Purpose: There is currently a wide range of methods for measuring social impact. Each method uses specific indicators, mainly because of the diverse characteristics of social enterprises (SEs) and the type of impact that is analysed, thus hindering the definition of a single, shared measurement...

There is an emerging consensus among scholars that a unified definition of social entrepreneurship would empower better research and legitimize the entire field. In spite of these benefits, none of the four definitions identified here is clearly superior to the others. Moreover, a unified...

This authoritative book includes cutting-edge insights from leading European and North American scholars who reflect upon business ethics’ foundations, firms, markets and stakeholders in order to design more sustainable patterns of development for business and society. Together, the...

How does the use of external advisors influence the value generated in complex acquisition processes? The greater the complexity, the higher the likelihood that managers seek outside advice to manage complex acquisitions, but they must be conscientious in their dealings with them. We argue and...

This article offers an original overview of non-financial disclosure on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) by concentrating on information released through corporate social, environmental and sustainability reports. It compares and contrasts corporate social disclosure practices among ninety...