Ethics at Work (NetEffect Series)
Published on 5. April 2004
Book
Paperback/Softback
112 pages
978-0-13-045031-9 (ISBN)
Description
This easy-to-understand book presents insightful discussion of practical business issues in today?s workplace. KEY TOPICS: It contains numerous examples, and real-world case studies and questions that illustrate dilemmas learners can practice resolving. MARKET: For any and all professionals focused on ethics in business.
Reviews / Votes
"This book reassures the reader that ethical decisions require judgment (there is no recipe) and therefore are inherently messy . . . . Despite the inherent messiness, some ethical decisions are better than others and the choices affect who we are/become." - Michael Moch"The style of this book is straightforward and easy to read." - William Tita
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Content
I. THINKING ABOUT ETHICS IN THE CONTEXT OF BUSINESS.
1. Theory and Practice.
2. Values and Principles.
3. Sources of Influence.
4. Ethical Judgments.
5. Justification, Rationalization, and the Analysis of Moral Choices.
6. Guidelines for Decision Making.
7. Individual Traits and Character.
8. Corporate Character and the Role of Leadership.
II. CASE STUDIES.
Introduction to Case Studies.
"Conflicting Loyalties."
"Good Consequences."
"Inside Knowledge."
"The Game."
"Padding."
"Local Customs."
"Directors Debate."
"Expenses."
"Taking Advantage."
1. Theory and Practice.
2. Values and Principles.
3. Sources of Influence.
4. Ethical Judgments.
5. Justification, Rationalization, and the Analysis of Moral Choices.
6. Guidelines for Decision Making.
7. Individual Traits and Character.
8. Corporate Character and the Role of Leadership.
II. CASE STUDIES.
Introduction to Case Studies.
"Conflicting Loyalties."
"Good Consequences."
"Inside Knowledge."
"The Game."
"Padding."
"Local Customs."
"Directors Debate."
"Expenses."
"Taking Advantage."