Ethics

The purpose of the final paper is to provide an opportunity for you to apply the principles of professional responsibility to an actual, specific business situation. Choose a situation with which you have first-hand familiarity. You may have been a major or minor actor in the situation, or a witness. The situation should raise ethical and/or legal issues. It would not be appropriate to analyze a situation if you were not in a position to observe it directly.  Systematically and critically analyze the situation using relevant concepts from the course, and reflect on its significance for you as a business professional.  Structure your paper as follows: Context: Describe the context within which the situation arose, including the industry, business practices, and other relevant factors, including team dynamics, personalities, etc. Make it detailed and rich enough to provide a clear sense of the ethical and/or legal dilemma(s) (500-1000 words max). Analysis: Analyze the dilemma using the course readings. Apply methods of philosophical, psychological, and legal reasoning to the situation and examine the results of this application. Ultimately, what do you think is/was the ethical course of action given the situation? (2000-3000 words). Resolution & Recommendation:  Describe how the situation was actually resolved. How does the resolution relate to your analysis (immediately above)? If it was not actually resolved then what are the possible options and the pros and cons of each option? What significance does this dilemma and your response to it have for you as a business professional? Finally, how might this dilemma/situation have been avoided or mitigated by better ethical design of the organization? Criteria for Review Evaluation: good performance (hence a good grade) consists of systematically and critically analyzing the situation using relevant concepts and methods from the course, and reflecting on its significance for you as a business professional.  3000-4000 words not including footnotes (approx 8-12 pages) Cite at least 5 relevant sources from the course materials using footnotes Put course concepts in bold.

The organization  Family/ Marriage Therapist is asking you to present an action plan to ensure compliance with ethical standards. Considering this request, develop an action plan based on a target ethical area. The plan needs to include the following: Identify the current ethical standards or code of ethics of your organization. Provide a brief synopsis about the main points stated in the ethical code. Use it as a the tool for creating the action plan. Propose  the goals for your plan. Indicate the various ways and methods you would  use to disseminate ethical standards in your organization.  Include one example of a resource, tool  (flyer, message, poster, etc.) you would use to promote ethics in your      organization. Describe how ethical behaviors and practices will be measured in meaningful  and practical ways (What will evidence adherence to ethical standards?). Clearly state how a leader in an organization might use those measures. Provide a list of suggested references and materials (at least five) a leader      would use to support ongoing knowledge on ethics.

This second written assignment is a four-part exercise comprised of the following sections: Ethical Question Introduction Explanation of the Ethical Theory Application of the Ethical Theory For sections (1) and (2) revise and expand on what you did in the first assignment. Sections (3) and (4) are new. The main purpose of this paper is to define the nature and scope of the ethical theory in a way that shows how the core principle(s) of that theory lead to a specific moral conclusion on your ethical question. Another way to think of this is to explain how someone who is fully committed to the moral reasoning of the ethical theory would answer your ethical question (even if it is not necessarily how you would answer the question). The assignment should be 900 to 1,000 words, written in essay form with clearly labeled sections as indicated below, and include a title page and reference page.   Part 1: Ethical Question State the ethical question beneath this heading. This question should be on the same topic as the question presented in the week one assignment, and if necessary, revised based on your instructor’s comments and the additional insight and information you have gained from research on the topic. If you would like to switch topics, you should first consult with your instructor. Place your ethical question beneath the Part 1: Ethical Question heading.   Part 2: Introduction Provide an introduction to the topic and question. This should be revised and expanded from the Week 1 Introduction in light of your instructor’s comments and the additional insight and information you have gained from research on the topic. For instance, you may find that your original ideas about the issue have changed and clarified, that the focus of the ethical question has shifted or become more specific, and/or that there are important background and contextual details that need to be explained. The revised introduction should reflect your additional thinking on the scope and significance of the ethical issue, and address any feedback provided by your instructor. The introduction should be at least 300 words in one or two paragraphs. Place the introduction material under the Part 2: Introduction heading.   Part 3: Explanation of the Ethical Theory Ethical theories provide accounts of how to reason well about moral questions and of what justifies answers to those questions. In this section of the paper, you will discuss either the ethical theory of utilitarianism, deontology, or virtue ethics. You should not discuss your topic in this section, but focus only on the ethical theory. The discussion should include the following elements: A brief account of the historical background of the theory and the philosopher(s) associated with it. An explanation of the core moral principle of the theory, or if there is more than one, the principle that you will focus on in applying that theory to your question. A brief, general explanation of how the theory and its core moral principle applies to moral questions, using an example different from the issue that is the main focus of your paper. (For example, if your focus is on how deontology applies to using animals in medical research, you could explain Kant’s moral theory by discussing how it would apply to an issue like lying for the sake of the greater good.) This section should focus only on the ethical theory. For instance, if you are discussing physician-assisted suicide from a utilitarian perspective, this section should only discuss utilitarianism in general terms; you should not discuss physician-assisted suicide, euthanasia, or other related topics until the next section. The discussion should be around 300 words and must incorporate at least one quote from the required resources on the ethical theory you have chosen to discuss.  Required resources include the textbook chapter focused on that theory (3, 4, or 5) or the “Primary Sources” listed at the end of Chapters 3-5. Place this section under the Part 3: Ethical Theory heading.   Part 4: Application of the Ethical Theory Now that you have explained in general terms the core principle of the ethical theory you are focusing on in this paper, you will apply that theory and its core principle to your ethical question. Explain as clearly and precisely as you can how that principle leads to a particular conclusion. You can think of that conclusion as the answer someone would most likely give to your question if they were reasoning along the utilitarian, deontological, or virtue ethics lines you explained in Part 3. Note: This conclusion does not need to be the same as the position you stated in the Week 1 assignment. In fact, it could be the opposing position you discussed there. See the remarks about main purpose of the paper above. This section should be around 300 words. Place this section under the Part 4: Application of the Ethical Theory section. In your paper, Identify the ethical question. Introduce the topic and question. Explain the ethical theory of utilitarianism, deontology, or virtue ethics. Apply the selected ethical theory to the ethical question.

After reading Chapter 2, ‘Borland’s Brave Beginnings’ respond to the case questions at the end of Case, in a paper of 800-1000 words.  This case makes a contrast between “bluffing” and “candor” in a business situation. Be sure to read the two chapter articles, because one is pro and one is a con. In addition to responding to the case questions, discuss your assessment of the decision made, whether you agree or disagree with the decision that was made, and why. 

Write a short response (3-5 fully developed paragraphs) to one of the chapter essay response topics listed below before the deadline.• Describe the role of ethics in a business environment• Explain what it means to be a professional of integrity• Distinguish between ethical and legal responsibilities• Describe three approaches for examining the ethical nature of a decision• Differentiate between short-term and long-term perspectives• Differentiate between stockholder and stakeholder• Discuss the relationship among ethical behavior, goodwill, and profit• Explain the concept of corporate social responsibility• Analyze ethical norms and values as they relate to business standards• Explain the doctrine of ethical relativism and why it is problematic• Evaluate the claim that having a singleethical standard makes behaving consistently easier• React to any “Link to Learning” feature (YouTube videos, readings, etc.) found inside this chapter.• Write your own essay topic from a Chapter 1 subject of interest to you. The topic must be one that could not be answered by merely copying factual information passages from the textbook; instead, it should be one that would stimulate discussion. If you are unable to incorporate a specific, personal example—a real-life story of something someone did or something that actually happened to someone–that illustrates a relevant chapter concept into a response of any of the other essay topics listed above, please select this option.

1. Please write 10 page paper regarding publication ethics. 2. You can write any topic about publication ethics. 3. All 10 resources must be come from peer-review journals. 4. This paper must be made up of ‘Introduction’ ‘Body’ and ‘Conclusion’.

Create your own ethical case study based on your experiences and readings. You  choose professional area  Family/ Marriage Therapist  In your paper, include the following: Introduction: research the literature on ethics and leadership and provide the following: Define ethics. Used relevant supporting documentation to support your definition (Three or more references). Provide an overview about the role of ethics in leadership. Rationale for the case study: Describe the reason for the case that you present (Why is the topic relevant? How does it expand or contributes to a leader’s knowledge about ethics?) Case study: Provide a narrative with the case study topic that you identified. Include in your narrative any background information, describe the situation, and state how it affects the organization and whether it affects people inside or outside the organization. If the situation is from your own organization, be sure to maintain confidentiality at all times. Ethical stance: clearly describe why the case/situation poses an ethical challenge for an organization.

Step 1: Research an article (published within the last 6 months) that focuses on an incident, event, or story that you think highlights an ethical issue. All articles submitted in this course must come from a reliable source to earn credit.  *It is critical that you maintain either a PDF copy or working hyperlink to the online version of the article you chose. Step 2: You will write a summary/reaction paper.  Follow the format below, with emphasis on properly stating the ethical issue. Don’t forget you are free to look for good ethical conduct as well as bad (though bad ethical conduct is always easier to find since it is not the norm). PAPER FORMAT Use whatever writing format you are most comfortable with (APA, MLA, etc.).  Include your name, the professor’s name, the course name and the date. Give your paper a title (relating it to the article or issue you identified). Include a Work Cited Page and Word Count. Section 1 Provide a summary of the article in your own words (this is your chance to let me know what the author is trying to communicate about the topic/issue, but paraphrased and/or using direct quotations selectively).   As needed, review the Understanding Plagiarism and How to Avoid Plagiarism activities in Module 1 Section 2 In one sentence (in the form of a question, and remaining impartial) state the (one) main ethical issue you identified in the article.  If there are multiple ethical issues, select the one that you think is the main issue for consideration. Utilize bold font so your main ethical issue is highlighted.  Section 3  Share your reaction to the article.  While the first section focuses on the author’s perspective, this section is about YOUR perspective.  Where do you agree or disagree with the author?  What points resonated with you, or what questions do you have?  Any other thoughts you want to share? Word Count Include a word count at the end of your last section (inclusive of the paper text only, not heading, and not work cited page). There is a 250 word minimum for this assignment. Works Cited Page Include proper citations for all sources used (which will include at a minimum the article you chose, and also may include the course textbook or other external sources). Book pages have been attached in the order of Screenshot (4) to Screenshot (35). Book is called “The Moral Compass: An Introductory Guide to Critical Thinking and Applied Ethics” by Nicholas Mania and Dave Monroe

Competencies:• Evaluate the social, legal, and philosophical issues related to ethics• Distinguish the legal and ethical issues related to IT security and privacy• Appreciate the code of conduct of an IT professional Task: As a technology consultant you will be working with companies doing business abroad. Not all countries have the same ethical beliefs and policies as you. Issues of intellectual property, patents trademarks and trade secrets all arose. Respond to the following situation, stating both the positive and negative factors of operating in Asia. Be sure to include references. Situation: A company is considering opening manufacturing sites in Asia. However, the leadership of the company has heard from other leaders working in several Asian countries that they lost trade secrets and eventually pulled out. Task Requirements: Elements Exceeds Competency 90 – 100 Situation: Ethics abroad Provides a clear, thorough discussion of ethical issues that arise or could arise when working abroad. Discusses possible different ethical beliefs and practices in Asia specifically and provides supporting documentation. Resources are in APA format. Gives examples from the literature or own experience to enhance understanding.

Stakeholders in Sustainable Business Transformation (15%; 100 marks total) Your progress Introduction In this module, we explored a number of broad forces that have significant influence on business, government, and society. In this assignment, you will focus on environmental issues and sustainable development as a growing force in business and society today. Decision makers integrating environmental and social issues and concerns with economic goals can face conflicting costs and benefits among these three elements of sustainable development. In this assignment, you will examine some of the environmental, health and social costs and benefits associated with an economic development project. You will also examine one business or organization that is implementing sustainable development policies and initiatives. Part A is a case study on the environmental, health, social, and economic impacts of the adoption of clean cookstoves in the developing world. Part B is a report examining a corporation or other organization that is transforming to more sustainable operations. Part A Read Discussion Case: Clean Cooking at the end of Chapter 9, and answer the following two questions. Question 1: Describe the ways in which the widespread adoption of clean cookstoves will address the global environmental issues discussed in Chapter 9. (15 marks) Question 2: Describe the ways in which the widespread adoption of clean cookstoves will address the issues of economic development and poverty discussed in Chapter 9. (15 marks) Part B Examine a corporation or other organization that is transforming to more sustainable operations. Analyze ways the organization is reacting to stakeholder influences and how the policies and initiatives of this organization, as well as technologies that they employ, are affecting stakeholders internally, externally, and globally. You should demonstrate your ability to incorporate and integrate your learning from all aspects of this module. Ensure that you include information from the course material, the readings, your journal, and your own research. Choose from the following options: Royal Dutch Shell Interface, Inc. Hewlett-Packard (HP) A business or organization of your choice that is implementing sustainable development policies and initiatives. Please review the questions below to ensure the organization or business that you select is appropriate to the assignment deliverables. Note If you are not analyzing Shell, Interface, or HP), then, prior to beginning this report, you should email your Open Learning Faculty Member the name of your chosen organization to confirm that your choice is appropriate for this assignment. After selecting an organization, write a 2,500-word, double-spaced report containing the following: Section 1. External forces or influences: Identify three external factors that you think have influenced the company’s shift to more environmentally and/or socially responsible business management practices. Describe the ways in which these external factors influenced management actions and/or decisions or helped to transform the company. Provide evidence to support your observations. (30 marks) Section 2. Internal forces or influences: Identify two internal factors that have influenced the company’s shift to more environmentally and/or socially responsible business management practices. Describe the ways in which these internal factors influenced management actions and/or decisions or helped to transform the company. Provide evidence to support your observations. (20 marks) Section 3. Global impacts of sustainable development initiatives: Describe one real or potential global impact of the sustainable development initiatives of this company. Indicate the magnitude or significance of this impact in terms of its influence on global business and/or society. (10 marks) Section 4. Harnessing technology for sustainable development: Describe (with examples) how this company is using the Internet and other technologies to assist its efforts to move toward sustainable business and development. (10 marks)