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Corruption and the Informal Economy
Meeting Date and Time: Monday, August 6, 2012
11:30am-1pm
Location: Holmes Room, Boston Park Plaza
Primary Sponsor: CAU
Main contact: Dr. Bahaudin G.Mujtaba
Dr. Shaista E. Khilji
Other panelists: Dr Terrell Maynak & Dr Stefanie D. Wilson
The purpose of this caucus is to provide a forum for researchers and practitioners to discuss existing informal corrupt business practices globally (in particular in South Asia). The format is interactive to allow all participants to share their experiences and knowledge. We hope to conceptualize some thought provoking questions for future research, and strategies for practitioners to address challenges related to corruption they experience.
We will discuss the causes and role of corruption in the business environment and offer strategies to address deeply-embedded corrupt practices in society. We will also highlight managerial implications. In particular, we will discuss business ethics training as an emerging local and global challenge for public officials and private sector entrepreneurs. We argue that the creation of an ethical climate within organizations requires continuous and comprehensive education, along with communicating and enforcing relevant policies and procedures.
Please join us! Be part of an exciting conversation and a budding scholarly and practitioner community with an interest in South Asia- considered to be one of the world's fastest growing regions.
If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to Candice Matthews at
cmatthew@gwmail.gwu.edu by Wednesday, August 1, 2012.