Leadership Strategies for Promoting Social Responsibility in Higher Education

Patrick Blessinger editor Enakshi Sengupta editor Craig Mahoney editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Emerald Publishing Limited

Published:3rd Aug '20

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Leadership Strategies for Promoting Social Responsibility in Higher Education cover

In keeping with the phenomena of globalization and privatization of education institutions and the ever-growing competition in the higher education industry, many higher education institutions are adopting a corporate approach in the changing face of the industry. Institutions are discovering the importance of corporate image, identity, and reputation and the use of corporate social responsibility as a reputation and an advantage building strategy. These strategies are helping the university to move beyond the classroom and to establish deeper relationships with society and to work collaboratively on local issues.Higher education leaders are crucial to these developments, and guide the strategy for institutions adopting this more corporate approach. This book explores the theoretical underpinnings and interventions of CSR practiced by universities across the globe and the role their leadership plays in promoting this. It provides international examples from the US, Africa, Europe and Asia, with implications and insights for university leadership, staff, and students.

Concepts of civil society and social responsibility are complex and multi-faceted. This book describes corporate responsibility, leadership, sustainability activism, and inclusivity from many parts of the world. By bringing real-world issues into higher education, students have opportunities to make a difference, setting the stage for generations of global citizens. -- Alice Cassidy, Ph.D.
This book tackles the significance of relationships between academia and industry, addressing the dynamic systems and presenting promising strategies. -- Professor. Abhilasha Singh, PhD Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs

ISBN: 9781839094279

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 434g

244 pages