss. (12 marks) Total 25 Marks
Section A: Multiple Choice. Answer ALL the questions in Section A by selecting one from a), b), c) or d). Select the answer…