Using Action Research to Develop Capabilities for CSR

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Jones, Grant and Kramar, Robin Jana. (2008). Using Action Research to Develop Capabilities for CSR. Proceedings of the 22nd ANZAM Conference 2008. New Zealand: Promaco Conventions Pty Ltd. pp. 1 - 16
AuthorsJones, Grant and Kramar, Robin Jana
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This paper tests the proposition that action research conducted within an organisation can develop the kind of leadership capabilities that are likely to enhance sustainability outcomes. It reports the conduct of an action research process used in FOXTEL to develop a component of its overall CSR strategy.

KeywordsCorporate Social Responsibility; Sustainability; Triple Bottom Li
Year2008
PublisherPromaco Conventions Pty Ltd
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Research GroupPeter Faber Business School
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