Elective Business and Society
Business and Society notes
10 chapter notes, in syllabus order. Each starts with the key points.
Unit 1
Business-Society Nexus: Interdependence, Roles & ImpactUnit 1 of Business and Society explores the dynamic relationship between businesses and society, analyzing how economic activities shape social structures while being influenced by societal expectations, legal frameworks, and cultural norms. This note covers definitions, key theories, real-world applications, and the r8 min readUnit 2
Stakeholder Theory: Power, Interest, and Business ImpactUnit 2 of Business and Society explores stakeholder theory—who influences businesses, how their interests clash or align, and how companies balance them. Covers definitions, models (e.g., Mitchell et al.’s typology), real-world applications (e.g., Daraz’s supplier vs. customer trade-offs), and ethical dilemmas like Nce11 min readUnit 3
Business Ethics: Principles, Theories, Cases & Real-World ImpactUnit 3 of Business and Society explores the moral principles guiding business decisions, ethical theories (utilitarianism, deontology, virtue ethics), ethical dilemmas, and real-world applications in Nepali and global companies like Nabil Bank, Daraz, and Google. It covers codes of conduct, whistleblowing, and how ethi7 min readUnit 4
Corporate Social Responsibility: Models, Ethics & ImpactUnit 4 of Business and Society explores CSR definitions, frameworks (e.g., Carroll’s pyramid, triple bottom line), ethical theories, and real-world applications—linking profit motives to societal good. Learn how businesses like Nabil Bank, Himalayan Java, and Daraz embed CSR into operations, stakeholder management, and15 min readUnit 5
Corporate Governance: Structures, Ethics & Stakeholder BalanceUnit 5 of Business and Society explores corporate governance—its principles, models (shareholder vs. stakeholder), mechanisms (boards, audits, compliance), and real-world applications in Nepali and global firms. Learn how governance shapes ethics, transparency, and long-term sustainability, with case studies from Nabil9 min readUnit 6
Business & Environment: Pollution, Sustainability & Green StrategiesUnit 6 of Business and Society explores how businesses interact with the environment—pollution impacts, sustainable practices, green marketing, and regulatory frameworks—with real-world cases from Nepal (e.g., NTC’s e-waste, Daraz’s carbon footprint) and global examples (e.g., Patagonia’s circular economy, Unilever’s s9 min readUnit 7
Business and Government: Regulation, Policy & InteractionUnit 7 of Business and Society: This note covers the nature of government intervention, regulatory frameworks, public policy tools, and the strategic interaction between Nepali businesses and state institutions.11 min readUnit 8
Consumers, Rights, Protection & Business DynamicsUnit 8 of Business and Society explores the symbiotic relationship between consumers and businesses, covering consumer rights, protection laws, ethical business practices, and real-world applications in Nepal (e.g., NTC, Daraz, banks). It includes case studies, comparisons, and exam-focused strategies to master this hi15 min readUnit 9
Community Relations: Stakeholders, CSR, and Engagement StrategiesUnit 9 of Business and Society explores how businesses interact with local communities—balancing economic goals with social responsibility, ethical engagement, and sustainable partnerships. Learn stakeholder mapping, conflict resolution, and real-world case studies (e.g., Daraz’s community initiatives, Nabil Bank’s rur10 min readUnit 10
Global Business Challenges & Ethical FrontiersUnit 10 of Business and Society explores how multinational corporations navigate cross-border ethical dilemmas, sustainability crises, and geopolitical risks—from labor exploitation in supply chains to climate accountability—using frameworks like the UN Global Compact and case studies of Nepali and global firms.12 min read