Business and Society A Strategic Approach to Social Responsibility

Name: Business and Society A Strategic Approach to Social Responsibility
ISBN: 9780618415960

by Debbie Thorne McAlister, O. C. Ferrell, Linda Ferrell

For parents and educators seeking to deepen their understanding of corporate ethics and societal impact, this text offers a strategic approach to social responsibility.

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About This Book

A parent might reach for this book when their college-aged child expresses a mix of idealism and cynicism about the business world, and they want to provide a structured, academic lens to understand it. This textbook offers a comprehensive overview of the relationship between business and society, focusing on how corporations can strategically implement social responsibility. It explores complex themes of justice, integrity, and fairness within a corporate framework. Intended for young adults (18+), it's an excellent resource for a student of business or economics, or any young person passionate about ethics and systemic change, providing them with the vocabulary and analytical tools to engage with these critical topics.

Justice & Fairness Honesty & Integrity Empathy & Kindness

What Parents Should Know

Moral AmbiguityModerate

Discusses complex ethical dilemmas in business with no easy answers.

Sad ThemesMild

Academic case studies may cover topics like environmental damage and labor exploitation.

Sensitive Topics

The book addresses sensitive topics like corporate crime, environmental disasters, discrimination, and labor exploitation through an academic and analytical lens. The approach is entirely secular and fact-based, using case studies as points of analysis rather than emotional narratives. The resolution offered is not emotional but strategic: it proposes frameworks for better governance and ethical decision-making.