Finance & Economics Tracks > Track 6: Corporate Finance, Governance, CSR, ESG

Track Chairs:

• Prof. Sabri Boubaker, EM Normandie Business School, Paris, France, sboubaker@em-normandie.fr
• Dr. Ahmed Imran Hunjra, Rabat Business School, International University of Rabat, Morocco, Imran.ahmed@uir.ac.ma

Corporate governance, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) are the two pillars that form the bedrock of successful and responsible companies. Their effective implementation is crucial not only for the growth and profitability of firms but also for the betterment of society. These factors play a critical role in various business operations and strategic decision-making processes that shape the long-term sustainability of corporations. Thus, they are the key determinants of rational decision-making in the corporate world. Companies that prioritize these aspects are more likely to achieve sustainable growth, attract ethical investments, and enjoy a positive reputation in the market.

This track offers a unique opportunity to explore the latest research and best practices in corporate finance, corporate governance, and CSR/ESG. The topics of interest span a broad spectrum, ranging from corporate investment and financing to social and environmental reporting and ESG and ethical issues. This track aims to deepen our understanding of how these factors interconnect and their impact on the performance and influence of companies on society and the environment.

 The topics of interest for this track include, but are not limited to:

• Corporate investment,
• Financing decision & financial structure,
• Firms operating capital,
• Profit distribution,
• Dividend policy,
• Corporate social responsibility,
• ESG and corporate decision making, CSR
• Corporate governance in accounting,
• Agency theory & agency problem
• Managerial compensation
• Ownership structure
• Board characteristics
• Audit characteristics
• Green governance
• Investment policies
• Business ethics and CSR,
• Corporate governance in finance, Social and environmental reporting,
• Gender diversity
• Bank stability
• Financial development & firm performance
• Financial regulations and resilience