Understanding CSR
Synthesis Questions
The most productive discussions and debates are those that open our eyes to different perspectives and different ways of thinking. While we may not change our initial opinions, we may emerge with an enhanced understanding of the perspectives of others, or of the complexity of a particular issue.
So we suggest that at the end of each chapter you answer a few questions in a way that allows you to "synthesize" your discussions and readings - by bringing together the strongest parts of each side of the argument - so as to arrive at a deeper, more nuanced understanding of the issues involved.
Clearly, the ethical role of corporations is a vast, complex topic and allows for a great diversity of opinions. Here are three initial synthesis questions for further reflection:
Synthesis Questions
- Are corporations on the whole good for society?
- Do you personally like or distrust corporations? Why?
- How should society regulate corporations?