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What is a potential consequence of unethical behavior in businesses?
What is a potential consequence of unethical behavior in businesses?
- Enhanced company reputation
- Financial and marketing risk (correct)
- Improved employee morale
- Increased consumer trust
Which of the following statements best describes the impact of ethical failures?
Which of the following statements best describes the impact of ethical failures?
- They can have immediate and isolated consequences.
- They only affect the individuals directly involved.
- They primarily impact community relations.
- They can affect a wide range of stakeholders. (correct)
What aspect is included in the model of ethical decision-making?
What aspect is included in the model of ethical decision-making?
- Understanding the facts of the situation (correct)
- Seeking public approval
- Ignoring personal biases
- Determining personal beliefs
How can ethical behavior influence a firm's operations?
How can ethical behavior influence a firm's operations?
What was one of the significant impacts of Enron's unethical practices?
What was one of the significant impacts of Enron's unethical practices?
What is the primary focus of utilitarianism in the workplace?
What is the primary focus of utilitarianism in the workplace?
What does principles-based ethics emphasize in the employer-employee relationship?
What does principles-based ethics emphasize in the employer-employee relationship?
How does due process relate to employee rights in the workplace?
How does due process relate to employee rights in the workplace?
Which of the following accurately describes employment at will?
Which of the following accurately describes employment at will?
What fundamental issue arises from a lack of job security for employees?
What fundamental issue arises from a lack of job security for employees?
What is the primary concern of utilitarianism in the context of business ethics?
What is the primary concern of utilitarianism in the context of business ethics?
What is a limitation of utilitarianism as mentioned in the content?
What is a limitation of utilitarianism as mentioned in the content?
What might be a negative effect of the government bailout of the auto industry?
What might be a negative effect of the government bailout of the auto industry?
In the context of free market economics, what is the primary goal of businesses?
In the context of free market economics, what is the primary goal of businesses?
Which of the following describes a key question in utilitarian ethics regarding the means of achieving an end?
Which of the following describes a key question in utilitarian ethics regarding the means of achieving an end?
What was the approximate cost of the bailout for the US auto industry?
What was the approximate cost of the bailout for the US auto industry?
Which stakeholder group was NOT directly impacted by the US auto industry bailout?
Which stakeholder group was NOT directly impacted by the US auto industry bailout?
What does free market economics aim to achieve?
What does free market economics aim to achieve?
What is the main premise of the integrative model of CSR?
What is the main premise of the integrative model of CSR?
What does enlightened self-interest in CSR suggest?
What does enlightened self-interest in CSR suggest?
What risk does 'greenwashing' pose to companies practicing CSR?
What risk does 'greenwashing' pose to companies practicing CSR?
Which of the following is NOT a method to encourage companies to engage in more CSR?
Which of the following is NOT a method to encourage companies to engage in more CSR?
What is a potential argument against CSR?
What is a potential argument against CSR?
How can consumers influence corporate behavior related to CSR?
How can consumers influence corporate behavior related to CSR?
Which of the following best describes social enterprises?
Which of the following best describes social enterprises?
What role does ethical leadership play in CSR?
What role does ethical leadership play in CSR?
What is subliminal advertising primarily intended to do?
What is subliminal advertising primarily intended to do?
Which practice is considered ethically improper in advertising?
Which practice is considered ethically improper in advertising?
What does the term 'dependence effect' refer to in advertising?
What does the term 'dependence effect' refer to in advertising?
What does consumer vulnerability signify in the context of marketing?
What does consumer vulnerability signify in the context of marketing?
What is a primary function of the Advertising Standards Authority of Singapore (ASAS)?
What is a primary function of the Advertising Standards Authority of Singapore (ASAS)?
Which of the following could be an example of stealth marketing?
Which of the following could be an example of stealth marketing?
What should the Singapore Code of Advertising Practices (SCAP) ensure about advertisements?
What should the Singapore Code of Advertising Practices (SCAP) ensure about advertisements?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of ethical advertising?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of ethical advertising?
How does advertising shape consumer culture according to ethical perspectives?
How does advertising shape consumer culture according to ethical perspectives?
What can be understood by 'disguised advertisements'?
What can be understood by 'disguised advertisements'?
Study Notes
Utilitarianism
- Utilitarianism aims to maximize overall good
- Free market economics is a key component
- Businesses should maximize profits to ensure efficient allocation of resources
- Public policy should be used to predict and maximize the overall good
- Issues with utilitarianism include difficulties in quantifying and comparing consequences (e.g., happiness, health) and concerns about the distribution of benefits
Case Study: Bailout of the US Auto Industry
- The US government bailed out the Big Three automakers in 2009 to prevent bankruptcy
- Stakeholders involved included the government, taxpayers, auto companies, employees, suppliers, and consumers
- The bailout cost the government 49.5billion,but49.5 billion, but 49.5billion,but39 billion was recouped
- The bailout was intended to save 1.9 million jobs and support economic growth
Business Ethics
- Ethical failures are business failures, potentially leading to bankruptcy, fraud, boycotts, and reputational damage
- Ethical behavior can foster trust, loyalty, commitment, and creativity within organizations
- Model of ethical decision-making:
- Determine the facts
- Consider utilitarian and principles-based ethics
- Treat employees fairly and with due process
- Ensure employees have protections against arbitrary use of authority
CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility)
- Integrative model of CSR combines social and economic goals
- Enlightened self-interest suggests that CSR benefits society and the business
- CSR can enhance a business's reputation and secure its place in society
- Concerns about CSR:
- Companies may not voluntarily engage in CSR
- Government regulation, civil society, and consumers can encourage CSR
Ethics and Environment
- Environmental ethics focus on responsible stewardship of natural resources
- Marketing practices can be ethically questionable when:
- Targeting vulnerable populations
- Utilizing subliminal advertising
- Employing stereotypes and prejudices
Consumer Autonomy
- Advertising can shape culture and individuals
- The dependence effect suggests that consumer demand is created by producers
- Advertising and marketing can create irrational wants and distort the economy
- Vulnerable populations require special consideration in marketing, ensuring informed consent
Ethics in Technology
- Privacy concerns are heightened in the digital age
- Unauthorised use of online information for hiring decisions is unethical
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This quiz explores the principles of utilitarianism and its application in public policy and business ethics. Specifically, it examines the US government bailout of the auto industry in 2009, including its economic implications and ethical considerations. Test your knowledge on maximizing overall good and the impact of ethical actions in business operations.
