With ‘green economy’, ‘sustainability’ and ‘responsible business’ becoming the new buzzwords, there is a greater need for academic research and publication to aid consultants and business students. The compilation entitled ‘Consulting for Business Sustainability’ edited by Chris Galena is such a book that aims to provide consultants with an understanding of current trends and relevant […]
Our Ramadan seems to be focused entirely on ourselves – our own exercise in self-control, our own spiritual growth, our effort in helping to alleviate the suffering and hunger of our own people. Our do good feel-good mentality stultifies at clothing, feeding, and providing education or healthcare. Once we’ve done our duty of doling out […]
Increasingly frustrated by hedonism and the selfishness of crass consumerism, people now want to have a goal in life that transcends them and reaches out to make a positive impact on society and environment. Wayne Visser’s research aims to study what helps us define our goals and motivates us to act respon-sibly for the benefit […]
The Hashimite rulers of Jordan, descendants of the famous Grand Sharif of Makkah, have played a pivotal role in recent history. Jordan, with its ancient ruins and rich cultural heritage, is situated in one of the most politically volatile areas of the world. Ever since the Balfour Declaration, it has faced a number of crises: […]
