Value-driven Thinking Framework for Developing Responsible Management Learning and Education Programs in Business Schools

Business schools need help to create appropriate programs for implementing concepts and principles of corporate social responsibility and sustainability. That is because there are not enough practical frameworks. This study presents a practical and adaptable framework for building Responsible Management Learning and Education (RMLE) programs in business schools. The study adopted a "value-driven thinking" oriented approach. The proposed framework is constructed around the interactions between the education and learning inputs (value stores) in phase one. This phase serves as the foundation for the framework. Phase two is the targeted learning outcomes (value promised to be delivered). Phase three deals with the learning and education process (value chain and value generation). Phase four deals with the actualized learning results, reporting, and feedback (or the value delivered). The proposed framework lays out a precise, flexible road map that business schools worldwide can use in various settings to create successful RMLE programs. The need for additional and future studies to examine the applicability and value of the framework in practical settings is urged. Keywords: Business school; Responsible Management Education; Education for Sustainability; Value-driven Thinking