JEFMS Journal

ABSTRACT:

This article explores the synergy between philosophy, corporate finance, and corporate social responsibility (CSR), emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinarity in addressing the complex ethical, social, and environmental challenges faced by organizations today. By integrating the teachings of philosophy and ethical theories, companies can enrich their understanding and practice of ethical corporate finance and CSR, developing conceptual frameworks, critical thinking skills, and systematic approaches for ethical decision-making and problem-solving. Companies that adopt ethical and responsible practices can promote value creation for stakeholders, financial performance, and long-term sustainability, thereby contributing to the achievement of sustainable development goals and the creation of a more just, sustainable, and responsible world.

KEYWORDS:

Philosophy, Corporate finance, Corporate social responsibility (CSR), Ethics, Interdisciplinarity, Ethical decision- making, Sustainability, Sustainable development, Financial performance, Stakeholders.

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