You are required to write a short essay explaining what you think CSR is and how it can help both business and society, including how it might help resolve conflicts between the two. The essay question for this assignment is as follows: “CSR can help both international business and society, including when it comes to conflicts between the two”: Do you agree with this statement? Why, or why not? As this is an essay you must write in full sentences – NO bullet points. Suggested essay structure:
1. A brief introduction (this can be one or two sentences)
2. A definition of CSR, including an explanation of why you chose this definition
3. How can CSR contribute to international business? (give examples)
4. How can CSR help societies? (give examples)
5. How might the interests of business and societies conflict (give examples)?
6. Explain at least one way in which CSR might help resolve such conflicts (give examples
7. Conclusion – here you should sum up your answer to the essay question
