Essays about: "corporate profitability"

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  1. 1. Corporate Commitments and Human Capabilities : A Thematic Analysis of Corporate Social Responsibility in the Tanzanian Sisal Industry using Nussbaum's Capabilities Approach.

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för samhällsstudier (SS)

    Author : Lukas Nylander; [2024]
    Keywords : CSR; Sisal; Capabilities; Sustainability;

    Abstract : Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is an increasingly important aspect of a company’s image and has provided profitability by appealing to consumers. The Tanzanian sisal value chain provides an interesting case where newly established companies have the ability to incorporate CSR in their everyday work and create a sustainable environment where social and environmental aspects of responsibility are undertaken. READ MORE

  2. 2. Determinants of capital structure: an empirical study on the European technology industry in a dynamic panel difference-GMM analysis

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Alfred Rydsmo; Jacob Sandequist; [2023-06-29]
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    Abstract : This paper investigates the determinants of capital structure for 146 publicly traded technology companies in 14 different European countries over the 2009 to 2021 period. The study aims to test the relationship between firm leverage and its determinants suggested by both traditional corporate finance theory as well as previous findings. READ MORE

  3. 3. The Road to Corporate Sustainability, Transparency, Prevention and Accountability for Global Human Rights Harms

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Juridiska institutionen

    Author : Clara Andersson; [2023-02-02]
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    Abstract : Our globalized world with increasing complex supply and production chains has allowed corporations to transcend national borders to enhance profitability and enables a greater allocation of work force around the world. Although many positive aspects, this has also aggravated transnational corporate human rights violations. READ MORE

  4. 4. A Case Study on How Institutional Pressures and Stakeholder Interaction Impacts Firms' Balancing of Profit and Sustainable Activities

    University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Akademin för ekonomi, samhälle och teknik

    Author : Klara Eriksson; Henna Lakhwani; [2023]
    Keywords : Institutional pressures; stakeholder interaction; sustainable development; corporate social responsibility; strategic stakeholder management;

    Abstract : Research questions: What effects can institutional pressures have on firms' sustainable activities? How can firms interact with their stakeholders to overcome the challenge of being sustainable and profitable?  Purpose: As sustainability is on the agenda for institutions worldwide, there is relevance in elevating the understanding of how institutional pressures impact firms' sustainable activities, and what mechanisms that firms can incorporate when developing CSR activities. Thus, we wish to contribute to the strategic benefits of stakeholder interaction to balance profitability and sustainability. READ MORE

  5. 5. Inclusiveness of autistic consumers in E-commerce : An exploratory study on the inclusiveness for consumers on Autism Spectrum Disorder

    University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Akademin för ekonomi, samhälle och teknik

    Author : Anwaar Naser; Laura Trandafir; Asterios Varsamidis; [2023]
    Keywords : Autism; ASD; niche; consumer; inclusiveness; e-commerce; website design;

    Abstract : Date:2023-05-31Level: Bachelor thesis in Business Administration, 15 cr Institution: School of Business, Society, and Engineering, Mälardalen University Authors: Anwaar Naser, Laura Maria Trandafir and, Asterios Mastorokostas Varsamidis Title: Inclusiveness of autistic consumers in the E-commerce Supervisor: Stylianos Papaioannou Keywords: Autism, ASD, niche, consumer, inclusiveness, e-commerce, website design. Research question: How is the inclusivity of ASD consumers addressed in online shopping? Purpose: The purpose of this thesis is to analyse the online shopping experience of consumers with autism to identify opportunities for e-commerce businesses to create more inclusive websites. READ MORE