Managerial implementation of CSR in the Asian technology sector: a case study on Apple
Giuffrè, Ludovica (A.A. 2024/2025) Managerial implementation of CSR in the Asian technology sector: a case study on Apple. Tesi di Laurea in Management, Luiss Guido Carli, relatore Francesca Vicentini, pp. 77. [Bachelor's Degree Thesis]
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Abstract/Index
Conceptual foundations of corporate social responsibility. Defining CSR: origins, principles and strategic relevance. CSR vs ESG: comparative frameworks for corporate sustainability. CSR as a driver of resource optimization and corporate reputation. Managerial metrics shaped by CSR: performance, engagement and risk mitigation. Sector-specific considerations: CSR in the technology industry. The evolution and practice of CSR in the Asian high-tech sector. Historical dynamics and structural drivers of CSR in Asia. Cultural, institutional and regulatory influences on CSR implementation. The Chinese case: industrial growth and supply chain responsibility. The Indian model: legislative innovation and inclusive development. Vietnam’s emergence: foreign investment, labor practices, and green transition. CSR in Taiwan: innovation, SME networks and global compliance. South Korea: chaebols, social value metrics and public-private synergies. Strategic and CSR analysis of Apple in the Asian Context. Corporate profile of Apple Inc. and its global strategic orientation. Business model and key competitive resources. Strategic analysis. CSR governance in the Chinese supply chain: challenges and interventions. Alignment of Apple’s CSR approach with Asian geopolitical and social dynamics. CSR and ESG performance indicators of Apple in Asia (2020–2024). Methodological approach and sources of CSR/ESG data. Emissions reduction targets and progress toward carbon neutrality. Use of renewable energy and third-party environmental certifications. Human rights policies and monitoring of labor standards. Gender equity, workplace safety and customer responsibility initiatives. Empirical overview of Apple’s ESG Performance: key indicators and trends. Consumer protection and product responsibility. Environmental certifications and green packaging. Supplier monitoring and third-party audits. Transparency in reporting and public commitments. Education and training initiatives for supply chain workers. Partnerships with NGOs and multilateral institutions. Alignment with the United Nations Sustainable development goals (SDGs). Summary of quantitative CSR/ESG indicators (2020–2024). Challenges and future prospects for Apple’s CSR in Asia.
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Bibliografia: pp. 74-77.
| Thesis Type: | Bachelor's Degree Thesis |
|---|---|
| Institution: | Luiss Guido Carli |
| Degree Program: | Bachelor's Degree Programs > Bachelor's Degree Program in Economics and Business, English language (L-33) |
| Chair: | Management |
| Thesis Supervisor: | Vicentini, Francesca |
| Academic Year: | 2024/2025 |
| Session: | Autumn |
| Deposited by: | Alessandro Perfetti |
| Date Deposited: | 28 Apr 2026 10:04 |
| Last Modified: | 28 Apr 2026 10:04 |
| URI: | https://tesi.luiss.it/id/eprint/45533 |
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