Model of dimensions and variables of corporate social responsibility updated through structural equations

  • 0Facultad de Economía y Negocios, Universidad de Talca, Talca, Chile.

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Summary

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This study developed a validated corporate social responsibility (CSR) model with 15 factors and 66 variables. The model provides a sophisticated tool for companies to accurately measure and manage their societal impact.

Area Of Science

  • Business and Management
  • Organizational Behavior
  • Sustainability Studies

Background

  • Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is evolving from compliance to a holistic approach.
  • Increased data availability necessitates sophisticated CSR management tools.
  • Existing CSR models require updated metrics for accurate societal impact assessment.

Purpose Of The Study

  • To identify variables and dimensions for a representative CSR management model.
  • To validate a generic CSR model using factorial and structural modeling.
  • To develop a tool for more accurate and up-to-date CSR metrics.

Main Methods

  • Survey of 667 middle and senior managers in Guayas, Ecuador.
  • Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) to form factors from items.
  • Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) for model validation using goodness-of-fit indices.

Main Results

  • A system of correlated factors with high commonality and significant factorial loads was identified.
  • Variables not meeting criteria were excluded, refining the model.
  • A final model comprising 15 factors and 66 variables was ratified.

Conclusions

  • The validated CSR model offers a robust framework for organizational management.
  • The model provides accurate and current dimensions and metrics for CSR.
  • This research contributes a sophisticated tool for understanding and reporting corporate societal impact.

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