Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility in Strategic Management - Strategic Decision Makers
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According to Friedman's traditional view of business, what is the primary goal of a corporation?

  • Enhancing environmental performance
  • Creating societal welfare
  • Maximizing profits (correct)
  • Contributing to social interests
  • In the context of social responsibility, what are Carroll’s four responsibilities of business?

  • Legal, Economic, Welfare, Green
  • Economic, Social, Environmental, Stakeholder
  • Financial, Legal, Ethical, Environmental (correct)
  • Profit, Compliance, Moral, Sustainability
  • What does social responsibility expect businesses to strive for in terms of societal welfare?

  • Generating profits at any cost
  • Ignoring environmental concerns
  • Improving the overall welfare of society (correct)
  • Maximizing shareholder wealth only
  • Which aspect is NOT included in measuring the triple bottom line for firms?

    <p>Technological performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do sustainability projects sometimes yield substantial benefits despite being difficult to quantify?

    <p>They have a positive impact on society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept does Friedman's traditional view of business argue against?

    <p>Social responsibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nature of social capital based on the text?

    <p>Opens doors in foreign communities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might a socially responsible firm charge premium prices?

    <p>To gain brand loyalty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a firm utilize social capital during difficult times?

    <p>Seek support from public officials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does sustainability need to be broadened to include, as per the text?

    <p>Economic, social, and environmental concerns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might reputable firms be viewed as desirable long-term investments by investors?

    <p>As they are seen as reputable and socially responsible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does ethical decision-making refer to?

    <p>Evaluating and choosing among alternatives in a manner consistent with ethical principles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are considered primary stakeholders in a corporation?

    <p>Shareholders and creditors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of developing ethical standards for employees?

    <p>To help move conversations towards using a model to decide ethical violations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are considered secondary stakeholders in a corporation?

    <p>Trade associations and activists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to estimate the effect on each stakeholder group from any particular strategic decision?

    <p>To understand how different decisions can affect various stakeholder groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the three-step process for stakeholder analysis in a corporation?

    <p>Identify primary stakeholders, identify secondary stakeholders, estimate effects on each group</p> Signup and view all the answers

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