Business Ethics - Moral Agent
Explain the responsibility of the corporation as a moral agent. Give examples of how a corporation can be considered a societal moral agent.
Explain the responsibility of the corporation as a moral agent. Give examples of how a corporation can be considered a societal moral agent.
What usefulness does ethics training have on workers ethical behavior? What should be included in an ethics training program? Please be specific.
How can whistle blowing be both a positive and/ or a negative situation for many individuals? What are your personal feelings about whistle blowers?
Q 1: What is a project portfolio management system? Describe the considerations for designing such a system. Q 2: Discuss the importance to fully integrate the WBS with the organization. In your estimation, what could happen if this integration does not take place? Q 3: Under what conditions would you consider using a responsi
What are the responsibilities of the board of directors? Please provide an example of a board of directors that did not meet its responsibilities.
Do you agree or disagree with the statement: "Acting ethically is a liberating and empowering experience." Why? Is it possible to live a fulfilled life without acting ethically? Why or why not?
PROBLEM 7-1. Decision Making and Ethics Joan Paxton, VP of marketing for Supertone Recording Equipment, has developed a marketing plan for presentation to the company's president. The plan calls for television ads, something the company has never used. As part of her presentation, she will indicate the impact of the TV ads
Discuss at least 5 of the 7 habits of strong ethical leaders. Use examples to support your answer.
Read a research report or case study on a current business issue. Topics may include the impact of the housing industry, business ethics, leadership, or your own interest. Carry out a content analysis on this report to determine its major priority and message. In your response, explain how you determined the priority and
1) Is misrepresentation in negotiations "O.K." as long as there is not an overt lie? Why? 2) Would you feel that you had been cheated if the other side didn't tell you? Or, would you kick yourself for not asking the question or knowing? 3) If you were going to reveal information, why would you reveal it? To be ethical? To
Leadership is a skill that is practiced and learned throughout the course of one's professional and personal life. It is the fundamental asset that incorporates innovative concepts within an organization's overall business structure, and facilitates the ethic behind teamwork within the realm of acceptable organizational behavio
General Electric Capital, a division of General Electric, uses long-term debt extensively. In early 2002, GE Capital issued $11 billion in long-term debt to investors, then within days filed legal documents to prepare for another $50 billion long-term debt issue. As a result of the $50 billion filing, the price of the initial $1
Business Ethics: The National Enquirer, Inc., is a Florida corporation with its principal place of business in Florida. It publishes the National Enquirer, a national weekly newspaper with a total circulation of more than 5 million copies. About 600,000 copies, almost twice the level in the next highest state, are sold in Califo
Citigroup's performance as of today. What is Citigroup's major ethical problem that has faced or currently facing? What kinds of ethical programs are already in place to insure Citigroup is in ethical compliance?
Most of you are aware of the phenomenon of motorists who intentionally break traffic laws on Texas highways. Take the infraction of speeding as an example. Referring to the 5 neutralization techniques presented in Ch. 17 of your reader, express 4 of them by hypothetical responses from speeders. For example, you could write the f
Describe why it is important that business people study business ethics? What are possible benefits to companies, individuals, society, and the world of business? Please explain. The response addresses the queries posted in 498 words with references.
What is the role of ethics in the workplace? What are some strategies for working with colleagues who may or may not subscribe to the same ethical standards as you? What is the role of a manager in promoting an ethical workplace? 221 words
What do ethics and ethical behavior have to do with finance?
What are the areas of responsibility under the IT function that should be segmented in large companies?
A Case of Freedom of Speech As E-Kin grew, CFO Trump could not effectively manage all of the financial and accounting needs of the organization. The company decided to create a Controller position to oversee internal accounting, financial reporting, and tax administration. Beth Bleedingheart was hired to fill the position.
1) ABC Inc. has the following information available for one of its divisions: Average operating assets $5,000,000 Return on investment (ROI) 40% Sales $8,000,000 If ABC requires a minimum return on its investments of 25%, what is their residual income? A)$1,950,000 B)$4,500,000 C)$6,750,000 D)
Jantzen Manufacturing Inc. operates the Patio Furniture Division as a profit center. Operating data for this division for the year ended December 31, 2008, are as shown below. Budget Difference from Budget Sales $2,500,000 $60,000 F Cost of goods sold Variable 1,300,000 41,000 F Control
What is an example of a potentially unethical accounting situation? Why is the situation unethical? What is meant by the statement, You cannot teach ethics? How do ethics affect the financial results of a company?
Debate the ethics of doing business in countries with totalitarian governments. Comment on opposing arguments, looking for holes and inconsistencies. Attempt to answer any arguments that are presented against your side of the argument.
The formulation and use of project planning documents, including the project charter, work breakdown structure, and linear responsibility matrix, can have long lasting implications through the life of a project. And yet, many projects are run without these project planning documents. Discuss the drawbacks of implementing a pro
Do you think most companies have and enforce a code of ethics? Explain why or why not.
Justice and Fairness Many sources, including the assigned text, observe that Justice essentially means Fairness Considering that everyone in our nation does not have guaranteed health care yet, analyze the following: - in what way(s) is the current system of health care "fair" or "just"? - in what way(s) is the cur
People who advocate virtue ethics often draw a distinction between what it means to be a virtuous human being and what it means to be virtuous within one of the many roles that we play in our lives (parents, employees, employers, soldiers, politicians). The first, the virtuous human, is the more general kind of virtuous person a
Scenario: Several years ago, Wilson Blowhard founded a communications company. The company became successful and grew by expanding its customer base and acquiring some of its competitors. In fact, most of its growth resulted from acquiring other companies. Mr. Blowhard is adamant about continuing the company's growth and inc
What are some cultural forces influencing the trend of lower levels of responsibility and accountability among American fathers. 1. Sex is viewed as recreation rather than as an integral part of the marriage relationship. I know it's an old fashioned view but that doesn't make it untrue. If sex is viewed as a part of the ma