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Managing Corruption Risks: Swedish Companies Beyond Borders

Jobenius, Sofia LU and Helander Stigsson, Matilda (2025) EOSK12 20251
Department of Economic History
Abstract
This study examines effective strategies for Swedish multinational companies to manage corruption risks in high-risk markets. Using Scania as a case study, it explores the gap between formal anti-corruption policies and actual practices, and the role of post-scandal reforms and NGOs, particularly Transparency International, in shaping corporate responses. While Swedish companies perform well domestically, they often struggle to uphold the same transparency standards in high-risk foreign environments. Key findings show that effective internal compliance and stakeholder engagement help curb foreign bribery. Though challenging to implement, collective action remains the most impactful long-term approach.
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author
Jobenius, Sofia LU and Helander Stigsson, Matilda
supervisor
organization
course
EOSK12 20251
year
type
M2 - Bachelor Degree
subject
keywords
Corruption, Management, Swedish Organisations, International Operations, Ethics, Compliance, Transparency International
language
English
id
9205891
date added to LUP
2025-08-18 10:48:45
date last changed
2025-08-18 10:48:45
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  author       = {{Jobenius, Sofia and Helander Stigsson, Matilda}},
  language     = {{eng}},
  note         = {{Student Paper}},
  title        = {{Managing Corruption Risks: Swedish Companies Beyond Borders}},
  year         = {{2025}},
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