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A company requires employees to entertain clients but does not reimburse them. Which layer of business ethics does this primarily affect?
A company requires employees to entertain clients but does not reimburse them. Which layer of business ethics does this primarily affect?
- Industry
- Organizational
- Societal
- Individual (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a common rationalization used to justify unethical behavior?
Which of the following is NOT a common rationalization used to justify unethical behavior?
- We were just following orders
- Everyone does it
- It directly causes harm to others (correct)
- It's a well-established practice
What does the 'front page of the newspaper test' primarily evaluate?
What does the 'front page of the newspaper test' primarily evaluate?
- The balance of interests involved in a decision
- The public perception of an action (correct)
- The legality of an action
- The personal feelings about making a decision
Which of these scenarios best exemplifies the 'Bethshemas syndrome'?
Which of these scenarios best exemplifies the 'Bethshemas syndrome'?
Which ethical framework is primarily concerned with actions that produce the greatest good for the greatest number of people?
Which ethical framework is primarily concerned with actions that produce the greatest good for the greatest number of people?
What is the primary ethical consideration highlighted by the example of a man forcing a doctor to perform surgery on his wife?
What is the primary ethical consideration highlighted by the example of a man forcing a doctor to perform surgery on his wife?
Which question best reflects the core of Laura Nash's approach to ethical decision-making?
Which question best reflects the core of Laura Nash's approach to ethical decision-making?
According to the concept of the Categorical Imperative, as proposed by Immanuel Kant, what should be the primary motivation for ethical actions?
According to the concept of the Categorical Imperative, as proposed by Immanuel Kant, what should be the primary motivation for ethical actions?
Which ethical perspective suggests that what is considered right or wrong can vary depending on cultural or situational contexts?
Which ethical perspective suggests that what is considered right or wrong can vary depending on cultural or situational contexts?
An employee is caught downloading pirated music on company WiFi. According to the content, what is this an example of?
An employee is caught downloading pirated music on company WiFi. According to the content, what is this an example of?
What is a central tenet of Virtue Ethics?
What is a central tenet of Virtue Ethics?
A company making employees hit under certain hours or else they have to offer them benefits would primarily be classified under which layer of business ethics?
A company making employees hit under certain hours or else they have to offer them benefits would primarily be classified under which layer of business ethics?
Which ethical framework prioritizes individual self-interest as the basis for moral action?
Which ethical framework prioritizes individual self-interest as the basis for moral action?
Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies an ethical dilemma related to 'giving or allowing false impressions'?
Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies an ethical dilemma related to 'giving or allowing false impressions'?
Which concept is characterized by the question, 'What standards would you set if no rules were attached?'
Which concept is characterized by the question, 'What standards would you set if no rules were attached?'
According to Robert Nozick's Rights Theory, what is a core principle?
According to Robert Nozick's Rights Theory, what is a core principle?
Flashcards
Ethical Egoism
Ethical Egoism
The belief that everyone should act in their own self-interest.
Utilitarianism
Utilitarianism
A moral framework that emphasizes the consequences of actions. It aims to maximize happiness for the greatest number of people.
Categorical Imperative
Categorical Imperative
A universal moral principle that states: "Act only according to that maxim whereby you can at the same time will that it should become a universal law."
Virtue Ethics
Virtue Ethics
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Ethical Norms
Ethical Norms
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Ethical Thought
Ethical Thought
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Rights Theory
Rights Theory
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Honesty
Honesty
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Ethical Dilemma
Ethical Dilemma
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Rationalization
Rationalization
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Bethshemas Syndrome
Bethshemas Syndrome
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Above all, do no harm
Above all, do no harm
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Front Page of the Newspaper Test
Front Page of the Newspaper Test
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Organizational Ethical Leadership
Organizational Ethical Leadership
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Forced Overtime
Forced Overtime
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Company Culture and Ethics
Company Culture and Ethics
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Study Notes
Ethical Values and Norms
- Ethical Values: Honesty, responsibility, equity, transparency, citizenship
- Ethical Norms: Do not harm, maintain integrity, embrace ethical values
- Ethical Theories:
- Divine Command Theory: Decisions based on divine will
- Natural Law: Moral principles inherent in nature
- Ethical Egoism: Focus on self-interest (Ann)
- Hobbesian: Focus on self-interest
- Utilitarian Theory (Jeremy Bentham, John Stuart Mill): Maximize good for the greatest number
- Categorical Imperative (Immanuel Kant): Act according to principles that could be universal laws; right action regardless of consequences; doing the right thing for the right reason.
- Contractarianism & Justice (John Locke, John Rawls): Focus on societal contracts and fairness to all
- Rights Theory (Robert Nozick): Inherent rights of all individuals.
- Moral Relativism: Ethics vary by time and place
- Virtue Ethics (Solomon): Focus on character traits
Ethical Dilemmas
- Types of Dilemmas:
- Taking what's not yours
- Lying
- Giving false impressions
- Conflict of interest
- Hiding/divulging information
- Taking unfair advantage
- Time theft
- Personal decadence
- Interpersonal abuse
- Organizational abuse
- Violating rules (e.g., sales positions, dress code)
- Condoning unethical actions
- Examples: embezzlement, lying on a resume, unethical marketing.
- Ethical Dilemmas in International Commerce:
- Bribery differences between countries
- Company-required client entertainment (not reimbursed)
- Examples: Phil Mickelson (tournament), Tyler, the Creator (Lollapalooza)
- Resolving Ethical Dilemmas (Strategies to Avoid):
- Rationalizations: (Everyone does it, it's always been done this way, etc.)
- Waiting to see what legal team will say
- Call actions by another name
- Misinterpretation (of what is truly happening)
Ethical Decision-Making Frameworks
- Kenneth Blanchard and Norman Vincent Peale:
- Is it legal?
- Is it balanced?
- How does it make you feel?
- Dr. Peter Drucker: Above all do no harm.
- Warren Buffet: Front page of the newspaper test
- Laura Nash:
- Define the problem accurately
- Take the other perspective
- Understand how it happened
- Understand your intent
- Identify potential injuries from this decision
- Discuss with affected parties
- Be confident in your decision
- Be able to disclose
- What is the symbolic potential?
- Understand the conditions of your stance
Layers of Business Ethics
- Individual Level: Expense account misuse
- Organizational Level: YMCA membership for parking lot usage
- Industry Level: Employee poaching, unfair overtime expectations
- Societal Level:
- Military leadership training, Bethshemas syndrome (isolating oneself from dissent, thinking you are above the rules)
- Penn State & UNC cases (athletic training/athlete cheating)
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