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What is the primary goal of a business, according to the text?
What is the primary goal of a business, according to the text?
What is the relationship between personal ethics and business ethics, according to the text?
What is the relationship between personal ethics and business ethics, according to the text?
Which of these is NOT mentioned as an area of ethical consideration in the text?
Which of these is NOT mentioned as an area of ethical consideration in the text?
How does an individual's pursuit of excellence impact their work life?
How does an individual's pursuit of excellence impact their work life?
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What is the driving force behind an individual's pursuit of happiness, according to the text?
What is the driving force behind an individual's pursuit of happiness, according to the text?
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What is the connection between a company's culture and its ethical behavior, according to the text?
What is the connection between a company's culture and its ethical behavior, according to the text?
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What does the term 'eudaimonia' refer to in the context of the text?
What does the term 'eudaimonia' refer to in the context of the text?
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How can business contribute to the realization of the 'common good'?
How can business contribute to the realization of the 'common good'?
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What aspect of ethics does Aristotle emphasize?
What aspect of ethics does Aristotle emphasize?
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Which question is central to the study of ethics?
Which question is central to the study of ethics?
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What defines a moral act in ethics?
What defines a moral act in ethics?
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How do ancient ethical theories differ from modern ethical theories?
How do ancient ethical theories differ from modern ethical theories?
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What is a primary focus of ethics as stated in the content?
What is a primary focus of ethics as stated in the content?
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What do act-centered theories in ethics primarily examine?
What do act-centered theories in ethics primarily examine?
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According to the content, what is one outcome of engaging with ethics?
According to the content, what is one outcome of engaging with ethics?
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Why is the context of actions important in ethical enquiry?
Why is the context of actions important in ethical enquiry?
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What is the primary focus of Marta Rocchi's academic specialization?
What is the primary focus of Marta Rocchi's academic specialization?
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Which title is associated with the work edited by J.A. Mercado?
Which title is associated with the work edited by J.A. Mercado?
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Who is the author known for translating 'The Perspective of Morality'?
Who is the author known for translating 'The Perspective of Morality'?
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In what capacity has Marta Rocchi contributed to the Hoffman Center for Business Ethics?
In what capacity has Marta Rocchi contributed to the Hoffman Center for Business Ethics?
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Which university did Marta Rocchi earn her PhD from?
Which university did Marta Rocchi earn her PhD from?
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Which publication format does the work 'Handbook of Virtue Ethics in Business and Management' belong to?
Which publication format does the work 'Handbook of Virtue Ethics in Business and Management' belong to?
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What is the main area of research for the Irish Institute of Digital Business?
What is the main area of research for the Irish Institute of Digital Business?
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Which ethical framework is primarily discussed in the work of A.J.G. Sison and others?
Which ethical framework is primarily discussed in the work of A.J.G. Sison and others?
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According to Aristotle's perspective on virtue and vice, what practice leads to becoming a virtuous individual?
According to Aristotle's perspective on virtue and vice, what practice leads to becoming a virtuous individual?
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What type of actions does ethics primarily focus on, as discussed in the text?
What type of actions does ethics primarily focus on, as discussed in the text?
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Which of the following questions IS NOT specifically mentioned as a core question explored in the history of philosophy?
Which of the following questions IS NOT specifically mentioned as a core question explored in the history of philosophy?
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The text uses the example of a conversation between a father and his son in a supermarket to illustrate what point about ethics?
The text uses the example of a conversation between a father and his son in a supermarket to illustrate what point about ethics?
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The term "acts of man" refers to actions that are...
The term "acts of man" refers to actions that are...
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What is the primary purpose of the example about deciding whether to breathe or not?
What is the primary purpose of the example about deciding whether to breathe or not?
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According to the content, what is the connection between ethics and philosophy?
According to the content, what is the connection between ethics and philosophy?
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Based on the provided content, what does the phrase “Ethics is part of philosophy” suggest?
Based on the provided content, what does the phrase “Ethics is part of philosophy” suggest?
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According to Sison, Beabout and Ferrero, what distinguishes virtue ethics from deontology?
According to Sison, Beabout and Ferrero, what distinguishes virtue ethics from deontology?
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How does virtue ethics differ from utilitarianism in its perspective on rules?
How does virtue ethics differ from utilitarianism in its perspective on rules?
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What does Aristotle consider to be the foundation of virtue?
What does Aristotle consider to be the foundation of virtue?
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How does the Greek term "arête" relate to the concept of "virtue"?
How does the Greek term "arête" relate to the concept of "virtue"?
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What implication does the Latin term "virtus" hold for the concept of virtue?
What implication does the Latin term "virtus" hold for the concept of virtue?
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According to the passage, how is a virtuous person recognized in a community?
According to the passage, how is a virtuous person recognized in a community?
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What is the key idea conveyed by the terms "arête" and "virtus" in relation to virtue?
What is the key idea conveyed by the terms "arête" and "virtus" in relation to virtue?
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How does Alasdair MacIntyre's work contribute to the current understanding of virtue ethics?
How does Alasdair MacIntyre's work contribute to the current understanding of virtue ethics?
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How is the concept of "flourishing" related to the Aristotelian concept of "eudaimonia"?
How is the concept of "flourishing" related to the Aristotelian concept of "eudaimonia"?
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According to the passage, what is the primary focus of the concept of "flourishing"?
According to the passage, what is the primary focus of the concept of "flourishing"?
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What is the significance of the phrase "Personal Flourishing" as mentioned in the passage?
What is the significance of the phrase "Personal Flourishing" as mentioned in the passage?
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How does the passage connect the concept of "flourishing" to the idea of ethics in the field of business?
How does the passage connect the concept of "flourishing" to the idea of ethics in the field of business?
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According to the passage, what was the main reason for the revival of virtue ethics in the latter half of the 20th century?
According to the passage, what was the main reason for the revival of virtue ethics in the latter half of the 20th century?
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What is the relevance of Thomas Aquinas to the discussion of Aristotle's concept of "eudaimonia"?
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Which aspect of "eudaimonia" is considered the most important according to the passage?
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What role does the passage suggest that "flourishing" plays in the development of a person?
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Study Notes
Business Ethics
- This book is "A Path to Excellence for Business Students", written by Marta Rocchi, PhD in 2023.
- The book is a study guide/textbook on business ethics.
- It covers philosophical frameworks for business ethics, including defining ethics, different ethical theories (deontological, consequentialism, utilitarianism, and virtue ethics), and their application to everyday business life.
- The book intends to aid business students with the terminology and fundamental business ethics concepts.
- It includes a table of contents, chapter 1 and sub-chapters like what does ethics mean to you?, defining ethics, practical aspects of ethics, ethical perspectives, and deontological ethics.
- The text emphasizes the philosophical and practical aspects of ethics, covering definitions and practical applications.
- Ethics is defined as a “philosophical and practical study of human acts and behaviour”.
- It explores various concepts such as the trolley dilemma.
- It suggests that ethics are essential for human flourishing and excellence.
- The book's author is Marta Rocchi, PhD, and affiliated with DCU Business School.
Table of Contents
- This book covers philosophical frameworks for business ethics.
- It includes chapters about different ethical theories and their applications.
Chapter 1: Philosophical Frameworks for Business Ethics
- Introduces philosophical foundations of business ethics.
- Addresses concrete applications of business ethics in daily business life.
- Outlines what students will learn in the chapter.
- Defines what ethics means to students in a class brainstorming session.
- Details the history and definition of ethics.
- Distinguishes ethics as a field of study from moral experience.
- Explains the practical aspect of ethics as a "guide for human excellence."
- Discusses whether all actions are free (with explanation of acts of man).
- Addresses Ethics in the context of our lives.
- Examines different perspectives on human actions.
- Introduces Deontological, Consequentialist, and Utilitarian, theories along with Virtue ethics.
- Includes different examples for each theory.
Deontological Ethics
- Focuses on duty or rules
- Introduces the categorical imperative (act only on a maxim that you can will to become a universal law) and the humanity formula (act so that you treat humanity, in your own person or in the person of any other, always at the same time as an end, never merely as a means).
- Argues that these are essential for moral evaluation.
Consequentialism and Utilitarianism
- Focuses on the consequences of actions.
- Utilitarianism, a prominent strain in consequentialism, emphasizes maximizing happiness for the greatest number.
- Discusses the Principle of Utility: act so as to produce the greatest good to the greatest number.
- Examines the limitations of applying the utility principle.
- Presents the Trolley Dilemma as an illustration of the potential problematic consequences of applying the principle of utility.
Virtue Ethics
- Focuses on the character of the person acting.
- Highlights "eudaimonia" (flourishing, well-being) as the ultimate good.
- Discusses how virtues are developed through habits, and what they are.
- Includes the doctrine of the mean, which asserts that virtues are situated between extremes.
Ethics as a Guide to Human Excellence
- Connects the different ethical theories to improve human excellence.
Summary of Personal, Business, and Social Ethics
- Provides a table summarizing the main concepts of personal, business and social ethics, with respective reasons, descriptions, context and academic fields.
Review of Chapter 1
- Outlines the takeaways from the chapter, highlighting how to define, and critically examine ethics across different contexts.
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Explore the key concepts of business ethics with this quiz based on the textbook 'A Path to Excellence for Business Students' by Marta Rocchi. Delve into philosophical frameworks, ethical theories, and their applications in the business world. This quiz will enhance your understanding of ethics in a practical context.