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  • May 2015
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Walmart: Segmenting Social Impact

By: Michael E. Porter, Mark R. Kramer and Pamela Sud
  • Format:Print
  • | Language:English
  • | Pages:12
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Abstract

This case provides a sample of Walmart's social engagement activities and asks students to categorize each as philanthropy, corporate social responsibility, or creating shared value.

Keywords

Creating Shared Value; Society; Value Creation; Corporate Social Responsibility and Impact; Philanthropy and Charitable Giving

Citation

Porter, Michael E., Mark R. Kramer, and Pamela Sud. "Walmart: Segmenting Social Impact." Harvard Business School Teaching Note 715-436, May 2015.
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