Ethical Behavior

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This paper begins by providing a definition of ethical behavior. It then examines why it is the management's responsibility to ensure ethical behavior in its midst. The writer states that that the behavior of employees will define whether the organization acts ethically, as employees are the ones that make decisions whether or not to take certain actions. Secondly, it the responsibility of management to give employees a guide for their action. The writer provides suggestions for how the promoting of ethical behavior can be performed.

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"Ethical behavior is defined as "the code of moral principles and values that govern the behaviors of a person or group with respect to what is right or wrong" (Daft 142). Organization ethics is further defined as dealing with "internal values that are a part of corporate culture and shapes decisions concerning social responsibility with respect to the external environment. An ethical issue is present in a situation when the actions of a person or organization may harm or benefit others" (Daft 142).

"Ethics therefore involves ensuring that the actions of the organization do not harm any individual, customer, environment or social group. Essentially, ethics involves not solely focusing on what the organization wants, but considering what effect the organization's actions may have."

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