Ethical Leadership and Social Responsibility in Organisational Managerial Practice

Abstrak

This article presents a conceptual review of ethical leadership and corporate social responsibility within managerial practice. It argues that ethical leadership cannot be reduced to individual integrity alone, but must be understood in relation to organisational structures, decision making processes, and patterns of interaction with stakeholders. The discussion explores how moral values such as honesty, fairness, and social concern are embedded in managerial choices regarding resource allocation, employee treatment, and engagement with communities and the environment. Particular attention is given to the alignment between formal policies, such as codes of conduct, and everyday leadership behaviour. The article highlights the need to integrate financial indicators with non financial criteria, including employee well being, environmental stewardship, and respect for human dignity. By synthesising key conceptual strands, the paper outlines a framework in which ethical leadership and corporate social responsibility are seen as mutually reinforcing dimensions that guide organisations towards morally accountable forms of governance and long term organisational legitimacy.