Task 1. Select one issue Choose one of the business ethics and CSR issues from a list provided. This could include bribery/corruption, Geneva convention, sustainability and environment, modern slavery
Learning Outcomes
The Subject Learning Outcomes demonstrated by successful completion of the task below include:
c) Critically analyse the responsibilities of directors of multinational enterprises with respect to business ethics and CSR.
d) Critically evaluate the legal and corporate governance structures in multinational organisations
Task Summary
Research, analyse and develop a case report in 2500 words (+/- 10%) related to the responsibilities of directors of multinational companies with respect to business ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in a nominated country. The case report needs to identify the responsibilities of directors in the nominated country, with an emphasis on an ethical/CSR issue as well as an analysis of impact of failure to comply with such responsibilities. Please refer to the Task Instructions for details on how to complete this assessment
Context
This assessment will provide you with an opportunity to research and develop a case report on the business ethics and CSR responsibilities of directors of multinational organizations operating in nonwestern countries. This is important in globally operating organizations given that cultures, norms, perspectives, traditions, and regulations differ, as countries are also faced with different ethical and CSR issues and priorities.
This understanding is important to managers who require a global mindset and understanding of their business ethics and CSR responsibilities. In addition, insight is required into contemporary matters which global managers could face, such as corruption/bribery, compliance to the Geneva Convention (for organisations operating in war zones), modern slavery, sustainability and environmental issues.
Task Instructions
You need to prepare for and approach this task by studying the following modules:
- Module 5: Principles of business ethics and international business responsibilities
- Module 6: Managing business ethics internationally
- Module 7: Principles and characteristics of CSR
- Module 8: Responsibilities of directors of multinational enterprises with respect to business ethics and CSR
In addition to these learning materials, it is necessary to research widely including in academic, government, and business sources for appropriate additional material.
Your facilitator will provide you with the name of the country for this assessment. To complete this assessment, you need to carry out the following tasks:
Country list: - Sweden, Mexico, Indonesia
Select one country out of three
Task 1. Select one issue
Choose one of the business ethics and CSR issues from a list provided. This could include bribery/corruption, Geneva convention, sustainability and environment, modern slavery.
Task 2.
Research the business ethics and CSR practices of the nominated country. Analyse the responsibilities of directors of multinational companies with respect to your chosen business ethics and CSR issue.
Task 3.
Research and analyse the impact of non-compliance with a director’s responsibilities.
Below is a guide to structuring the report: (please use this structure)
1. Introduction/Background: Summarise background information on the nominated country and issue chosen; then, describe the objective of the assessment (20% of the word count).
2. Analysis: (60% of the word count)
a) Research and analysis of the responsibilities of directors in your nominated country related to your chosen issue
b) Research and analysis of the consequences to directors of not complying with their responsibilities in the nominated country
3. Key findings: outline the main differences and similarities, and their implications on doing business (15% of the word count).
4. Conclusion: discuss whether your report has been able to achieve its aim (5% of the word count).
5. Reference list: use the APA 7.0 referencing system.
6. Appendices: for any additional but not mandatory information.
Referencing
It is essential that you use the appropriate APA style for citing and referencing research. Please see more information on referencing here: