Module 1 - Lesson 1 Flashcards
It is the effort to guide one’s conduct by reason, that is, to do what there are the best reasons for doing - while giving equal weight to the interests of everyone who will be affected by what one does
Morality
It refers to the philosophical concept of morality, endeavors to understand moral concepts and justify moral principles.
Ethics
**ETHICS VS. MORALS: **
Guiding principles of conduct of an individual or group
Ethics
**ETHICS VS. MORALS: **
Principles on which one’s judgments of right and wrong are based
Morals
**ETHICS VS. MORALS: **
Influenced by society, culture, and religion
Morals
**ETHICS VS. MORALS: **
Uniform compared to morals
Ethics
**ETHICS VS. MORALS: **
Not related to professional work
Morals
**ETHICS VS. MORALS: **
Influenced by profession, field, organization, etc.
Ethics
**ETHICS VS. MORALS: **
Related to professional work
Ethics
**ETHICS VS. MORALS: **
Vary according to different cultures and religions
Morals
are strongly held norms, which epitomize the deeply held standards of what is right, and wrong
Mores
Are those ethical principles that we live by and believe.
Moral Standards
**THREE LEVELS OF MORAL DILEMMA IN THE WORKPLACE: **
The dilemma here is when the employee’s ethical standards are in opposition to that of his or her employer, which could lead to tensions in the workplace.
Individual
As Mason explains, we will experience a (blank) if we are faced with two actions of each of which, it would be correct to say in the appropriate sense of ‘ought’, that it ought to be done, and both of which we cannot do.
Moral Dilemmas
**THREE LEVELS OF MORAL DILEMMA IN THE WORKPLACE: **
Ethical standards are seen in company policies. Still and all, there might be a gap between those who run the business whose ethical standards deviate from that of the organization.
Organizational
**THREE LEVELS OF MORAL DILEMMA IN THE WORKPLACE: **
Political pressures, economic conditions, societal attitudes and others can affect the operating standards and policies of the organization where it might face moral dilemmas outside of the organization but within the macro-society where it belongs.
Systemic
**PRACTICAL KANTIAN MODEL OF ETHICAL ISSUES MANAGEMENT: **
In Autonomy Section, you should start by asking yourself the question ________ ?
Am I acting from the basis of reason alone?
What are the points that you need to consider in Ethical Consideration Triangle?
- Duty
- Intention
- Dignity and Respect
TRUE OR FALSE:
In Question Section, you should consider the following three questions:
- Could I (we) obligate everyone else who is ever in a similar situation to do the same thing I am about to do (we are about to do?)
- Would I (we) accept this decision if I (we) were on the receiving end?
- Have I (we) faced a similar ethical issue before?
True
This practical model allows leaders and managers to conduct a thorough, systematic analysis of the ethical aspects of a decision and to understand that decision, and its ramifications, from a multiplicity of perspectives.
Practical Kantian Model of Ethical Issues Management
**PRACTICAL KANTIAN MODEL OF ETHICAL ISSUES MANAGEMENT: **
In the Ethical Consideration Triangle, you should also consider the questions:
- Am I doing the right thing?
- Am I proceeding with a morally good will?
- Are dignity and respect maintained?
**TRUE OR FALSE: **
Mason (1996) describes that morality is not achieved when a set of possible mores of any social group are observed and achieved.
False; it is achieved
It refers to standards or norms that are not based on moral principles or ethical considerations.
Non-moral standards
**TRUE OR FALSE: **
Free will then become the foundation of our moral act, which is done also out of our moral responsibility.
True
In making moral decisions, Immanuel Kant runs to ____________ as the principal foundation of morality.
human autonomy
