Corporate Governance and Ethics Quiz
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What is the primary focus of corporate governance?

  • Minimizing employee turnover
  • Balancing the interests of various stakeholders (correct)
  • Ensuring compliance with legal regulations
  • Maximizing shareholder wealth at any cost
  • What is a key aspect of countries ethics in the context of corporate governance?

  • Minimizing transparency in financial reporting
  • Maximizing profits regardless of social impact
  • Promoting sustainable environmental practices
  • Ensuring fair labor practices (correct)
  • Which factor is a part of ethical issues in corporate governance?

  • Engaging in bribery and corruption (correct)
  • Maintaining a monopoly in the market
  • Disclosing accurate financial information
  • Promoting healthy competition
  • What does corporate governance encompass?

    <p>Balancing the interests of stakeholders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of corporate social responsibility (CSR)?

    <p>Operating in a sustainable manner while acknowledging stakeholder interests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does CSR involve in terms of social and environmental concerns?

    <p>Integrating social and environmental concerns into business operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do companies committed to CSR actively work to reduce?

    <p>Their environmental impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key element of CSR related to conservation efforts?

    <p>Environmental sustainability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed as a potential benefit of embracing corporate social responsibility (CSR)?

    <p>Negative impact on society and the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 1-1-1 model adopted by Salesforce involve?

    <p>Donating 1% of its equity, 1% of its employees' time, and 1% of its product to charitable causes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an essential aspect of CSR initiatives according to the given text?

    <p>Engaging with stakeholders and seeking their input</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What falls under the category of Ethical Business Practices in corporate social responsibility (CSR)?

    <p>Fair trade and anti-corruption measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which company is mentioned for its commitment to environmental sustainability through the use of recycled materials and support for environmental activism?

    <p>Patagonia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Corporate Governance

    • The primary focus of corporate governance is on fairness, transparency, and accountability.
    • A key aspect of a country's ethics in the context of corporate governance is its regulatory environment.

    Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

    • The primary focus of CSR is on the company's impact on society and the environment.
    • CSR involves addressing social and environmental concerns, such as conservation, human rights, and labor practices.
    • Companies committed to CSR actively work to reduce their negative impact on the environment and society.
    • The key element of CSR related to conservation efforts is sustainability.
    • A potential benefit of embracing CSR is improved brand reputation, among others.

    CSR Initiatives and Models

    • The 1-1-1 model adopted by Salesforce involves donating 1% of its equity, 1% of its product, and 1% of its employees' time to charitable causes.
    • An essential aspect of CSR initiatives is accountability and transparency.

    Ethical Business Practices

    • Ethical Business Practices in CSR include fair labor practices, human rights, and environmental sustainability.

    Companies Committed to CSR

    • Patagonia is committed to environmental sustainability through the use of recycled materials and support for environmental activism.

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