The Role of Corporate Social Responsibility in Enhancing Business Ethics and Sustainable Practices

1. Introduction 1.1 Definition of Corporate Social Responsibility 1.2 Importance of Business Ethics 1.3 Overview of Sustainable Practices 2. Historical Background of CSR 2.1 Evolution of CSR Concepts 2.2 Key Milestones in CSR Development 2.3 CSR in Different Industries 3. Theoretical Frameworks 3.1 Stakeholder Theory 3.2 Triple Bottom Line Approach 3.3 Shared Value Creation 4. CSR and Business Ethics 4.1 Ethical Decision-Making Models 4.2 Corporate Governance and CSR 4.3 Transparency and Accountability 5. Implementation of Sustainable Practices 5.1 Environmental Sustainability Strategies 5.2 Social Responsibility Initiatives 5.3 Economic Impact of CSR 6. Case Studies of CSR Success 6.1 Global Corporations' CSR Efforts 6.2 Small Business Sustainable Practices 6.3 Comparative Analysis of Industries 7. Challenges and Criticisms 7.1 Greenwashing Concerns 7.2 Balancing Profit and Social Good 7.3 Criticisms from Stakeholders 8. Future Directions of CSR 8.1 Innovations in CSR Practices 8.2 Role of Technology in CSR 8.3 Predictions for Future Trends