Ethical Challenge in Financial Reporting of Multinational Corporations

By Dr. Matthew Adedoyin Oguntade

The book offered valuable insight into the research by first explaining the importance of ethical financial disclosures for multinational corporations (MNCS). It emphasized the global collaboration reflected in policies and institutional practices across different operational regions. Using a qualitative approach, the book explored key ethical dilemmas finance professionals face during disclosure practices and highlighted the major factors influencing ethical conduct in this area. The study was structured around four research questions focused on cultural influences, organizational behavior, regulatory challenges, and the need for universal ethical standards. It relied on institutional theory to examine how (MNCS) manage conflicting pressures from global and local institutions, which often lead to ethical tensions. The book also addressed potential limitations, such as methodological challenges, limited sample sizes, access to reliable data, and geographical constraints. In addition, it outlined key assumptions related to philosophical foundations, participant perspectives, data credibility, and the operational realities of mncs. It clearly defined essential terms from institutional theory, financial reporting, business ethics, and qualitative research methods. By identifying knowledge gaps and integrating diverse strands of literature, the book strengthened the theoretical and empirical base of the qualitative study. This supported a deeper understanding of the ethical complexities and institutional conflicts that affect financial reporting practices in multinational corporations.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F5L6FM84
• ISBN13: 9798319483072
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 164 Pages
• Dimensions: 11.0" x 0.6" x 8.3"