Essay: Identify an ethical issue in the workplace. You may describe one from the news or at your current or former job. You do not have to state the organization’s name (use Company ABC or XYZ if you wish). In a 200-300 word essay, answer each of the following questions.
Describe the ethical issue. What happened?
Why do you believe these events occurred?
How did the issue affect employees and the company?
Identify three repercussions associated with this issue. What could be done to prevent similar issues from reoccurring?
Name three tools managers use to encourage ethical behavior in the future.
Make sure you also:
Double space and use complete sentences.
Discussion (200 words): You are on the board of directors for an American toy company. The CEO just presented a proposal that involves moving your company’s manufacturing operations overseas. Board members are in an uproar. Some members are for this change. Others are against it. Describe your position.
Are you for or against the move? Why?
Explain your position to the group.
Give examples that support your ideas.
Respond to one person who agrees with you and another who disagrees (add new ideas, give examples).
