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1. 1. Does CSR Performance Impact a Firms' Engagement in Earnings Management?

   University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för redovisning och finansiering

   Author : Tashfia Khan Latif; Maria Makhoul; [2024]
   Keywords : corporate social responsibility; earnings management; discretionary accruals; opportunistic perspective; integrative theory;

   Abstract : This study examines the relationship between corporate social responsibility (CSR) and earnings management (EM). Specifically, we question whether firms investing in CSR also behave in an ethical manner to constrain EM, or if they engage in CSR as a way to hide corporate misconduct. READ MORE

3. 2. Hydraulic Modelling of Eurasian Beaver Structural Modifications: Implications for Evaluating their Contributions to Natural Flood Management in Scotland

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Riskhantering och Samhällssäkerhet

   Author : Maja Christina Pitcairn; [2023]
   Keywords : Beaver reintroduction; Scotland; Flood risk; Natural flood management; Hydraulic modelling.; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : The concurrent climate and biodiversity crises in Scotland necessitate the exploration of ecosystem-based adaptation to simultaneously address increased flood risk and the loss of native species. This research investigated the contributions of Eurasian beaver reintroductions to natural flood management in Scotland. READ MORE

4. 3. Unveiling the Influence of Organizational Culture on Innovation in Family Businesses : Lessons from Sweden and Italy

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

   Author : Emma Liedholm; Alice Röström; [2023]
   Keywords : Family Business; Organizational Culture; Innovation;

   Abstract : Family businesses are a significant part of the global economy, contributing to employment and GDP growth. However, they face challenges in a dynamic and competitive landscape, requiring a shift in traditional approaches and a focus on innovation. READ MORE

5. 4. Fighting fire with fire? : An exploration of the relationship between nonviolence and sustainability

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Teologiska institutionen

   Author : Linnea Johansson Vodusek; [2023]
   Keywords : Nonviolence; Sustainability; Development; Agenda 2030; Sustainable Development Goals; Galtung; Ecocentrism; Gandhi; structural violence; cultural violence; peace; future generations; conflicts; global warming; globalization; knowledge; cooperation and environment;

   Abstract : This study aims at exploring the connections between nonviolence and sustainability in two cases. The relationship between nonviolence and sustainability is identified and discussed in light of the theories on nonviolence of Johan Galtung and theories of the ethical framework of ecocentrism. READ MORE

6. 5. Audit Firm Culture & Audit Quality : Qualitative Study – Sri Lankan Context

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

   Author : Nimesh Fernando; Ashoka Pradeep Kumara; [2023]
   Keywords : Audit Firm Culture; Audit Quality; Sri Lanka; Ethics; Professionalism; Work life Balance; Technology; Remuneration; Regulatory Influence;

   Abstract : The purpose of the study is to understand the complex relationship between audit firm culture and audit quality within the unique context of Sri Lanka. Solely dependent on insights provided by a group of auditors the research identifies key factors that influence the culture of audit firms and its impact on the quality of audit services. READ MORE