Social Audit

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Definition: Social Audit


Social Audit

Quick Summary of Social Audit


An audit of the impact of an organisation on society.




What is the dictionary definition of Social Audit?

Dictionary Definition


A social audit is an audit of the impact of an organisation on society.

For example: an environmental audit is one form of social audit.


Synonyms For Social Audit


social accountability, social control, social reporting, social balance, social oversight


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Social Audit are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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