The impact of corporate social responsibility dimensions on sustainable competitive advantage in Lafarge Holcim M’Sila

Authors

  • Zemouri Imane University of M’sila, Algeria
  • Abdel Aalim Bachiri University of Algiers 3, Algeria

Keywords:

Social Responsibility, Economic Responsibility, Legal Responsibility, Ethical Responsibility, Charitable Responsibility, Sustainable Competitive Advantage

Abstract

This study aimed to highlight the impact of the dimensions of corporate social responsibility on sustainable competitive advantage by applying them to Lafarge Holcim in M'sila. To achieve the study's objectives, a descriptive methodology was employed. Primary data were collected using a specially designed questionnaire, distributed to executives within the Lafarge Holcim institution. Their opinions were analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS.V25). The study revealed several key findings, including the significance that Lafarge Holcim in M'sila attaches to the dimensions of corporate social responsibility. The results of the causal relationship test indicated a statistically significant impact of the three social responsibility dimensions (economic, legal, and ethical responsibility) on sustainable competitive advantage. However, there was no statistically significant effect of philanthropic responsibility on sustainable competitive advantage in the studied company.

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Published

2025-10-24

How to Cite

Imane, Z., & Bachiri, A. A. (2025). The impact of corporate social responsibility dimensions on sustainable competitive advantage in Lafarge Holcim M’Sila. International Journal of Economic Perspectives, 19(10), 200–216. Retrieved from http://ijeponline.org/index.php/journal/article/view/1200

Issue

Vol. 19 No. 10 (2025)

Section

Peer Review Articles
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