Your boss has asked you to give the opening statement at one of the workshops. You are to discuss the relevance and benefits of CSR for SMEs. Individual Long Turn (4–5 minutes): Give a presentation to the participants in the workshop in which you ■■ give examples of the ways companies should act responsibly at different levels (see attachment) ■■ assess the possible benefits of engaging in CSR ■■ comment on recent developments in this area. Interaction (8–10 minutes): After your presentation, a workshop participant has some additional questions and concerns about this matter. In your discussion with this person, you should ■■ compare sincere with insincere efforts of companies to improve conditions for their employees, their communities, and the environment ■■ evaluate common arguments against SMEs getting involved in CSR-related activities ■■ speculate about future developments in this field. Attachment CARROLL’S PYRAMID OF CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Carroll’s Pyramid of Corporate Social Responsibility helps to explain the social, ethical, legal and economic responsibilities by which a business should operate. A Master of Business Administration program, like the one offered by Victoria University Online, can help professionals understand the framework that helps a business function ethically and sustainably through courses like Business Ethics and Sustainability. Philanthropic responsibilities A business is responsible for giving back to society and improving the quality of life in the community. Ethical responsibilities A business is responsible for being just, moral and fair. It must avoid causing harm. Legal responsibilities A business is responsible for obeying all national and international rules, laws and regulations for their industry. Economic responsibilities A business is responsible for being profitable. From this foundation, they can invest in the community by creating jobs, supporting local organisations and partnering with nonprofits. 34 Key aspects Strategies Sample task 3 Companies & CSR Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv
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