ABSTRACT
The over-riding aim of this research work is to examine the effects of corporate social responsibility to the Nigerian economy, a case study of Cadbury Nigeria Plc, with a view to identifying ways and measures through which the effects of corporate social responsibility can be improved and effectiveness of this company in contributing to national development.
To effectively carry out this research, data was collected in form of questionnaire from respondents who are staff of Cadbury Nigeria Plc. Fifty (50) questionnaires were administered and the same number was returned. After critical analysis of the data collected, findings revealed that the effects of corporate social responsibility in the economy of Nigeria cannot be over emphasized in national development.
However, there is a crying need for an in-depth study into the quality, extent of corporate social responsibility disclosure and identification of areas for future improvement so that transparency can be ensured, especially in developing countries like Nigeria where CSR studies are limited. However, some studies have proved that there is positive association between profitability of firms and CSR expenditures (see Olayinka & Temitope 2011; Amole, Adebiyi & Awolaja, 2012), while some studies prove negative relationship (e.g Bessong & Tapang, 2012).
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title page
Declaration I
Certification II
Dedication III
Acknowledgement IV
Abstract V
Table of content VI
CHAPTER ONE
Introduction 1
Background of the study 2
Statement of the research problem 3
1.4 Purpose of the study 3
1.5 Significance of the study 4
1.6 Research questions 4
1.7 Research hypothesis 4
1.8 Scope and limitations of the study 5
1.9 Definition of terms 5
1.10 Historical background of Cadbury Nigeria Plc 6
CHAPTER TWO
LITERATURE REVIEW
2.1 Introduction 9
2.2 Concept of corporate social responsibility 10
2.3 Characteristics of CSR 12
2.4 Emergence of CSR in Nigeria 13
2.5 Challenges facing CSR in Nigeria 14
2.6 The roles of industries in national development 15
2.7 Supporting agencies for national development in Nigeria 17
2.8 Theoretical framework 20
CHAPTER THREE
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3.1 Introduction 24
3.2 Research design 24
Sources of data collection 24
Population of the study 25
Sampling size 25
3.5.2 Sampling techniques 25
Data collection instrument 26
Administration of data collection instrument 26
Limitations of the methodology 27
Validation and reliability of instruments 27
3.10 Method of data analysis 27
CHAPTER FOUR
DATA ANALYSIS PRESENTATION
Introduction 29
Analysis of respondents’ characteristics and classifications 29
Analysis of individual research statement 31
Test of hypothesis 39
4.5 Discussion of the findings 46
CHAPTER FIVE
SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
5.1 Summary of the findings 47
5.2 Conclusion 48
5.3 Recommendations 48
5.4 Suggestion for further study 49
Bibliography 50
Appendix
