A Systematic Literature Review of Corporate Social Responsibility

Authors

  • Micaela C. Marquez Graduate School, Bulacan State University, City of Malolos, Bulacan, Philippines

Abstract

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has transitioned from a voluntary add-on to a strategic
necessity driven by growing societal expectations, regulatory pressures, and investor scrutiny.
This systematic review examined 25 empirical articles published between 2017 and 2024,
sourced from databases such as Scopus, Web of Science, and Journal Storage (JSTOR). This
review reveals the dominance of studies from Asia and consistently treats CSR as an
independent variable linked to financial performance, stakeholder trust, and sustainability
outcomes. These findings suggest that CSR is applied differently across regions and sectors,
reflecting variations in regulatory environments and stakeholder expectations. These insights
highlight the strategic importance of CSR in promoting ethical businesses and sustainable
economic practices globally.
Keywords: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Sustainability, Stakeholder Trust, Financial
Performance, Strategic Management

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Published

2026-02-23

How to Cite

Marquez , M. C. (2026). A Systematic Literature Review of Corporate Social Responsibility . Lunday: Research Journal of the Graduate School of Bulacan State University, 7(1), 30. Retrieved from https://lunday.bulsu.edu.ph/index.php/lunday/article/view/118

Issue

Vol. 7 No. 1 (2025)

Section

Articles