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Workplace Ethics
Workplace Ethics
Jawwad Zaki
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Discussion Points
• Workplace Ethics
• Cultural Dimensions
• Where do we stand . . .
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ETHICS
The Concept
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eth·ic noun
a. A set of principles of right conduct.
b. A theory or a system of moral values.
Ethics
a. The study of the general nature of morals and of the specific moral choices to be made by a
person.
b. The rules or standards governing the conduct of a person or the members of a profession.
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Ethics are also about making choices that may not always feel good or seem
like they benefit you but are the “right” choices to make.
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How do we define Ethics…
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Possible Outcomes of Ethics Study
- sensitivity to rights & responsibilities
- empathy
- sensitivity to ethical dimensions
- alternatives & choices
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Workplace Ethics
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There is no such thing as
workplace ethics;
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ethics are the same,
(or, should be)
whether in the workplace or
in personal life.
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“On the one hand there is the law, which deals with crime and
punishment. On the other there is religion, which deals with virtue and
sin. Organizational ethics sits in between -- it goes well beyond the
law, and links to the personal beliefs of employees, but its focus is the
corporation or association or government department. Such groups of
people must work together to achieve common goals, while also
striving to do the right thing in a complex, diverse world. “
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So,
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Leadership & Ethics
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Cultural Dimensions
How the perception about ethics changes across cultures?
- Global Behaviours
- Locally accepted conduct
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Where do we stand . . .
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References / Further Reading:
•http://www.business-marketing.com/store/businessethics.html
•3D Ethics - implementing workplace values by Attracta Lagan & Brian Moran
For these books & a lot more “Google Books” is a very interesting source.
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Thanks!
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