An increasing trend in businesses today is to prove to stakeholders it operates as a good corporate citizen. In order to achieve this, businesses are developing key policies and practices centering around business ethics and socially responsible management. This program explores the practical ways organizations are integrating business ethics and social responsibility into all aspects of its operations. In addition it examines the structure and purpose of the Corporate Responsibility Index (CRI) as a means of benchmarking corporate responsibility in Australia.
Subjects: Corporate Culture
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Global Business
Over the past eight years world famous Swedish auto maker Volvo has gained a foothold in the South American market by establishing a major manufacturing plant in Brazil. The video explores: why Volvo sought to expand its global business by building its plant where it did, including geographical, operational, human resource and political considerations; how Volvo seeks to create a positive work environment for staff; environmental initiatives and objectives; community initiatives; the company’s contribution to Volvo’s global business; how the plant is managed. Appearing on camera is Volvo’s South American director Carlos Morassutti.