IGNOU MEDS-053 Assignment 2026-27
CSR Implementation
Last updated by IGNOU: 17 Sept 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 19 Oct 2026, 03:15 pm.
| Course code | MEDS-053 |
|---|---|
| Course title | CSR Implementation |
| Programme | Post Graduate Diploma and Master of Arts in Corporate Social Responsibility (PGDCSR/MACSR)MACSR, PGDCSR |
| School | School of Extension and Development Studies |
| Assignment code | ASSIGNMENT – 3 |
| Session | July 2026 & January 2027 Sessions |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) |
About the MEDS-053 assignment
The MEDS-053 assignment covers practical aspects of CSR implementation, including company selection considerations, inter-agency relationships, stakeholder synergy, alignment of company interests with practice, implementation challenges and sustainability reporting through the GRI framework.
There are five compulsory questions worth 20 marks each, making a total of 100 marks. Each answer should be around 600–800 words. The assignment must be handwritten and carries 30% weightage according to the official listing.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Discuss strategic and transactional considerations in a company's selection decision; the question does not specify what is being selected. |
| Q2 | 20 | Explain why inter-agency relationships matter in CSR implementation and identify factors that promote synergy among stakeholders. |
| Q3 | 20 | Describe steps that implementing agencies and companies can take to align company interests with practical implementation. |
| Q4 | 20 | Discuss the main difficulties encountered when implementing CSR initiatives. |
| Q5 | 20 | Explain the Global Reporting Initiative framework used for corporate sustainability reporting. |
This is a summary of each question. Download the official PDF above for the exact questions and word limits.
How to write and submit it
- Submit the latest assignment uploaded on the IGNOU website, regardless of your registration year or session.
- Answer all five questions, keeping each response around 600–800 words and marking it with the correct question number.
- Write the assignment in your own handwriting; only handwritten responses are accepted.
- Use plain or ruled A4 paper, write on both sides with margins, and securely tie the pages separately for each course.
Assignment details and PDFs come from IGNOU's official website; the guide is a summary of the official PDF. Always check the latest instructions and last dates on ignou.ac.in or with your Regional Centre before submitting.