Corporate social responsibility and sustainability education: A trans-Atlantic comparison

2011 ◽  
Vol 17 (5) ◽  
pp. 583-603 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeremy Moon ◽  
Marc Orlitzky
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Social Responsibility ◽  
North America ◽  
Social Responsibility ◽  
Resource Dependence ◽  
Business Schools ◽  
Religious Affiliation ◽  
Resource Dependence Theory ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Theoretical Perspectives ◽  
Corporate Social

AbstractUsing a sample of 72 European and 22 North American educational institutions, we examine the extent to which business schools in North America and Europe are driving educational programs and initiatives in corporate social responsibility and sustainability (CSRS). Drawing on several theoretical perspectives, such as institutional-comparative perspectives and resource dependence theory, the study indicates the increasing prominence of CSRS education in business schools on both continents. It does so through analysis of the extent to which business schools offer (a) dedicated CSRS programs, (b) CSRS tracks and majors, (c) compulsory CSRS classes or modules, and (d) optional CSRS modules across the range of taught programs. Contrary to some previous findings, religious affiliation, public/private status, and program size had only a negligible direct association with schools' commitment to CSRS education. However, business school prestige showed a statistically significant relationship. Finally, the study highlights how European respondents' perceptions concerning the primary drivers and constraints of CSRS initiatives differed from those in North America.

Corporate social responsibility and sustainability education: A trans-Atlantic comparison

2011 ◽  
Vol 17 (5) ◽  
pp. 583-603 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeremy Moon ◽  
Marc Orlitzky
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Social Responsibility ◽  
North America ◽  
Social Responsibility ◽  
Resource Dependence ◽  
Business Schools ◽  
Religious Affiliation ◽  
Resource Dependence Theory ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Theoretical Perspectives ◽  
Corporate Social

AbstractUsing a sample of 72 European and 22 North American educational institutions, we examine the extent to which business schools in North America and Europe are driving educational programs and initiatives in corporate social responsibility and sustainability (CSRS). Drawing on several theoretical perspectives, such as institutional-comparative perspectives and resource dependence theory, the study indicates the increasing prominence of CSRS education in business schools on both continents. It does so through analysis of the extent to which business schools offer (a) dedicated CSRS programs, (b) CSRS tracks and majors, (c) compulsory CSRS classes or modules, and (d) optional CSRS modules across the range of taught programs. Contrary to some previous findings, religious affiliation, public/private status, and program size had only a negligible direct association with schools' commitment to CSRS education. However, business school prestige showed a statistically significant relationship. Finally, the study highlights how European respondents' perceptions concerning the primary drivers and constraints of CSRS initiatives differed from those in North America.

The link between independent directors and firm’s performance: the moderating role of corporate social responsibility

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hien Thi Tran
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Social Responsibility ◽  
Social Responsibility ◽  
Fixed Effects ◽  
Resource Dependence ◽  
Estimation Method ◽  
Resource Dependence Theory ◽  
Independent Directors ◽  
Data Set ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Corporate Social

Purpose This paper aims to examine how independent directors (IDs) affect a firm’s performance measured on profitability, with corporate social responsibility (CSR) interaction. Design/methodology/approach The study uses an international data set of 1,817 firm-year observations from 545 large companies in 20 countries across Asia, America and Europe, and the fixed-effects estimation method. Findings The direct effect of IDs alone on profitability is statistically insignificant; however, the synergic effect of IDs and CSR on profitability becomes significantly positive when firms disclose CSR information. Practical implications The profitability is partially sourced from the synergy of IDs and stakeholders through CSR. IDs may use CSR disclosure to win stakeholders’ goodwill. This goodwill will likely be transformed into profitability. The empirical results indicate that there should be more need for IDs’ engagement in CSR projects as the resources of IDs combined with external stakeholders can be of important value to firms. Originality/value This paper reveals the underlying mechanism that firm-idiosyncratic value is formed using a combination of ID resources and stakeholders through CSR. This research extends the literature of IDs’ efficiency and effectiveness and confirms the agency theory and resource dependence theory.

Business student attitudes toward corporate social responsibility: a Vietnamese study

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-24
Author(s):  
Hauthikim Do ◽  
Chee Chuong Sum
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Social Responsibility ◽  
Social Responsibility ◽  
Student Attitudes ◽  
Business Students ◽  
Male Students ◽  
Business Organizations ◽  
Context Sensitive ◽  
Theoretical Perspectives ◽  
Corporate Social ◽  
Practical Implications

Abstract Globally, organizations are increasingly embracing corporate social responsibility (CSR) to strengthen competitive advantage. Although CSR is recognized to be context-sensitive, the literature is still lacking studies that examine CSR in different contexts, particularly non-western ones. Our study adds to a deeper understanding of CSR in Vietnam by identifying the predictors of CSR attitudes of business students. Vietnam has rich cultural, social, and economic characteristics that offer new theoretical perspectives and insights on the contextual nature of CSR. Our findings showed that CSR attitudes related positively to idealism and student seniority, and negatively to materialism and male students. A positive CSR–relativism relationship was uncovered. Spirituality related positively to the importance of CSR to business sustainability and negatively to CSR's importance to short-term competitiveness. The findings have theoretical and practical implications on the understanding and practice of CSR that would benefit CSR researchers, business organizations, and education institutions.

CSR in the German Mittelstand

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marina Lipski
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Social Responsibility ◽  
Social Responsibility ◽  
Role Model ◽  
Positive Trend ◽  
Theoretical Perspectives ◽  
Corporate Social ◽  
Csr Engagement

Increasingly aware of the advantages and rewards of corporate social responsibility (CSR), more small and medium-sized companies (SMEs) are interested in engaging in CSR. This book focuses on the German Mittelstand, which consists mostly of SMEs and is considered a role model for other economies. It examines the development of CSR engagement in the German Mittelstand and outlines trends that will allow better recommendations for CSR implementation. The positive trend toward the issue leads to the necessity of a structured CSR approach. Thus, this book offers an overview of important theoretical perspectives, an analysis of the CSR development in the German Mittelstand, and strategic considerations for a successful CSR implementation. With a foreword by Olga Kuznetsova.

scholarly journals Theoretical Perspectives on Corporate Social Responsibility Disclosure: A Critical Review

2015 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 38 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohamed A. Omran ◽  
Dineshwar Ramdhony
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Social Responsibility ◽  
Social Responsibility ◽  
Stakeholder Theory ◽  
Social Contract ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Legitimacy Theory ◽  
Theoretical Perspectives ◽  
Csr Disclosure ◽  
Corporate Social

This study provides an extensive critical review of the theoretical perspectives applied on corporate social responsibility (CSR) disclosure literature. From a CSR standpoint we review and discuss, in detail, legitimacy theory, stakeholder theory, social contract theory, and signalling theory to identify the situations that suit each of these perspectives. The findings show that there is no universal theory applicable on corporate social responsibility disclosure for all situations or societies. While legitimacy theory suggests CSR disclosures are part of a process of legitimation, stakeholder theory offers an explanation of CSR accountability to stakeholders. Legitimacy theory seems to be more suitable for organizations working in developed countries, on the other hand, stakeholder theory appears to be most suitable for organizations working in developing countries; where a corporation can manage its stakeholders and the pressure to comply with existing legislation is less as compared to the developed countries. Social contract theory is appropriate for developed/emerged economies, as CSR disclosure exists due to an implicit social contract between business and society, which implies some indirect obligations of business towards society. Signalling theory will suit a situation where firms are competing for resources. A firm willing to demarcate from other firms will engage in more CSR practices. It is also important that the signal reaches the target audience by reporting on CSR. 

Corporate governance and corporate social responsibility interface: a case study of private equity

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 703-717 ◽  
Author(s):  
Virgo Süsi ◽  
Krista Jaakson
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Governance ◽  
Corporate Social Responsibility ◽  
Social Responsibility ◽  
Firm Value ◽  
Private Equity ◽  
Resource Dependence Theory ◽  
Medium Size ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Corporate Social

Purpose This paper aims to explore why private equity (PE) cares about corporate social responsibility (CSR) of its investees given their relatively short investment time-horizon and how it designs corporate governance (CG) bundle to achieve both financial and CSR goals of the private firms it invests in. Design/methodology/approach Case study design is applied to get deeper insights on the why and how questions posed. Analysis is based on triangulation of secondary data and in-depth interviews with both PE and their investee firms. Findings The authors find that long-term sustainability supported by CSR increases firm value. They also outline specific CG bundle that the PE uses to achieve both its financial and CSR goals. CG mechanisms appeared to reflect agency theory, but even more resource dependence theory. Practical implications The outlined CG bundle could be used as a template for all types of private firm owners to improve both financial and CSR performance of the firm. Originality/value The paper adds to fragmented area of CG and CSR interface. The authors specifically focus on several under-researched contexts of this interface: private small and medium size firms (SMEs), emerging markets and PE investors.

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