Purpose This chapter develops a novel conceptualization of Corporate Social Irresponsibility (CSI) and identifies possible avenues for further research in the International Business (IB) and related fields. Design/methodology/approach A conceptual chapter examining the existing definitions of CSI and proposing a classification of irresponsible behaviours using an international law approach. Findings The concept of CSI has been poorly conceptualized and measured so far. We improve this by distinguishing between unethical conduct bearing no a direct impact on human rights and those behaviours that do entail a human rights impact. Next, we classify human rights abuses in two categories based on whether they entail the violation of as derogable or a, non-derogable human right.and, Finally, we make a distinction between direct and indirect irresponsible actions. These distinctions are also illustrated empirically. Originality/value This chapter bridges the gap between IB, management and international law research on human rights or else defined irresponsible behaviours. Our novel conceptualization of CSI can help to better address unanswered questions about factors driving CSI in international business firms.
Corporate Social Irresponsibility in International Business
GIULIANI, ELISA;FIASCHI, DAVIDE
2014-01-01
Abstract
Purpose This chapter develops a novel conceptualization of Corporate Social Irresponsibility (CSI) and identifies possible avenues for further research in the International Business (IB) and related fields. Design/methodology/approach A conceptual chapter examining the existing definitions of CSI and proposing a classification of irresponsible behaviours using an international law approach. Findings The concept of CSI has been poorly conceptualized and measured so far. We improve this by distinguishing between unethical conduct bearing no a direct impact on human rights and those behaviours that do entail a human rights impact. Next, we classify human rights abuses in two categories based on whether they entail the violation of as derogable or a, non-derogable human right.and, Finally, we make a distinction between direct and indirect irresponsible actions. These distinctions are also illustrated empirically. Originality/value This chapter bridges the gap between IB, management and international law research on human rights or else defined irresponsible behaviours. Our novel conceptualization of CSI can help to better address unanswered questions about factors driving CSI in international business firms.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
