CSR Beyond the Mainstream - Session 1
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Which pathway focuses on applying knowledge with purpose?

  • Know
  • Think
  • Interact
  • Act (correct)

What does the icon indicating relevant information from the textbook signify?

  • Learning pathways to enhance competency mastery
  • Best sources for exam preparation (correct)
  • Connection with U.N. Sustainable Development Goals
  • Concepts covered only in lectures

What is one of the key terms associated with CSR management in practice?

  • Short-term profits
  • Corporate sustainability (correct)
  • Individual performance
  • Traditional management

In the context of managerial success, which aspect is emphasized in defining competencies?

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What type of activity is referenced in the structure of the course?

<p>World Café (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does NOT represent a pathway outlined in the course structure?

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What does the 'Spheres of Influence' refer to in terms of management?

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Which of the following is true about responsible leadership?

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Which group is primarily focused on fostering innovation?

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What is one of the key concerns when integrating robots into daily life?

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Who plays a role in addressing challenges related to human-machine interaction?

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What is a goal of fostering dialogue among stakeholders?

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What aspect should be considered when supporting innovation?

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What kind of skills enhancement is mentioned in relation to human-machine interaction?

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What is a potential opportunity for researchers in the context of human-machine interaction?

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How can personal information be best protected during human-machine interactions?

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What is an environmental or ecological system primarily defined by?

<p>Life interacting with abiotic components (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes sustainable development?

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In sustainability discussions, which sectors are typically depicted?

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What role do environmental systems play in sustainability?

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In the context of sustainable development, what does the social component refer to?

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Which organization is most associated with social aspects of sustainable development?

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What characterizes a social system?

<p>Stable interactions between social actors based on shared cultural norms. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'social-ecological systems' refer to?

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Which of the following is NOT an example of a social system?

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What primary aspect does an economic system encompass?

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What is one key feature of ecological systems discussed?

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How can individuals relate to social systems?

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Which of the following best describes the dynamics within social systems?

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What is the focus of an economic system?

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What role do cultural norms play in social systems?

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Which option best illustrates the elements of an economic system?

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What was the purpose of Nageak using a jackhammer?

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What technology is the Iñupiat Community of the Arctic Slope working to install?

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What resource is threatened by climate change according to the content?

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What aspect of systems is described as having a two-way feedback relationship?

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Which of the following is NOT part of the human dimension mentioned in the content?

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How did Marc Lester describe the capacity of ice cellars?

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What is the defining feature of the social subsystem in social-ecological systems?

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What challenge do ice cellars face due to climate change?

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What do corporate sustainability issues primarily reflect?

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Which of the following is considered a shift in corporate sustainability issues?

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How has the organization of corporate sustainability changed historically?

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What is a consequence of corporations addressing corporate sustainability related to consumer preferences?

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Which component is NOT typically associated with corporate sustainability issues?

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What is an example of a trend in corporate sustainability?

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What reflects a change in corporate sustainability related to production processes?

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What is a characteristic of the current modes of corporate sustainability?

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Flashcards

Learning Pathways

A structured approach to learning involving four stages: acquiring knowledge, applying knowledge, putting it into practice, and engaging with others.

Effective Manager

A manager who effectively uses resources to achieve organizational goals.

Efficient Manager

A manager who minimizes waste and maximizes output.

Management

The process of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling resources to achieve organizational goals.

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Key Inputs of Management

The key inputs in management are: people, money, materials, equipment, technology and information.

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CSR Management

A management framework that focuses on integrating economic, social, and environmental considerations into business decisions.

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Responsible Leadership

The ability to influence and guide others towards achieving common goals, taking into account ethical and sustainable considerations.

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Social-Ecological Systems

Complex systems that encompass both social and environmental factors, where human activities interact with natural systems.

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Systems thinking

Instead of focusing on individual actions, systems thinking examines the surrounding environment and its influence on behavior.

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Social system

A social system is a collection of individuals, groups, or organizations interacting based on shared cultural norms.

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Forces in social systems

Systems thinking in social systems involves understanding the forces that drive individuals within the system, leading to specific actions.

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Economic system

An economic system defines the rules and processes involved in producing, distributing, and consuming goods and services within a specific region.

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Factors shaping economic behavior

The economic system influences behavior through institutions, laws, traditions, and values, guiding economic choices and outcomes.

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Understanding negative behavior

Instead of just focusing on negative behaviors, systems thinking encourages examining their root causes and motivations.

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Hidden problems

Systems thinking believes that deeper problems may lie beneath negative behavior. It's important to uncover the underlying issues.

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Shifting focus

Systems thinking emphasizes examining the dynamics and forces shaping behavior within a system, rather than just observing individual actions.

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Environmental/Ecological System

A system where living organisms interact with non-living components like the atmosphere, water, and land. It involves energy flow, capture, movement, storage, and use.

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Sustainable Development

Development that meets current needs without jeopardizing future generations' ability to meet their own needs.

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Sustainability Model (Version 2.0)

A model that highlights the interconnectedness of social, economic, and environmental systems within the context of sustainable development. It represents a shift from a focus on individual systems to understanding their intertwined nature.

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Ice Cellars

A traditional method used by Alaskan Inupiaq communities to store food, especially large amounts like whale meat, using natural ice cellars.

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Permafrost Thaw Impact on Ice Cellars

The phenomenon of thawing permafrost in the Arctic region is threatening the traditional ice cellars used by Alaskan Inupiaq communities. This is because thawing permafrost can destabilize the ground and make the cellars unsafe or unusable.

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Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

The practice of incorporating economic, social, and environmental concerns into every aspect of business decision making.

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Thermosyphon Refrigeration

A type of refrigeration technology that uses the natural temperature difference between the air and the ground to create a cooling effect, potentially useful for preserving food in ice cellars.

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Sustainable Management

A type of management approach that prioritizes both ecological sustainability and social equity within the context of managing resources and activities.

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Triple Bottom Line Management

A management framework that aims to balance financial success with social and environmental responsibility.

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Human-Machine Interaction

A process that aims to bridge the gap between human capabilities and the potential of machines, creating new possibilities for interaction and innovation.

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Policy-Maker

People who develop and implement strategies to address societal challenges related to technology and its impact on individuals and society. They aim to create policies that promote responsible and ethical use of technology.

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Researchers

Researchers who study the interactions between humans and machines, exploring the opportunities and challenges of integrating technology into various aspects of life. They strive to understand human capabilities and how technology can enhance them.

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Entrepreneurs

Individuals who create and manage businesses that leverage technology to address societal needs. They focus on developing and implementing innovative solutions to real-world problems.

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Control over Personal Information

A fundamental question in the field of human-machine interaction, focusing on how to ensure that individuals retain control over their personal information in a world where technology increasingly collects and processes data.

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Integrating Robots Safely into Everyday Life

Addressing concerns about the ethical and practical implications of integrating robots into everyday life, particularly focusing on ensuring safety, maintaining trust, and fostering positive human-robot interactions.

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Enhancing Individual Skills

Exploring ways that technology can be used to enhance individual skills and knowledge, empowering individuals with new abilities and expanding learning opportunities.

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Stakeholders

A collective term encompassing individuals, organizations, and governments that are involved in the development, implementation, and governance of technology.

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Corporate Sustainability Issues

Problems or opportunities that corporate sustainability addresses, reflecting societal and governmental agendas.

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Underlying Trends in Corporate Sustainability

Underlying trends and events that trigger new sustainability agendas for companies. Examples include changes in consumer or investor preferences, environmental policies, and corporate welfare policies.

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Shift in Corporate Sustainability Modes

A historical shift in how corporate sustainability is organized, moving from solely internal efforts to collaboration with other actors like business associations, cross-sector partnerships, and multi-stakeholder initiatives.

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Corporate Sustainability and Wider Societal Agendas

The expectation that companies engage in sustainable practices that align with broader societal agendas, such as economic development, environmental protection, and social justice.

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What is Corporate Sustainability?

The process of integrating economic, social, and environmental considerations into a company's operations and decision-making to achieve sustainable development.

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Impacts of Production and Commercial Processes

The impacts of a company's production and commercial processes on social, economic, and environmental aspects. It reflects a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of these factors.

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Corporate Sustainability and Governmental Issues

Businesses are expected to align their sustainability efforts with key governmental issues, showing a greater sense of responsibility toward societal goals.

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Evolving Corporate Sustainability Issues

The changing landscape of corporate sustainability, reflecting increased concern for environmental and social impacts, shifts in consumer and investor preferences, and a broader focus on societal agendas.

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Study Notes

CSR Beyond the Mainstream - Session 1

  • The course is titled "CSR Beyond the Mainstream" and focuses on managing responsibility at a foundational level.
  • The course is taught by Dr. Berill Blair.
  • The format emphasizes learning through Know, Think, Act, Interact.

Learning Pathways

  • Know: Expanding knowledge base.
  • Think: Placing learned knowledge in context.
  • Act: Applying knowledge purposefully.
  • Interact: Connecting with others, collaborating, and co-designing.

Visual Cues

  • Icons denote specific information sources (lectures, textbook).
  • Icons represent learning pathways (know, think, act).
  • Special Icons used to connect course content with the UN Sustainable Development goals.
  • Icons are used with the "Know" concept to avoid confusion with the learning pathways (with no specific "know" label).

Session 1: Outline

  • Part I: Defining managerial success and competencies within a systemic context (includes an activity: World Café).
  • Part II: Introduction to CSR management in practice.
  • Key Terms: Managerial competencies, responsible leadership, social-ecological systems, sphere of influence, stakeholders, planetary boundaries, and corporate sustainability.

What is Management?

  • Management is illustrated using the operations input-process-output model.
  • Inputs include resources (facilities, equipment, staff, customers, suppliers, materials, information).
  • Processes include managing processes (process flow, work-in-progress, process design, planning, scheduling, control, system improvement).
  • Outputs include products, customer satisfaction, profitability, and environmental impact.
  • The diagram emphasizes the efficient and effective collection and use of resources.

Responsible Management

  • Responsible management considers efficiency, effectiveness, inputs, processes, and outputs.
  • The factors affecting ethical and responsible management are efficiency/effectiveness of the processes (inputs/outputs)
  • Understanding value creation and harm avoidance.
  • Focusing on all stakeholders.
  • Incorporating responsible management competencies.

Competencies Needed

  • Futures Literacy: Anticipate and visualize future possibilities to inform today's decisions.
  • Social-Ecological Thinking: Viewing society and nature as connected systems that shape each other.
  • Stakeholder Innovation: Partnering with stakeholders to brainstorm and innovate shared solutions.
  • Ethical and Responsible Leadership: Leading with integrity, considering the broader consequences of decisions.

Systems Thinking

  • Systems are interconnected wholes.
  • Elements are interconnected, subject to stabilizing and destabilizing forces.
  • Systems analysis allows understanding a system's workings.
  • A simple snapshot may mask important variables in a larger system.

Becoming a Systems Thinker

  • Avoid blaming individuals.
  • Seek multiple perspectives, and evaluate existing theories critically.
  • Explore all variables affecting choices.
  • Evaluate and look for motives behind behaviours.
  • Focus on systems' dynamics and influences.

Types of Systems

  • Social systems: Interactions among people guided by norms and meanings.
  • Economic systems: Institutions managing production, income, and consumption.
  • Environmental/Ecological systems: Interactions between living things and the environment.

Sustainability

  • Sustainability seeks to meet present needs without compromising future generations' ability to do so.
  • The relationship between various systems (social, economic, environmental) is essential in addressing sustainability issues.

Sustainability Versions

  • Version 1.0 represents sustainability through the intersection of social, environmental, and economic factors.
  • Version 2.0 depicts sustainability as interconnected circles (social, environmental, and economic).
  • Version 3.0 visualizes sustainability through nested circles, with the economic sphere within the social sphere, and both intersecting with the environment. Each is nested within Earth's support system.

Social-Ecological Systems Examples

  • Ice cellars (siġļuat): Storage of traditional foods, tied to the frozen ground.
  • Mangrove social-ecological systems: How human wellbeing is embedded in the environment.

Corporate Foresight

  • Foresight aids proactive decision-making, by providing information enabling forward thinking.
  • Used for policy, research, and business decision-making.
  • Strategic Foresight is concerned with providing the foreknowledge to enable informed decision-making.
  • Gathering knowledge, broadening the strategic focus, enhancing the decision-making mindsets are all key features of effective foresight.

CSR Issues & Modes

  • Corporate sustainability issues stem from trends, societal changes, and governmental/industry initiatives.
  • Corporate modes used in tackling these issues can include policies, research, codes, partnerships, regulatory, and societal issues.
  • Business can be understood in relation to stakeholder interactions (relationships)
  • Various rationales exist for adopting a stakeholder perspective in business practices and strategies

Stakeholder Theory and Management

  • Stakeholders are individuals, groups, or entities affected or affecting an organization's activities.
  • Stakeholder theory examines dynamic relationships between stakeholders.
  • Stakeholder management involves understanding the needs and interests of stakeholders to influence organizational outcomes.
  • Identifying stakeholders, understanding their objectives, and best practices for engagement is vital for successful corporate social responsibility.
  • The 'sphere of influence' and identifying different categories of stakeholders are helpful elements to consider.

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Explore the foundational aspects of managing Corporate Social Responsibility with Dr. Berill Blair in Session 1. This session focuses on defining managerial success and competencies using a systematic approach and features interactive learning pathways. Engage with concepts like Know, Think, Act, and Interact while aligning with the UN Sustainable Development goals.

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