Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability

Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability offers a timely and thoughtful exploration of how ethical business practices and social responsibility are shaping the future of organizations. As companies face growing expectations from stakeholders, communities, and global markets, this book serves as a practical guide to understanding the principles, challenges, and opportunities of responsible business conduct.

Structured across seven comprehensive chapters, the book weaves together the foundational concepts of business ethics, moral reasoning, and corporate social responsibility (CSR), with real-world applications in areas like workplace equity, diversity, gender rights, and anti-discrimination policies. From crafting ethical codes of conduct to implementing CSR strategies in global and emerging markets, readers will gain the tools to lead with purpose and impact.

Through case studies, practice exercises, and applied frameworks, students will explore how businesses can align profit with purpose, and how ethical leadership contributes to long-term sustainability. The book also highlights critical topics like workplace harassment, affirmative action, and inclusive practices—essential for building modern, resilient organizations.

Written in an accessible and engaging tone, this book is ideal for students of business, management, and social sciences, as well as professionals seeking to integrate ethical thinking into everyday business decisions.

Whether you’re exploring CSR for the first time or refining your understanding of sustainable business, Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability is your roadmap to creating value that goes beyond the bottom line.