CC 504: Corporate Social Responsibility

Contents
This lecture series deals with the topic of “Corporate Social Responsibility” (CSR) from a management perspective. The focus is on the conceptual background of CSR, its strategic implications for companies, and its implications for leaders and employees. One of the central questions is how CSR can be comprehensively integrated into organizations and how CSR-related practices and values are consistently enacted both inside firms and in firms’ external activities. A particular focus will be on the role of leaders. Managerial challenges in the field of CSR management are illustrated by real-life examples.

Learning outcomes
This course introduces students to the foundations and frontiers of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). By participating, students will develop an understanding of key CSR concepts and explore the challenges and approaches involved in implementing CSR at both the macro (firm) and micro (employee) levels. The course also provides insights into current trends and topics in applied CSR, along with an overview of methods used in contemporary CSR research.

Necessary prerequisites
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Recommended prerequisites
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Examiner Performing lecturer

Prof. Dr. Max Reinwald Prof. Dr. Max Reinwald