Analyzing Royal Dutch Shell's Acquisition: Ethical Considerations

This research report examines the acquisition of Royal Dutch Shell, focusing on business ethics and corporate responsibility. The study explores the importance of ethical considerations and corporate social responsibility (CSR). The research methodology involves interpretivism, a deductive approach, and a quantitative method, utilizing both primary and secondary data sources. The report analyzes political and economic benefits, ethical perspectives, and the impact on the environment. The findings highlight the significance of ethical practices and CSR in business operations. Data was collected from 15 managers of Royal Dutch Shell. The research also identifies the ways through which corporate responsibilities and ethical aspects are maintained. The study is a valuable resource for understanding the ethical implications of business acquisitions and the importance of corporate responsibility in the oil and gas industry.

Research project

Aim of the research
The present research study has been made with the aim
of analyzing business aims and corporate
responsibilities of Royal Dutch Shell: A case study on
acquisition of Royal Dutch Shell of BG Group.

Objectives:
Research objectives have been developed for the purpose of
identifying the aspects that are important under research study.
To analyze the importance of business ethics and corporate
responsibilities.
To identify the benefits of takeover from political, economic and
ethical point of view.
To determine the ways through which corporate responsibilities and
ethical aspects are maintained.

Research Methodology
Research philosophy: Interpretivism philosophy
Research approach: Deductive approach
Research design: Quantitative method
Data collection: Primary and Secondary sources
Sampling: Random Sampling
Sample Size: 15 Managers of Royal Dutch Shell

Theme 1 Political benefits acquired after acquisition

Theme 2 Economic capability of the company has been
increased after takeover

Theme 3 Company is maintaining all ethical
perspectives

Theme 4 Major things included in the CSR
activities of business

Theme 5 Drilling and mining exploration activities affects
natural environment

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