HUMANIZED MANAGEMENT AND CONSCIOUS CAPITALISM IN ADMINISTRATION 5.0: PERCEPTIONS, PRACTICES AND ETHICAL IMPLICATIONS

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61164/yx7g6q98

Keywords:

Administration 5.0, Conscious capitalism, Corporate ethics, Humanized practices, Business sustainability

Abstract

This exploratory study investigates the perceptions and practices of conscious capitalism among professionals from various sectors in Brazil, focusing on Administration 5.0, which integrates advanced technology, sustainability, and human collaboration. The research was motivated by the need to understand how these practices are perceived and implemented in the Brazilian context, and what motivations and barriers organizations face. The sample consisted of 43 professionals, conveniently selected, covering variables such as gender, age group, employment status, and sector of activity. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire, specifically developed for this study, and quantitatively analyzed to identify significant patterns and correlations. The results indicate a growing awareness of conscious capitalism, with 53.49% of participants familiar with the concept. The majority of respondents (88.37%) believe that companies adopting conscious capitalism practices are more ethical. However, 46.51% of participants could not identify conscious capitalism practices in their organizations, suggesting a gap in internal communication. The main motivations for adopting these practices include a purpose beyond financial gain and the pursuit of socially beneficial impacts. The conclusions highlight the importance of humanized and ethical practices for business sustainability but also reveal challenges in the implementation and communication of these practices. Future research should expand the sample and include a greater diversity of sectors and regions for a more comprehensive understanding.

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Author Biography

  • João Pinheiro de Barros Neto, Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo (PUC-SP)
    Administrator, Specialist from FGV/SP, and Master, Doctor, and Post‑Doctor from PUC-SP, where he is also a professor and Vice‑Coordinator of the Business Administration Program. He has worked for more than four decades in People Management, with an emphasis on Leadership and the Development of Entrepreneurial Competencies. Author, coauthor, and editor of 75 books and e‑books, as well as numerous articles published and presented at national and international events. Recipient of awards and recognitions granted by several institutions, such as the Brazilian Leadership Association (ABL), LinkedIn, Anjos do Brasil, Tilibra/Enactus, among others. He understands that engagement has nothing to do with overloaded people, nor productivity with mere busyness, as work is about delivery and results. He believes that inspired people, humanized leadership, and collaborative environments are the foundation for transforming realities and creating more innovative, ethical, and sustainable futures.
    www.linkedin.com/in/professorbarros

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Published

2026-01-30

How to Cite

HUMANIZED MANAGEMENT AND CONSCIOUS CAPITALISM IN ADMINISTRATION 5.0: PERCEPTIONS, PRACTICES AND ETHICAL IMPLICATIONS. (2026). Revista Multidisciplinar Do Nordeste Mineiro, 1(03), 1-35. https://doi.org/10.61164/yx7g6q98