Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Human Rights

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What is the 'crisis of spheres' according to Sloterdijk?

The process of one's surroundings becoming unstable (correct)

The end of globalization

A crisis of the global economy

The collapse of the perfect sphere

What is the term used to describe the immediate surroundings that protect us?

Inside world

Global sphere

Foam world

Spheres (correct)

What is the definition of globalization according to Sloterdijk?

The process of economies merging

The rise of multinational corporations

The process during which an outside world permeates an inside world (correct)

The expansion of a single nation's influence

What kind of globalization is associated with the discovery of the seven seas?

Terrestrial globalization Signup and view all the answers

What virtues are associated with the seafarers during the Terrestrial globalization?

Risk-seeking, entrepreneurial, dare-devilish, profit-seeking, adventurous Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of many spheres constantly bursting?

A foam world Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the perfect rounds or globes that the Greek philosophers thought in terms of?

Spheres Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of the foam world?

A perversion of a perfect bubble Signup and view all the answers

What is the main concern regarding the huge income of CEOs?

That it is a form of injustice Signup and view all the answers

What is the argument behind aligning managerial income with shareholder profit?

To ensure managers serve the interest of shareholders Signup and view all the answers

What is the assumption behind the 'Veil of Ignorance' thought experiment?

That one's identity does not influence their perception of fairness Signup and view all the answers

What is the critique of the 'Veil of Ignorance' thought experiment?

It is impractical to ignore personal considerations Signup and view all the answers

How do analytical philosophers view themselves?

Profound and Realistic Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of merit-based rewards?

To motivate people to do their best Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of business ethics?

The intersection of business and ethics Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of removing self-interest from CEOs' decision-making?

They will make decisions based on the interest of the company Signup and view all the answers

Who are the owners of a company, according to the text?

The shareholders Signup and view all the answers

What is the assumption behind bridging analytical and continental philosophy in business ethics?

Continental philosophy can inspire new ideas in business ethics Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'is-ought fallacy' in ethics?

The idea that what is, ought to be Signup and view all the answers

What is the main argument against the huge income of CEOs?

It is not fair to other employees Signup and view all the answers

How do analytical philosophers view science and liberalism?

As a guiding principle for business ethics Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of bridging analytical and continental philosophy in business ethics?

To inspire new ideas and insights in business ethics Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between analytical and continental philosophy?

Analytical philosophy is more critical of science Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme of the book?

Creating a bridge between analytical and continental philosophy Signup and view all the answers

According to Jonas, what is the primary driver of a whistleblower's actions?

Sense of responsibility Signup and view all the answers

What is Jonas's view on morality?

Morality is a combination of emotional and rational factors Signup and view all the answers

What is the key distinction between Jonas's view of morality and Bauman's?

Jonas emphasizes global responsibility, while Bauman focuses on individual responsibility Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of businesses regarding CSR?

Implementing CSR practices Signup and view all the answers

What is the nature of responsibility according to Jonas?

A combination of emotional and rational factors Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of context in Jonas's view of morality?

Context is crucial in shaping our moral emotions and actions Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between responsibility and morality according to Jonas?

Responsibility is a necessary condition for morality Signup and view all the answers

What is Jonas's view on the relationship between the individual and the community?

Being part of a healthy community cultivates the right kind of emotions that drive moral action Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main goals of the UN Global Compact?

To mainstream the ten principles in business activities around the world Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the advantages of standards in the context of corporate social responsibility?

They create a level playing field for companies Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the criticisms of the UN Global Compact?

It has shown poor judgement by allowing known human rights violators to join Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the principles that the UN Global Compact is based on?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the benefits of companies following the UN Global Compact standards?

They can create isomorphism and make it easier for outsiders to judge their performance Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the drawbacks of the UN Global Compact?

There is no monitoring or enforcement of companies that sign up Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for when companies present a positive image according to the UN Global Compact, but do not actually follow the principles in reality?

Bluewashing Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the reasons why companies might choose to participate in the UN Global Compact?

To obtain a certification that they have achieved a certain level of corporate social responsibility Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

CSR is a certification that companies can achieve to demonstrate their commitment to social responsibility.
The UN Global Compact aims to mainstream the ten principles of CSR in business activities worldwide and catalyze actions in support of broader UN goals.

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights

The UN Global Compact is based on four key principles: the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the International Labor Organization's Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work, the Rio Declaration on Environment and Development, and the United Nations Convention Against Corruption.

Advantages of Standards

Standards provide orientation for people.
They create a level playing field, ensuring everyone abides by the same rules.
They allow stakeholders to have an impact on company policies through stakeholder pressure.
They create isomorphism, making it easier for outsiders to judge a company's success.
They guarantee business benefits if companies abide by the standards.
They allow companies to participate more in risk-taking.

Critiques of the UN Global Compact

It is criticized for being too bureaucratic.
It is accused of being hypocritical, allowing companies to present a positive image without actually making changes.
There is a lack of monitoring and enforcement, allowing companies to sign up without committing to follow the principles.
The UN Global Compact has been criticized for allowing known human rights, labor, and environmental violators to join.

Globalization

Globalization can be defined as "the process during which an outside world permeates an inside world."
There are three types of globalization:
- Uranian/cosmological globalization: the idea of perfect rounds, globes, or spheres.
- Terrestrial globalization: the discovery of the seven seas and the exploration of the world.
- Foam-world globalization: the idea that spheres constantly burst, creating a foam world.

Business Ethics

Business ethics is grounded in analytical philosophy.
The book aims to bridge the gap between continental philosophy and analytical philosophy.
The is-ought fallacy occurs when we assume that something ought to be the case because it is the case.
There are concerns about the huge income gaps between CEOs and other employees within the same business.

Philosophical Perspectives

Jonas argues that morality is emotional, but not necessarily singular.
He believes that responsibility is an emotion, but it is also rational and necessary for morality.
Whistleblowing is driven by a sense of responsibility, which is cultivated by being part of a healthy community.
Jonas emphasizes the importance of a global sense of responsibility.

CSR is a controversial term due to its fleeting significance.
The meaning of CSR is often enigmatic and difficult to define.
Business concerns about CSR are often practical, focusing on how to implement it rather than what it is.

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Learn about Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) certification and its connection to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the UN Global Compact.