In prior modules, you have delved into select traditional ethics theories and incorporating this information into your decision-making process. You included how you would incorporate your GVV results in decision making with current examples that you selected for analysis. In this unit you will examine Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs to evaluate their impact on company performance and profitability. Kline, 2018) cites research supporting the hypothesis that CSR program integration through all elements of their operations see many benefits. Kline additionally states “The study showed that companies not integrating their CSR programs into the business could still earn a reputation advantage, but not much else.” (2018, para 5). You will also be analyzing a personal example where you can incorporate your GVV results into action planning for increased CSR integration.
In a 3-7 page APA formatted paper excluding diagrams and other visual/oral aids as appropriate, address the following:
Section 1: CSR History and Background
The historical foundations for and evolution of the development of CSR programs and processes
The core elements of corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs
Research supporting the efficacy of CSR programs on company success. Include at least two scholarly sources in addition to the weekly readings and videos
Does CSR have any relationship to other theories you have studied in this class or in others you have studied? If so, which ones and why?
Section 2: CSR Company Examples and Analysis
Identify at least one company from your research or personal experience who have integrated CSR throughout their organization, and one that does not appear to have completed this integration.
Provide a summary of the business(s) that you have selected for this analysis. Include but not limited to:
Name
Industry
Values, Vision, Mission, purpose
Public vs private
Financials
Size
National/International
Discuss why you selected these companies. What was of interest to you?
Using Carrol’s CSR pyramid or another model you have uncovered in your research, provide an analysis of CSR integration for each of these companies.
Based on the research conducted by Kline and other sources you have uncovered in your research, what conclusions if any would you draw on CRS and company success?
Would you base any buying or personal career decisions company CSR programs? Why or why not?
Section 3 – Personal Application
Using your current company or a recent past work situation.
Provide a summary of the business(s) that you have selected for this analysis. Include but not limited to:
Name
Industry
Values, Vision, Mission, purpose
Public vs private
Financials
Size
National/International
Describe the level of any CSR practices currently in place. You can use Carroll’s pyramid or another models you have uncovered in your research.
Present an action plan for any recommendations for increasing CSR in your company.
Describe how you will be integrating your work with GVV into this action plan.
References
Kline, M. (2018, July 24). How to drive profits with corporate social responsibility. Inc. https://www.inc.com/maureen-kline/how-to-drive-profits-with-corporate-social-responsibility.html
