Stakeholder Engagement in Management Studies: Current and Future Debates

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sybille Sachs ◽  
Johanna Kujala
Keyword(s):  
Human Resources ◽  
Stakeholder Engagement ◽  
General Framework ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Four Dimensions ◽  
Stakeholder Relations ◽  
Stakeholder Perspectives ◽  
Life Problems ◽  
Corporate Social

Stakeholder engagement refers to the aims, practices, and impacts of stakeholder relations in businesses and other organizations. According to a general framework, stakeholder engagement has four dimensions: examining stakeholder relations, communicating with stakeholders, learning with (and from) stakeholders, and integrative stakeholder engagement. Stakeholder engagement is increasingly used in areas like strategic management, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and sustainability management, while stakeholder-engagement research in marketing, finance, and human resources (HR) is still less common. Two main camps in the stakeholder-engagement literature exist: the strategic and the normative. To foster an inclusive understanding of stakeholder engagement, future research in both camps is needed. While the strategic camp necessitates a relational view, including both the firm and the stakeholder perspectives, the normative camp requires novel philosophical underpinnings, such as humanism and ecocentrism. Furthermore, there is constant debate about the argument that stakeholder engagement is, and should be, most importantly, practical. Stakeholder-engagement research should focus on solving real-life problems with practical consequences intended to make people’s lives better.

In search of ethics: from Carroll to integrative CSR economics

2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. 469-491 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sigmund Wagner-Tsukamoto
Keyword(s):  
Institutional Economics ◽  
Corporate Social Performance ◽  
Social Performance ◽  
Business Case ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Market Exchange ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Four Dimensions ◽  
Corporate Social ◽  
Practical Implications

PurposeRevisiting Carroll’s classic corporate social responsibility (CSR) pyramid framework, this paper aims to evolve a novel synthesis of ethics and economics. This yielded an “integrative CSR economics”.Design/methodology/approachThis theory paper examined how to conceptually set up CSR theory, argue its ethical nature and establish its practical, social and empirical relevance. Economic analysis reached out from contemporary institutional economics to Smith’s classic studies.FindingsThe paper reconstructed all of Carroll’s four dimensions of CSR – economic, legal, ethical and philanthropic responsibilities – through economics. The paper discounted a core assumption of much CSR research that economic approach to CSR, including the instrumental, strategic “business case” approach to CSR, were unethical and lacked any foundations in ethics theory. Integrative CSR economics reframes research on viability and capability requirements for CSR practice; redirecting empirical research on links between CSP (corporate social performance) and CFP (corporate financial performance).Research limitations/implicationsThe paper focused on Carroll as the leading champion of CSR research. Future research needs to align other writers with integrative CSR economics. Friedman or Freeman, or the historic contributions of Dodd, Mayo, Bowen or Drucker, are especially interesting.Practical implicationsThe paper set out how integrative CSR economics satisfies the “business case” approach to CSR and develops practical implications along: a systemic dimension of the market economy; a legal-constitutional dimension; and the dimension of market exchanges.Social implicationsIntegrative CSR economics creates ethical benefits for society along: a systemic dimension of the market (mutual gains); a legal-constitutional dimension (law-following); and the dimension of market exchange (ethical capital creation). Social benefits are not only aspired to but also are achievable as a business case approach to CSR is followed.Originality/valueThe paper’s main contribution is a new synthesis of economics and ethics that yields an “integrative CSR economics”.

Examining the Link Between Corporate Social Responsibility and Human Resources: Implications for HRD Research and Practice

2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 183-211 ◽  
Author(s):  
Soebin Jang ◽  
Alexandre Ardichvili
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Social Responsibility ◽  
Leadership Development ◽  
Social Responsibility ◽  
Human Resources ◽  
Human Resource Development ◽  
Human Resource ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Development Education ◽  
Research And Practice ◽  
Corporate Social

This integrative literature review examines the links between corporate social responsibility (CSR) and human resources (HR). We review and closely examine three bodies of literature that discuss the CSR-HR link: (a) the CSR literature, (b) the human resource management (HRM) literature, and (c) the human resource development (HRD) literature. Our review suggests that although CSR and HR are closely interrelated, there is currently a lack of developmental perspectives underlying the CSR-HR link. Thus, based on our review of theoretical and empirical research, we point to four main areas in which HRD may play an important role in promoting CSR in organizations, including leadership development, education and training, culture change, and fostering critical reflection. Our findings underline the increasing relevance of CSR to the field of HR including HRM and HRD, and provide implications for HRD research and practice, along with recommendations for future research.

The (mis)use of social media to communicate CSR in hospitality

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 73-86 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laura Zizka
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Stakeholder Engagement ◽  
Hospitality Industry ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Csr Communication ◽  
Successful Communication ◽  
Social Media Platforms ◽  
Use Of Social Media ◽  
Corporate Social

Purpose This paper aims to discuss how the hospitality industry is communicating corporate social responsibility (CSR) to its stakeholders, the premise being CSR communication through social media platforms will increase stakeholder engagement. Design/methodology/approach This paper is developed based on Schwartz and Carroll’s three-domain approach to CSR motivation, stakeholder theory and a synthesis of previous literature of CSR communication in the hospitality industry. Findings Successful communication through social media is based on two-way participative dialogue. Companies, especially the hospitality industry, have used social media to communicate information through social media in a one-way direction, that of giving information. One example is the communication of CSR actions and intentions as found on hospitality websites, intranets and social media platforms. While previous studies have shown a link between CSR communication through social media and corporate reputation, few studies have examined CSR communication through social media and its effects on specific stakeholder groups. Research limitations/implications Rather than assuming that CSR communication can be done successfully through a “one-size-fits-all” social media discourse, this paper suggests the need for specific messages and potentially different communication channels to increase engagement from each of the various stakeholders in the hospitality industry. Originality/value This is one of the first papers which tries to address how one communication channel, social media, can affect CSR communication and increase stakeholder engagement in the hospitality industry. This paper provides discussion on the usefulness of social media to communicate CSR messages and posits the need for future research projects on a macro and micro level.

A Comprehensive Survey on Grey Wolf Optimization

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Isha Sharma ◽  
Vijay Kumar ◽  
Sanjeewani Sharma
Keyword(s):  
Real Life ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Grey Wolf Optimizer ◽  
Grey Wolf ◽  
Design Problems ◽  
Life Problems ◽  
Engineering Design Problems ◽  
Comprehensive Survey ◽  
Pros And Cons ◽  
Future Research Directions

: Grey wolf optimizer is a recently developed metaheuristic algorithm that mimics the hunting and social behaviour. It has been applied in most of the engineering design problems. Grey wolf optimizer and its variants have been effectively used to solve the real-life applications. For some complex problems, grey wolf optimizer has been hybridized with other metaheuristics. This paper summarizes the overview of grey wolf optimizer and its variants. The pros and cons of these variants have been discussed. The application of grey wolf optimizer have also been discussed with future research directions. This paper will encourage the researchers to use this algorithm for their real-life problems.

Corporate Social Responsibility in Emerging Markets

2019 ◽  
pp. 636-658
Author(s):  
Jonathan Doh ◽  
Bryan W. Husted ◽  
Valentina Marano
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Social Responsibility ◽  
Social Responsibility ◽  
Emerging Markets ◽  
Global Economy ◽  
Multinational Enterprises ◽  
Emerging Market ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Developed Country ◽  
Stakeholder Perspectives ◽  
Corporate Social

In this chapter, we explore the rise and proliferation of corporate social responsibility (CSR) in emerging markets. We trace the history of CSR in emerging markets, a process that grew, in part, from criticisms of multinational enterprises (MNEs) in the global economy. We then turn our attention to the principal macro- and meso-level conceptual and theoretical lenses that have been used to inform the study of CSR in emerging markets, namely, institutional theory and cross-cultural perspectives. Finally, we review firm, network, and stakeholder perspectives that have guided the study of CSR in emerging markets. We consider the literature and practical accounts that have explored CSR by developed country MNEs in emerging markets, as well as the emerging literature on CSR by emerging market firms and MNEs (EMMNEs). We conclude with our overall assessment of the current understandings of CSR in emerging markets and make recommendations for future research.

Advances in intellectual capital performance measurement: a state-of-the-art review

2019 ◽  
Vol 32 (2) ◽  
pp. 118-134 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cheng Sheng Lee ◽  
Kuan Yew Wong
Keyword(s):  
Performance Measurement ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Current Application ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Measurement Models ◽  
Life Problems ◽  
Managerial Implications ◽  
Intelligent Methods

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to present a review on the latest developments, approaches and methods in intellectual capital (IC) performance measurement. Design/methodology/approach A total of 53 research papers from high-ranking journals concerning the advances in IC performance measurement were thoroughly reviewed and classified to identify the advanced approaches and methods that have been used to evaluate IC performance. Findings It is clear that the current application of advanced or intelligent methods in IC performance measurement is still at the primary stage. The reviewed approaches mainly focus on two core applications. First is to assist the data collection or data handling process and second is to enhance the result computation process to obtain a more reliable and realistic value that represents the performance of IC. Research limitations/implications This study offers a foundation and guideline for the researchers who wish to integrate advanced methods into IC performance measurement based on the reviewed advanced approaches in terms of their respective functions, strengths and limitations. It stimulates the creation of new IC performance measurement models that use advanced approaches to cope with real-life problems and dynamic conditions. Originality/value This paper contributes to the literature on IC performance measurement, in light of advances in technology. In general, five advanced approaches were identified, analyzed and discussed. Future research directions were presented to provide new insights for researchers to apply advanced methods in IC performance measurement, together with theoretical and managerial implications.

SELECTIVE VOTING — GETTING MORE FOR LESS IN SENSOR FUSION

2006 ◽  
Vol 20 (03) ◽  
pp. 329-350 ◽  
Author(s):  
LIOR ROKACH ◽  
ODED MAIMON ◽  
REUVEN ARBEL
Keyword(s):  
Human Resources ◽  
Sensor Fusion ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Multiple Models ◽  
Multiple Sensors ◽  
Real Life Problem ◽  
Life Problems ◽  
Probabilistic Classification

Many real life problems are characterized by the structure of data derived from multiple sensors. The sensors may be independent, yet their information considers the same entities. Thus, there is a need to efficiently use the information rendered by numerous datasets emanating from different sensors. A novel methodology to deal with such problems is suggested in this work. Measures for evaluating probabilistic classification are used in a new efficient voting approach called "selective voting", which is designed to combine the classification of the models (sensor fusion). Using "selective voting", the number of sensors is decreased significantly while the performance of the integrated model's classification is increased. This method is compared to other methods designed for combining multiple models as well as demonstrated on a real-life problem from the field of human resources.

scholarly journals Stakeholder Engagement in Corporate Social Practices and Non-Financial Disclosures: A Systematic Literature Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 29 (1) ◽  
pp. 112-135
Author(s):  
Ewelina Zarzycka ◽  
◽  
Joanna Krasodomska ◽  
Dorota Dobija ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Stakeholder Engagement ◽  
Research Problem ◽  
Social Practices ◽  
Theoretical Background ◽  
Environmental Accounting ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Financial Disclosures ◽  
Corporate Social

Purpose: The goal of the article is to systematize the literature related to the role of stakeholder engagement in corporate social practices and related disclosures by identifying the main theoretical lenses, research methods, and topics undertaken by authors of articles under scrutiny. Design/Methodology/Approach: The article systematically reviews and discusses existing studies in the area of management, social and environmental accounting, intellectual capital, ethics, and accounting. We identify and subsequently analyze 68 articles published over the years 2010–2020. Findings: According to the study findings, stakeholder theory is most often used as a theoretical background. The survey is the most popular research method, while stakeholder engagement in social practices is the most common research problem investigated by the articles’ authors. Corporate stakeholders’ communication on social media is a new topic that emerged in the literature in the studied period. Research Limitations/Implications: Our analysis is restricted to articles published in journals included in the ABDC Journal Quality List that are ranked B, A, and A* in a 10-years period. Practical Implications: The article’s findings may be useful for researchers and practitioners who deal with corporate social practices, disclosures, and stakeholders’ roles in these processes. Originality/Value: The paper offers an up-to-date literature review, identifies the main themes, research gaps, and provides relevant guidance for future research.

The Psychologist in the Medical School: An Example of Solving Real-Life Problems

1970 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matisyohu Weisenberg ◽  
Carl Eisdorfer ◽  
C. Richard Fletcher ◽  
Murray Wexler
Keyword(s):  
Medical School ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Life Problems

İNSAN KAYNAKLARI YÖNETİCİLERİNİN LİDERLİK TARZI, YARATICI PROBLEM ÇÖZME KAPASİTESİ VE KARİYER TATMİNİ ARASINDAKİ İLİŞKİLERİN ARAŞTIRILMASI: AMPİRİK BİR ÇALIŞMA

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hüseyin YILMAZ
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Human Resources ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
Career Satisfaction ◽  
Leadership Behavior ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Creative Problem Solving ◽  
Democratic Leadership ◽  
Creative Problem ◽  
The Relationship

The aim of this study is the creative problem-solving capacity of the organization with leadership behaviors of human resources managers and employees to examine the relationship between career satisfaction and is tested empirically. Research within the scope of the required data structured questionnaire method, operating in the province of Aydin was obtained from 130 employees working in five star hotels. Democratic leadership style according to the factor analysis, easygoing, participants converter, and releasing autocratic leadership dimensions were determined. According to the analysis, the dependent variable with a significant level of research and positive leadership style has been determined that no relationships. Regression analysis revealed that the leadership of the relationship with the creative problem-solving capacity of democratic leadership in style when found to be stronger than other leadership styles, while the variable describing the career of the employee satisfaction level of the maximum it was concluded that the creative problem-solving capacity of the organization. Research in the context of human resources on the very important for organizations, leadership behavior, creative problem-solving capacity and career satisfaction studies analyzing the relationships between variables it seems to be quite limited. The discovery by analyzing the relationship between the aforementioned variables, can make significant contributions to knowledge in the literature and are expected to form the basis for future research.

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