Managing Sustainability in Transnational Business

(3 Credit Hours) · Undergraduate

Taught as BUSI 3006 SBLC at a host institution. This course will provide an overview on the development of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in China in comparison with North American and European countries. It aims to help students build a global perspective of CSR and sustainable business, with a strong mindset of applying practical knowledge to local issues. We will explore all essential CSR subjects, including environmental footprint, community involvement & development, fair operating practices, labor practices, and supply chain management, in a context of addressing challenges faced by transnational companies engaging various sets of stakeholders in different geographic territories. With a special emphasis on China/Asia, students will study actual cases in MNCs' China operation. This course also plans to cover more advanced topics such as Corporate Social Innovation and CSR-related public policy in China if time permits.