Managerial Sources of Corporate Social Responsibility

Discover the compelling insights of Christian R. Thauer in his thought-provoking book, Managerial Sources of Corporate Social Responsibility, published by Cambridge University Press in 2014. This hardback edition spans 352 pages and delves into the intricate reasons behind why companies voluntarily embrace high social and environmental standards.

Thauer emphasizes the significance of internal drivers of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and presents a unique transaction cost economics-based perspective. Through engaging examples from the automotive and textile industries in South Africa and China, he illustrates how these factors influence corporate behavior. This book is essential for anyone interested in the moral and ethical aspects of business management and the evolving landscape of corporate responsibility in the United Kingdom and beyond.

Enhance your understanding of CSR and its managerial implications with this insightful read!