ENRON ACCOUNTING FAILURE AND ETHICAL ISSUES ENRON ACCOUNTING FAILURE AND ETHICAL ISSUES Lecturer: DR SITI ZELEHA ABDUL RASHID Prepared by: SAMIRA ALVANDI SHAHRZAD KARIMI HAMED KHAZAEI 1 ENRON ACCOUNTING FAILURE AND ETHICAL ISSUES ENRON ACCOUNTING FAILURE AND ETHICAL ISSUES 2 ENRON ACCOUNTING FAILURE AND ETHICAL ISSUES Table of content: Abstract……………………………………………………………………………..…...4 1. Introduction ……………………………………………………………………..……5 2. Literature review ………………………………………………………………
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Ethical Issues in Sales: Two Case Studies Thomas L. Carson Ethical issues in sales are an important and neglected topic in business ethics. Roughly 9% of the U.S. work force is involved in sales of one sort or another. But very little has been written about ethical issues in sales. Case 1: Shoe sales [The following case is taken from a paper that I received from a student. I am using this case with the student’s permission. The student did not want me to use his/her name. I have made some minor
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Ethical Issues in Health Abortion Abortion is one of the most polarising moral issues in today’s society. It presents an ethical dilemma for many people and especially all healthcare professionals involved. Firstly‚ this essay will begin by briefly outlining the highly controversial issue of abortion‚ discuss why this topic draws fierce debate‚ for and against‚ and explain the current legal standing in the UK today. It will then move on to explain how different ethical models can be used in relation
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Nestle Responsibility to Deal with Ethical Dilemmas Abstract The multinational business and ethical responsibility are parallel topic. Nestle faced with the rising of consumer boycott which came to be a broadly issue in case of business ethics. This essay extends three specific ethical issues of excessive price of bottled water which provided quality as similar as tap water and should not be placed value by money‚ child labours in cocoa supply chain that are threatened by hard job tasks and
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3 Natty Mckiness Employee Legal Issue This week we are discussing employee legal issues. A current issue involves whether employers can refuse to hire smokers in order to save on insurance costs. Several companies have issued such restrictions and have been successful on lawsuits by employees who are smokers. Atlantic Beach‚ FL (near Jacksonville) recently instituted a ban on hiring smokers. The city has implemented a policy that says it won’t hire anyone who uses tobacco products or tests positive
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Ethics and Social Issues Final Exam Essay Questions ESSAY QUESTIONS 1. Essay Question: Rule Vs. Act Utilitarianism (Utilitarianism) Suppose that you were wondering whether you‚ as a doctor‚ should hug a patient who is in tears. Give an ethical analysis of pros and cons from an act utilitarian point of view. Then give an analysis from a rule utilitarian point of view. 2. Essay Question: (Case Scenario -- Utilitarianism) Suppose that Rosa moves away her children out of town because
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exists. The creation of legal relations is a doctrine of the English contract law that is defined as an intention is to enter a legally binding agreement or contract. An agreement‚ which is defined as the meeting of minds with the acceptance and understanding of mutual legal rights and duties as to particular actions or accountability‚ is legally enforceable only if the contracting parties may be deemed by the court to have intended it. The intention to create legal relations is a vital principle
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ETHICAL ISSUES IN THE CONDUCT OF PSYCHOLOGICAL RESEARCH Ethical Standards • APA Ethics Code – All psychologists (including students) must follow the APA guides for ethical behavior. – The five general values or principles for ethical conduct are • Beneficence and Non-Malfeasance • Fidelity and Responsibility • Integrity • Justice • Respect for People’s Rights and Dignity Ethical Issues to Consider Before Beginning Research • Prior to conducting any study‚ the
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Running Head: ETHICAL AND MORAL ISSUES IN BUSINESS 1 Ethical and Moral Issues in Business Gerardo Maya MGT/216 June 9‚ 2011 Devin Daugherty ETHICAL AND MORAL ISSUES IN BUSINESS 2 Ethical and Moral Issues in Business The world of business consists of many principles and policies that enable industries to advance to a successful path. An area that is vital for business growth is demonstrating social responsibilities towards
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Before looking at if the intention to create legal relations should be used to replace consideration‚ it is important to look at how these doctrines fit into the essential elements in a contract. Their use will then be discussed‚ together with the doctrine of promissory estoppel. In evaluating these principles reference will be made to case law‚ judicial comment and of leading contract academics work. Finally‚ thought will be given to the future of consideration‚ and if it is still necessary today
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