Unit 3 - Steps in ethical decision making process (7) Flashcards
When faced with an ethical dilemma a process of deliberations or arguments before a final decision is made will enable persons to
Distinguish between what is right and what is wrong. When a decision is taken based on these considerations it is known as ethical decision-making
Ethics involves conduct that has to adhere to
A set of standards that is good, right & just
The ethical person in the workplace is able to distinguish
- Good from bad
- Right from wrong
- Just from unjust
Ethical person in workplace cares about ethics and is motivated by
- A desire to avoid a bad reputation
- A desire to avoid criminal liability
- A moral commitment to do what is right, good and fair for all those who will be affected by their conduct, decision or behaviour
Individual ethical conduct
Each employee has an obligation to act ethically while performing their duties, when adhering to polices and procedures and when in pursuit of attaining the goals of the organisation.
Collective ethical conduct
Perceptions of external stakeholders, the general public and clients are formed through the interaction with employees and members of an organisation. These perceptions can be either positive or negative. The way business is conducted and the way employees behave will determine the collective perception of external stakeholders.
A useful tool for making ethical decisions is the
Ethics Quick Test.
* Is it legal?
* Does the organisations code of ethics allow it?
* Do my own professional standards allow it?
* If my ethical role faced a similar situation what would they do?
* Will I be comfortable if this decision was on the front page of newspaper tomorrow?
* Does my conscience or immediate gut feeling approve?
* Does my decision get a good example and am I comfortable to share it with close family?
* Does this decision comply with the golden rule – do unto others as you would have them do unto you?
