Sustainability in Corporate Governance: Strategy, Practice and Prospect

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Guest Editor
Department of Finance, Accounting and Risk, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow G4 0BA, UK
Interests: corporate finance; mergers and acquisitions; corporate governance; ESG disclosures; gender diversity

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Department of Finance, Accounting and Risk, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow G4 0BA, UK
Interests: econometrics; quantitative risk modelling; big data and decision analytics; corporate finance; banking and financial service

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues, 

Call for Papers

The Administrative Sciences journal is pleased to announce a call for papers for a Special Issue focused on the intersection of corporate sustainability with corporate governance, digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI), and business intelligence (BI). This Special Issue seeks to explore how the synergies between these areas can be leveraged to achieve organisational, corporate, and financial sustainability, with the aim of offering valuable insights for academics, practitioners, and policymakers dedicated to fostering sustainable development. 

Scope and Topics

As the global economy faces unprecedented challenges, there is an urgent need for innovative solutions that can drive sustainable development and the digital transformation, AI, and BI are emerging as powerful tools that can enhance operational efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and foster sustainable business practices. We invite original research papers, case studies, and review articles that address, but are not limited to, the following topics: 

Digital Transformation and Sustainability:
  • Strategies for integrating digital technologies to enhance sustainability;
  • The impact of digital transformation on corporate governance and environmental practices;
  • Case studies of successful digital transformation initiatives in various industries. 

Corporate Sustainability:

  • The relationship between ESG scores and firm corporate governance mechanisms;
  • Digital strategies for achieving corporate social responsibility (CSR) goals;
  • The role of digital tools in enhancing stakeholder engagement and communication;
  • Innovative business models that promote economic and environmental sustainability. 

Artificial Intelligence and Business Optimisation:

  • AI-driven solutions for corporate monitoring and management;
  • Predictive analytics for resource optimisation;
  • AI applications in corporate decision making. 

We request that, prior to submitting a manuscript, interested authors initially submit a proposed title and an abstract of 200–500 words summarizing their intended contribution. Please send these to the Guest Editors or to the Administrative Sciences Editorial Office ([email protected]). Abstracts will be reviewed by the Guest Editors for the purposes of ensuring proper fit within the scope of the Special Issue and full manuscripts will undergo double-blind peer review.

Abstract Submission Deadline: 10 February 2025
Notification of Abstract Acceptance: 10 March 2025 

Dr. Sanjukta Brahma
Dr. Chioma Nwafor
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • corporate governance
  • corporate sustainability
  • financial sustainability
  • digital transformation
  • artificial intelligence (AI)
  • business intelligence (BI)

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Published Papers

This special issue is now open for submission, see below for planned papers.

Planned Papers

The below list represents only planned manuscripts. Some of these manuscripts have not been received by the Editorial Office yet. Papers submitted to MDPI journals are subject to peer-review.

Title: Digitising oversight: The impact of digital transformation on stakeholder engagement and operational efficiency at Nigerian Police Force Pensions Limited.

Abstract: This study examines the transformative impact of digital technology on pension administration at the Nigerian Police Force Pensions Limited (NPFPL), focusing on the enhancements in stakeholder engagement and operational efficiency. By integrating a bespoke mobile and web management information application, NPFPL has significantly streamlined its processes, allowing management and authorised stakeholders access to real-time data on customer pension accounts, fund investments, and Net Asset Value computations, amongst others. The significance of this digital shift extends beyond operational upgrades; it promotes greater transparency, accountability, and trust between the pension fund staff and management. This case study is grounded in the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), which posits that the perceived usefulness and ease of use influence stakeholders' acceptance of new technologies. This theoretical framework will guide the analysis of user adoption rates and satisfaction, providing insights into the broader implications of digital tools in public sector financial management. This research is particularly relevant to both the academic community and industry practitioners. It offers empirical evidence on the benefits and challenges of digital transformations in pension fund management institutions. The findings are expected to contribute to the literature on public administration and information systems, offering a roadmap for similar entities considering technological upgrades to enhance service delivery and stakeholder engagement.

Title: ESG and Firm Performance – Evidence from Africa

Abstract: Due to conflicting empirical findings from earlier research, the debate over the impact of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) on companies' financial performance remains unresolved, despite the significant increase in ESG disclosures and activities. This study examines the linear and nonlinear impact of ESG composite scores the firm performance of businesses across 17 African economies. The two-step system GMM estimator, which has strong standard errors, minimal sample size adjustments, and forward orthogonal deviations, is employed in this study. The findings of the study support the claim that there is a link between a company's financial performance and its overall ESG score.

Title: BOARD GENDER DIVERSITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL, AND GOVERNANCE (ESG) DISCLOSURE IN DEVELOPED COUNTRIES

Abstract: This paper examines the relationship between board gender diversity and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance in developed countries. Utilizing the ESG disclosure score provided by Bloomberg, the empirical analysis will be based on a sample of 246 firms across developed countries from 2012 to 2023. To address the endogeneity problem between board gender diversity and ESG disclosure, a dynamic panel regression method will be employed. We anticipate two primary outcomes: first, consistent with critical mass theory, we expect to find that firms with more than three female directors will exhibit a statistically significant relationship between board gender diversity and ESG performance. Second, we hypothesize that having a small number of women directors (one or two female directors), often referred to as token representation, will not lead to improved ESG performance. This study seeks to offer theoretical and empirical insights on gender diversity on corporate boards, emphasising its significance not only as an issue of equality and organisational fairness but also as a possible catalyst for organisational performance via effective governance.

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