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Are companies just shifting CSR problems?

Social Responsibility Sustainability

Zhou, Sheryl Xiaolu • Zhou, Sheryl Xiaolu • 19 February 2026 • 5 mins read

Corporate responsibility is not just about doing good, but also about committing the necessary resources for genuine impacts Featured faculty: Zhou Xiaolu Written by Putro Harnowo Corporate social responsibility, or CSR, is an integral part of modern business strategy. Traditional CSR practices have revolved around charity, philanthropy, and volunteering, but the growing demand for sustainable business […]

Giving back to society can be good for business too

Social Responsibility

Yang, Haibin • Yang, Haibin • 01 August 2024 • 6 mins read

Companies that donate to charitable causes enjoy greater success in corporate acquisitions, especially if they face negative publicity or controversy, a new study finds By Lisa Kennedy From the M+ museum in West Kowloon to the statue of the Goddess of Mercy on the quiet hill of Tai Po District, striking monuments to corporate philanthropy […]

More female investors don’t always spell allyship

Corporate Governance Social Responsibility

09 May 2024 • 6 mins read

While women face greater difficulties in the male-dominated entrepreneurial ecosystem, the increase of female investors may fail to close the gender gap By Pan Jingyi, Principal Writer, China Business Knowledge @ CUHK Entrepreneurship provides ordinary people an opportunity for success, yet not everyone has equal access to achieve it. The glass ceilings are thicker for […]

Leadership Social Responsibility

Au, Kevin Yuk-fai • Au, Kevin Yuk-fai • 07 March 2024 • 6 mins read

Treading the fine line between making an impact and achieving financial gain is a captivating challenge for social enterprises, and the key could be found in the founder’s professional journey By Putro Harnowo, Senior Content Manager, China Business Knowledge @ CUHK Along with the increase in awareness of sustainable and responsible practices, the world has […]

Balancing Work and Family Can Change Your Personality

Career Social Responsibility

Li, Wendong • Li, Wendong • 07 December 2023 • 6 mins read

Achieving harmony between work and family positively impacts personality and career, while neglecting them would do more harm By Putro Harnowo, Senior Content Manager, China Business Knowledge @ CUHK Competitive workplaces and demanding tasks can stir up pesky emotions. Meanwhile, the rollercoaster of family issues can leave individuals trapped in a whirlwind of feelings. Many […]

How Feeling Good Can Lead to Doing Good

Leadership Social Responsibility

Lin, Lisa Ya, Yang, Haibin • Lin, Lisa Ya • Yang, Haibin • 02 November 2023 • 7 mins read

New study finds that a CEO’s emotional profile has a notable impact on their company’s uptake of corporate social responsibility initiatives By Lisa Kennedy When Larry Fink, founder and CEO of BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, announced that the company would place environmental sustainability at the centre of its investment strategy, it sent shockwaves […]

Why Is Workplace Equality Good for Business?

Consumer Behaviour Social Responsibility

Cen, Ling, Wu, Jing • Cen, Ling • Wu, Jing • 26 September 2023 • 5 mins read

A new study reveals that U.S. households spend more on products from firms that prioritise corporate workplace equality, especially after major social events By Pan Jingyi, Principal Writer, China Business Knowledge@CUHK Which would you choose: a bag produced by a firm known for its equal treatment of all staff or a bag produced by a […]

When Corporate Philanthropy Keeps Staff Happy

Social Responsibility

• Rice, Anthony • 17 November 2022 • 6 mins read

Research shows that firms which align their philanthropy efforts with the values of workers may benefit from lower turnover

How Should Governments Intervene in Allocation of Anti-Pandemic Resources?

Economics & Finance Social Responsibility

Liang, Guo • 25 August 2022 • 7 mins read

Does ensuring market efficiency in the distribution of pandemic-related goods and services necessarily undermine inequality? Researchers at CUHK Business School provide insights into this economic and moral dilemma

Black Lives Matter: A Wake-up Call for Investors?

Economics & Finance Social Responsibility

Han Yanru • 09 June 2022 • 8 mins read

CUHK research shows that, following the rise of the Black Lives Matter movement, U.S. investors raised their relative holdings in companies with high labour equality efforts

Leadership Social Responsibility

Liao, Leo Huiyao • Liao, Leo Huiyao • 26 May 2022 • 7 mins read

A recent research study shows that COVID-19 has made workers become more compassionate and obedient, yet at the same time more susceptible to workplace mistreatment

Violent Video Games and Crime

Consumer Behaviour Social Responsibility

• Stice, Han • 19 May 2022 • 8 mins read

Research study supports link between violent video games and crime, and finds teenagers are more likely to commit crimes under the influence of violent video games than adults

China Business Knowledge@CUHK’s Top 10 Articles in 2021

Career Consumer Behaviour Corporate Governance Economics & Finance Entrepreneurship Leadership Marketing Social Responsibility Top 10

Jin, Jenny Qianran, Makino, Shige, , Liu, Ming, Yuen, Andrew Chi-lok, Tse, Edward Cho-che, , Cisternas Vera, Francisco, Li, Wendong, Lau, Dora Chi-sun, Cao, Ying • Jin, Jenny Qianran • Makino, Shige • Fong, Wai-ming • Liu, Ming • Yuen, Andrew Chi-lok • Tse, Edward Cho-che • Hong, Ying-yi • Cisternas Vera, Francisco • Li, Wendong • Hu, Maggie Rong • Lau, Dora Chi-sun • Cao, Ying • 29 December 2021 • 4 mins read

From global supply chain shortages to inflation fears and rising concerns over climate change, for many people doing business in 2021 was probably fraught with a high degree of uncertainty. To illuminate the way ahead, here are this year’s 10 most popular articles, featuring our cutting edge research and expert insights

The Unknown Benefits of Black Markets

Economics & Finance Social Responsibility

Hu, Mandy Mantian • Hu, Mandy Mantian • 21 October 2021 • 9 mins read

Research on the license plate market in China’s capital finds that black markets can potentially serve as an auction mechanism to redistribute limited resources to those in need

Building an Inclusive Workplace to Foster Creativity

Social Responsibility

05 August 2021 • 5 mins read

Research in China confirms it pays to modify work environments and conditions for needs beyond just physical disabilities

Combating Digital Piracy in China and its Unintended Side Effects

Economics & Finance Social Responsibility

Liao, Chenxi • Liao, Chenxi • 08 July 2021 • 8 mins read

Research shows a reduction in online piracy in China’s digital publishing sector boosted creative production but also reduced writers’ efforts in engaging with readers

Is There an Ulterior Motive Behind Corporate China’s Charitable Streak?

Corporate Governance Social Responsibility

Jinfan Zhang • 29 April 2021 • 6 mins read

Research reveals that many Chinese corporations donate in the hopes of receiving favours from government officials

Could COVID-19 Be Turning Point For ESG in China?

Globalisation Social Responsibility

Chan, Kalok • 22 October 2020 • 5 mins read

CUHK research shows sustainable investing could mitigate risks in times of crisis

Does CSR Influence Our Investment Behaviour?

Economics & Finance Social Responsibility

Cao, Jay J. • 17 January 2019 • 5 mins read

An accelerated trend of socially responsible investing has changed the equilibrium of market efficiency, CUHK research reveals

Behind the Veil of Corporate Philanthropy

Social Responsibility

19 May 2015 • 4 mins read

Philanthropic activities are increasingly used to promote a company’s image to the public. New research on Chinese firms shows they can also serve as a signal for a company’s commitment to financial transparency

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