...Work Place Ethical Dilemma Marinda Thomas BSHS/332 May 27, 2013 Mrs. Marcia Winter Work Place Ethical Dilemma In this paper I will discuss various points on ethical dilemmas within the work place. I will also talk about how these dilemmas intersect with my own personal values. Throughout this paper I will also offer reasons to why I should solve the dilemma as well as a resolution of sorts. “Ethics as a discipline, refers to both the study of our values and their justification, the actual values and standards of conduct by which we live” (Freeman, 2000, p. 31). “Ethical dilemma is a complex situation that will involve conflicts between moral imperatives” (Freeman, 2000). The Dilemma Ethical dilemmas are what happen when a person is faced with a decision that may press against their personal values or beliefs. At one of my previous jobs, there was a problem with employees conducting their personal business, errands, or hobbies all while on the company’s time. This began to be a problem because while people are doing these things on company time, they are not doing the job that they are being paid to perform. Of course it may seem harmless at the time, a person finishes their projects so they use a little time here and there to do a few things that may help to pass the time and get them through their long work day, but it can become a big problem, especially when everyone begins to think that it is okay to begin doing this. When being hired by an employer, it...
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...Everyday individuals are faced with issues associated with ethical dilemmas. Ethical dilemmas involve an individual’s behavior toward a moral standard, which may have been established from previous generations. In upholding the standard’s taught individual may be forced to take a particular action involving a decision when a behavior is considered non-ethical and that is when an ethical dilemma occurs. It can become difficult at times in making the correct decisions or solutions to the situation, which is why a code of ethics is established in the workplace. The code of ethics in the workplace was established to assist with the process of a company analyzing the behavioral practices within the company procedures. Code of ethics in the workplace is used in defining, requiring, encouraging, and engaging employees in the direction of the correct behavior. The purpose is to correct the unethical behavior and avoid serious consequences such as lawsuits. In the workplace, conflicts with personal values may become a struggle in an organized business structure with ethical decision-making. Often individuals find it difficult to differentiate personal values from the corporate world, in those instances one must resolve and modify their behavior into a course of action and acceptance while maintaining balance and integrity. Many individuals view ethics as a personal value and do not see the value of ethics in the workplace. Individuals view corporations...
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...| The Ethics Reflection Paper Assignment | Management 340 | | #### | 4/29/2011 | | 1. Ethical Model/Rules/Views Throughout the semester, in management 340, we’ve studied a broad overview of ethical behavior. The definition of ‘deontological’ in ethics is the moral rights and duties of people which affect us in many different environments such as; work, school, home and more. No two people are exact or have the same views. We have set standards in most aspects of our lives. The ability to learn and eventually know right from wrong is what I believe ethics to be. Good judgments and safe decisions is what I’ve taken from this class and tried to apply to all areas in my career and lifestyle. Ethical models include: ethical decision-making, ethical leadership, business ethics, ethical dilemmas and values. 2. Personal Perspective Making a business ethical decision is also following a process which means the first thing you do is identify a problem and decision criteria and allocating weights to the criteria. The second step is developing, analyzing and selecting an alternative that can solve the problem, (basically finding a solution that works best for you and surrounding parties.) The third step is implanting the selected alternative. The final step needed to make an ethical decision is evaluating your decisions’ effectiveness. Knowing the difference between right and wrong is something I believe should be learned at a young age. Family, friends...
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...Each employee should then know how to comply with the policies in place and follow outlined guidance when facing ethical dilemmas. With consistent ethical and moral confrontation, how should individuals in a company be groomed to respond to such issues? Jacob’s Ethical Dilemma After receiving praise and a monetary reward of $10,000 for work he did not complete on his own, Jacob is facing an ethical dilemma. Jacob and his colleague, Krystal, work for a small ad company in Topeka, Kansas. The five-year-old company is in need of a profit boost and sets out to score a government contract. Jacob’s personal struggle of an ill child prevents him from contributing fully to the project. Although, his colleague is responsible for the bulk of the work, Jacob is seen as the one responsible for the contract deal after delivering the presentation. The reward will certainly help with medical expenses, but Jacob realizes Krystal is more deserving of the reward than he is. By initially accepting the praise and recognition for a job well done, Jacob dismisses good ethics by using one of these rationales: 1.The behavior isn‘t really illegal or immoral. 2.The action is in everyone‘s best interests. 3.No one will find out what I‘ve done. 4.The company will condone my action and protect me (Exploring business, 2014). Jacob, realizing the issue, should examine his personal “code of ethics” and identify that he is facing an ethical dilemma. Although he is experiencing personal strife and...
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...many instances, we are faced with ethical dilemmas, forcing us as individuals to evaluate and determine what we perceive to be ethical. Often, ethical dilemmas are recognized easily and it is simple to resolve. They are laid out in black and white and the answer is either right or wrong. Unfortunately, sometimes the clarity of what is right and what is wrong is not as simple but is blurred with no clear distinction. In these cases, individuals must use their own ethical codes and make decisions based on their judgment of the situation. Through classroom experience, I had the opportunity to explore the ethical lens category that I fall into based on the Ethical Lens Inventory. I have also had the chance to study how professionals are expected to make ethical decisions and the difference between individual morals and the standards that various companies set forth as their code of conduct. Throughout this, I have been able to determine what I should continue doing while making ethical decisions and what I should strengthen. Through reflection, I have determined my own personal ethics statement which entails how I hope to live my life and how I will work to make decisions when faced with ethical dilemmas. The Ethical Lens Inventory places you into one of the four ethical lenses (four primary ethical perspectives). There are different core values behind the lens that one uses to help determine what action to take when faced with an ethical dilemma. The lens in which you are placed...
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...values, nonetheless there are some differences in emphasis, priorities and or understanding (Osmo and Landau, 2006). As a social worker making decisions about what to do in cases that feature ethical problems as well as dilemmas integrates our ethical judgements or evaluation of what is right...
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...Workplace Ethical Dilemma BSHS/332 March 11, 2013 Dr. Rina Wallace Workplace Ethical Dilemma Workplace dilemmas and issues occur often and ranges from a simple disagreement to complicated issues. Understanding the diversity of issues may present dilemmas for the organization; however, identifying, and correcting these problems will help prevent the organization from suffering loss. Employees will make decisions each day within a business, from the top level-managers to the lower-level managers, and even with lower-level employees. No matter the position, each employee has exposure with facing the risk of an ethical dilemma at some time. Some ethical decisions are more confusing than others and many cannot comprehend the complication of the issues. Recognizing how to resolve ethical issues in the workplace can enhance the effects of the decision-making process. In addition, it will help to maintain the employee and the business in good standing in the public’s sight and the law. Ethics involve a persons’ appreciation of worthy principles, ideals, goals, and values (Freeman, 2000). Workplace Dilemma As a mail carrier for the United States Postal Service (USPS) for over 30 years I have seen some unethical dilemmas. Many employees have lost jobs resulting from theft, falsifying documents, cheating, abuse, and sexual harassment. Recently, a particular incident took place between a male and female employee. Each regular carrier has a particular route each day...
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...Ethics Game Dilemmas Unknown ETH/316 March 21, 2013 Instructor Ethics Game Dilemmas We as company leaders, have many responsibilities. One of our most important responsibilities is ethical and social responsibility because it requires everyone to adhere to a set of policies personal and professional. The issues in the ethical game simulation are complex yet simple enough to follow the required steps to come to a decision that works for all parties involved. The issue whether the information obtained by Jamal Moore is used to discipline Aaron Webb for violating the NDA or discipline him for the manner in which the information was obtained (Ethics game worksheet, 2013). What were the ethical issues presented in the simulation game Ethical dilemmas can be used to address organizational issues through awareness, training, and support of management and shareholders. Even though this issue has become more of a legal issue, management cannot minimize the incident to avoid legal situations. They need help from all shareholders and upper-level management. Computer security is the issue and the new system that was just implemented has been compromised by an employee. People are less likely to break the law or a legal code if they are aware they are breaking rules. Two employees have violated company policy one for posting sensitive company data and the other for hacking a computer to obtain incriminating information. Moreover, as the manager of safety and...
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...Ethics Game Dilemmas ETH/316 4/21/2014 There were many ethical issues presented throughout Ethics Game Simulation that could be related to any person’s work place or daily life in general. The ethical issues presented in the Ethics Game Simulation “The Mysterious Blogger” were about whether the information obtained by a director of Information Technology was going to be enough information to discipline an employee for violating the company’s security policies by posting the compnay’s confidential information online. As for “The Veiled ID”, the ethical issues were concerning how to develop a security policy that can adequately provide for every employee’s physical safety while accommodating their special needs as well. The decision making steps that were taken to critically think about and solve these ethical issues were based on the job position that was given in each simulation. The Baird Decision Model that contains five steps that help in the decision making process. The decisions that were made were made to protect the interests of the shareholders and the well-being of the company and its employees all at the same time. Any person that made a contribution or investment to the company will be affected by any ethical issues that may come up about an organization or an employee of an organization. If a company’s policies are not followed and are disregarded in any way, disciplinary action should be taken so that policies are not broken in the future. The ethical perspectives...
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...Professional Workplace Dilemma Janeen Johnson GEN/480 January 19, 2013 Walter Hedgecock Professional Workplace Dilemma In this professional workplace dilemma is the exploration of an ethical dilemma, which happened in the workplace while figuring out the best actions of recourse regarding how to remain professional and courteous. This proposed circumstance is an issue that actually occurred in the environment of a family nature, but still a professional work relationship that without the reveal of names or locations or times there is still a lesson still to be learned in generalities (Koocher & Keith-Spiegel, 1990). The facts involving the issue and the circumstance it surrounds are explained in detail that is such so the reader can understand the dilemma that is being faced with this true-life story. A scenario, such as this could have many possible alternate circumstances but in this case, the events chosen are played out and described for understanding the thought process and effects of certain actions and decisions. My desire and eagerness in obtaining my bachelor's degree has been a lifelong journey. After finishing high school 23 years ago, I attended a two- year college where I received a diploma in Office Administration. The same year, I got married and had 2 children within two years. My dream or desire of continuing my education was put on hold. I have always said that one day that I would go back to school. I enrolled...
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...A Conflict for Counselors Crystal Anderson University of Phoenix BSHS/332 Professional, Ethical, and Legal issues in Human Services Audra Stinson October 8, 2012 A counselor’s perspective Social workers study psychological and sociological aspects of counseling. It is believed by some professionals, work performed by practitioners considered technically guided from their educational experience. There is communication abroad that suggests most or nearly every social worker develops ethical practices from their training or state licensing boards. During therapeutic involvement counselors explore various methods of intervention tactics learned. However, it is other viewpoints critical for the development of each therapist style. This paper examines the development of this counselor’s personal values, ground rules, and ethics in a professional setting. The main focus describes viewpoints of the counselor’s perspectives, the effects, and sources, which contributed to these notions. This paper further explains the counselor decisions in ethical practices. Moreover, primarily counselors are responsible for the entire treatment process for their clients. This relationship often entails a variety of settings, such as private...
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...ASSIGNMENT 1: Critical Reflection Due Date (12 April 2016) Word Limit (2,500) This assignment has three parts. In Part 1 you will describe an ethical dilemma that you had to face. In Part 2 you will analyze it. In Part 3 you will reflect on it. Part 1: Description (Word Limit = 500) Discuss an ethical dilemma that you have had to face in the workplace or at college / university. Give as much details as possible within the word limit. Please include the following: (You can replace the real names and places with fictional ones) * Describe the situation * Describe who was involved * Describe where the situation took place * Describe when it happened and what was going on. * Describe the values and norms that were in conflict. * Describe your thoughts and feeling. * Describe what you did. (How was the dilemma resolved or what was the outcome?) * Rate your decision. On a scale from 1-10 how happy were you with your decision? (1 = Very unhappy 10= Very happy) and state why you thought that. Part 2: Analysis (Word Limit = 1,500) In this section you are going to analyze the ethical dilemma described in Part 1 above Please include the following: * Choose three of the normative ethical theories discussed in the course and use those three ethical theories to analyze the ethical dilemma described in Part 1. You should include critical thinking and use about 500 words with each one If you do not know how to analyze something...
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...+ Workplace Ethical Dilemma Tanya W. Cooper BSHS/332 Professional, Ethical and Legal Issues in Human Services April 16, 2012 Kathleen Roberts Everyday individuals are faced with issues associated with ethical dilemmas. Ethical dilemmas involve an individual’s behavior toward a moral standard, which may have been established from previous generations and passed along. In upholding the standards taught individual may be forced to take a particular action involving a decision when a behavior is considered non-ethical is when an ethical dilemma occurs. It can become difficult at times in making the correct decisions or solutions to the situation, which is why a code of ethics is established in the workplace. The code of ethics in the workplace was established to assist with the process of a company analyzing the behavioral practices within the company procedures. Code of ethics in the workplace is used in defining, requiring, encouraging, and engaging employees in the direction of the correct behavior. The purpose is to correct the unethical behavior and avoid serious consequences such as lawsuits. In the workplace, conflicts with personal values may become a struggle in an organized business structure with ethical decision-making. Often individuals find it difficult to differentiate personal values from the corporate world, in those instances one must resolve and modify their behavior into a course of action and acceptance while maintaining balance and integrity. Many...
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...PD225 Applied Ethic Describe Ethical Dilemma An ethical dilemma can be referred to anything that happens or you do but you know it’s wrong. For an example: “Bringing a person back to life after an apparent death or in cases of impending death- Typically, a family wants to keep their loved one alive no matter what, but there are instances when the family wants to terminate treatment when a physician thinks it's premature to do so. Therefore “If the patient had a reasonable chance to recover, I would get an ethics committee’s opinion or ask the family to find another physician if they wish to terminate care” says, Dr. Prager. In this case, how should you ethically act in this situation? The only ethical way to deal with it is to report the scenario to the supervisor or the manager, before anything comes out of it to and affect you. The employee knows, so well, that what she did is unethical, and if she does take the money out for the dormant account and you know about it, then you are part of it. Therefore you should act first for your own good –report it! Another, way to solve unethical behavior in the working environment, is to talk to the person that has the issue and let him or her know what you can do to help. In my perspective for an unclear dilemma with an employee, is always do the right ethical thing. Employees sometimes find themselves in an unprofessional situation, caused by the lack of communication with the supervisor, and other employees. They must...
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...NIKE - ETHICAL ISSUES AND DILEMMAS INTRODUCTION Nike has been dodging accusations of employing people in the developing and under-developed economies, at low wages and poor working conditions for a considerable period of time. Having tried course correction and public relations as a measure to salvage the bad image generated by the sweatshops that Nike is accused of running, Nike has undertaken massive efforts to overcome these hurdles. Herein we will analyze Nike's international business operations with a critical eye over the ethical issues and dilemmas that this organization has faced while manufacturing its goods in foreign lands. PROBLEM AREAS There are a number of areas that are seen as weak points or links in this Nike case. We shall first highlight the problem areas and then dive into the ethical theories that are supposed to govern them. According to the Wikipedia dictionary, ethics is defined as a general term for the science of morality. While this branch of study can be further sub-divided into various categories, we have to remember that what is appropriate in a given situation may not be so among different circumstances and the decision of right or wrong is relative to its surroundings. Elaborated here are the issues and problems that stand out due to their ethical nature as issues or dilemmas faced by Nike and its operations towards its employees and customers as mentioned in the case study: Poor Working Conditions - In Nike factories, the laborers were provided...
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