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CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & SUSTAINABLE EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (MANAGEMENT)

Authors: Saurabh Sharma;

CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY & SUSTAINABLE EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (MANAGEMENT)

Abstract

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has emerged as a pivotal framework for businesses to contribute to societal well-being, particularly in the realm of sustainable educational development. This research paper explores the intricate relationship between CSR initiatives and the advancement of education systems that align with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a special focus on SDG 4 (Quality Education). Drawing from a comprehensive review of literature spanning 2014 to 2023, the study analyzes how higher education institutions (HEIs) integrate CSR principles into their curricula, operations, and community engagements to foster sustainable practices. Key themes include the role of CSR in enhancing educational equity, promoting ethical management education, and addressing environmental and social challenges through interdisciplinary approaches. The analysis reveals that European HEIs lead in CSR-SDG integration, with peaks in research output during 2020-2021, driven by global sustainability agendas. Practical implications highlight how CSR-embedded education equips students with responsible values, boosts institutional performance, and generates societal benefits such as reduced inequalities and improved environmental governance. However, challenges persist, including language biases in research (e.g., English-only focus) and the need for broader multidisciplinary collaborations. By examining case studies and bibliometric data from 64 peer-reviewed articles, this paper underscores CSR's potential to transform educational development into a sustainable, inclusive process. Recommendations advocate for policy reforms that encourage public-private partnerships, culturally sensitive curricula, and longitudinal impact assessments. Ultimately, CSR serves as a bridge between corporate strategies and educational sustainability, paving the way for resilient societies in the face of global crises like climate change and social disparity.

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popularity
This indicator reflects the "current" impact/attention (the "hype") of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network.
BIP!Popularity provided by BIP!
influence
This indicator reflects the overall/total impact of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network (diachronically).
BIP!Influence provided by BIP!
impulse
This indicator reflects the initial momentum of an article directly after its publication, based on the underlying citation network.
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