Ethics – beliefs about what is right or wrong, good or bad in actions that affect others…
B. b) C. c) 4. Organization cultures vary widely, even within the same industry. a. True b. False 5. According to the authors, ethical behavior is defined as: a) a set of moral principles or values that guide an individual b) rules of behavior set by the Federal government c) principles, norms, and standards agreed upon by society d…
There 's no "frakking" way I could generate a good overview of a show like Battlestar Galactica. Only a show like Battlestar Galactica could take a derogatory word we all know and sensor it in a way that gives it emphasis, hence the "frakking" genius behind the Battlestar Galactica series. However, the show cannot be explained in just one word. The realistic feel to the military comradery and operations that take place within the show allow one who has never been in the military to imagine the experience. Also, the crew of Galactica are all very genuine and believable characters who are driven by basic human needs and desires. There are also fine examples of how a crew works together under good leadership. In a way, the plot revolves around leaders such as the character of Commander Adama. One can watch as emotions flair and problems escalate throughout the progression of the story. Yet Adama builds strength in his crew from the conflicts. I will argue Commander Adama 's actions toward the beginning of the series were utilitarian due to his view of Cylons as lifeless objects. However, his reasoning becomes difficult to determine as he develops a love for crew members that reveal their Cylon identities. In this essay I will briefly explain Utilitarianism as understood from philosophers such as Bentham and Peter Singer. Secondly, I will introduce William Adama and the crew aboard the Galactica. Lastly and most importantly, I will provide examples of Adama’s utilitarian actions throughout the show.…
Shafer, W., Fukukawa, K., and G. Lee. 2007. Values and the Perceived Importance of Ethics and…
Several valuable concepts are incorporated into this definition that merit further reflection. First, ethical behavior is required of not only leadership, but the entire staff. Second, ethical thinking and behavior are expected on a daily basis not just for show.…
Personal Ethics and ValuesPersonal ethics and values form a moral code of conduct embedded into the behavior of every individual. People are not born ethical, but have ethics thrust upon them starting at birth. Concepts of honesty, integrity, independence, trust, spirituality, caring, and courage are values imprinted into every individual from sources such as family, community, culture, education, and religion (Seneca College, 2001). Note that personal ethics and values are not always morally sound and universal, i.e., racism, sexism, and anti-Semitism.…
My Definition of Ethical Behavior is: Doing the Right Thing. I tend to hold this high…
These varies kinds of ethics are all to encompass implications of moral principles and the effects it has on our lives. The issue arises when speaking of ethics moral principles cannot be all that creates an ethical person. Theorist tie into virtues and the questions as stated above are questioned. Virtues are developed through learning and through practice. In his essay, “The Importance of Values and Culture in Ethical Decision Making”, Christine Chmielewski describes a societal view as sanctions imposed on those who fail to follow ethical standards There are laws created to dictate consequences for those found guilty of unethical behaviors (2004). Chmielewski states, when faced with ethical decision making, “one of the first questions to consider is ‘what a reasonable man would do in this situation?’(…
The author found it difficult to interpret the finding of the ethical inventory. In summary the study indicated that principles must be:…
“Gray areas” in the law make it difficult to predict how the court will rule…
Every organization has a standard or code of ethics every employee is expected to adhere to. Not everyone within an organization share the same moral values or principles, this is due to cultural differences and understanding ethics competency. Ethics competency is described as the knowledge, skills and abilities to incorporate values and principals that distinguish right from wrong when making decisions and choosing behaviors ( Hellriegel & Slocum, 2011p.10). How one determines right from wrong is based on their personal beliefs but behavior and conduct within an organization should be universal, in order for an organization to be effective. Ethical issues within an organization is common because of personal differences , these ethical issues influence the decisions employees make daily (Hellriegel & Slocum, 2011). Lawrence Kohlberg’s model of moral development suggests there are stages through which individuals evolve, ranging from the lowest stage obedience and punishment orientation, to the highest stage; universal ethical principles (Hellriegel &…
Ethics are a set of beliefs about right and wrong, good and bad. Universal ethical standards are norms that apply to all people across a broad spectrum. These six core values being trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.…
I make ethical decisions every day in my personal and professional lives. Some are easily made and others require some reflecting on the basis of the decision. Ethics is sometimes used interchangeable with values by some people. Pfeiffer & Forsberg (2000) defines values “as principles that help us make decisions implementing the ethical point of view (p. 6.). My ethical beliefs were forming over the years. I had several influences, parents, job, life experiences, and the environment in which I was exposed. My ethical beliefs are constantly being developed through training and experiences Organizations need ethical principles. According to Guido (2003), ethics provides structure for placing conduct into action.…
The analysis profile on Ethic Awareness Inventory helps determined a person individuals’ ethics perspective is/are closely aligned with. The scoring category suggest based on my results of C.O.R.E. such as: character, obligation, results and equity. My score on character is a seven and my core on obligation is a four. The ethical style for my character suggested that, “You value such qualities as honesty, wisdom, and integrity, and you place greater emphasis on demonstrating these qualities than on following the rules” (The Williams Institute for Ethics and Management, 2008).…
Morals, values, and ethics are one of the most important characteristics of a person. These features define who we are and what we believe in. Many different factors come in to play when determining a person`s morals, values, and ethics; childhood upbringing, later life experiences, family, friends, culture, religious beliefs, race, discussions with others, and many others that have an affect a person’s beliefs (Head, 2006). There are times when a person`s beliefs do not agree with someone else’s, which does not mean that one of these people is wrong, it means that we, as individuals, do not all think the same. As a whole, most people have a good sense of right and wrong, which is to say that for the most part most people have good morals, values, and ethics.…