The George Washington University School of Business

The George Washington University School of Business (GWSB) has built a globally recognized curriculum, fully imbued with theories and practical applications focused on ethical leadership, corporate responsibility, sustainability, and globalization.

Its 125-strong faculty http://business.gwu.edu/faculty/ represents 25 countries and reflects the multifaceted character of its location in Washington, DC, a city at the nexus of global policymaking, local and international business and politics enriched by a vibrant nonprofit presence.

The GW Institute for Corporate Responsibility (ICR) drives cross-sector research, real-world advisory projects, teaching, and knowledge dissemination with a focus on four key areas:

Environmental Sustainability

Peace Through Commerce

Global Stakeholder Strategies

Corporate Governance

Partnership and Collaboration
The new global business paradigm requires partnership and collaboration.

Opportunities for creative problem solving and innovation among diverse partners abound at the GWSB. With its direct access to global experts from the private and public sectors, students and faculty enjoy the unique advantage of experiencing first-hand the intersection of business, policy and practice.

Likewise, the ICR works with a broad array of collaborators to further its mission and effectiveness:

State Department's Economic Empowerment in Strategic Regions Program

GW Net Impact

UN Principles for Responsible Management Education

NewForesight

International Finance Corporation (IFC)

Business Fights Poverty

Resources
Books on Corporate Responsibility

Corporate Social Responsibility Resources

Additional resources: Syllabi from some of our classes can be found below.