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Whistleblowing: Right or Wrong?, 2008.
A discussion on the ethics of whistleblowing.
1,279 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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This paper discusses some of the ethical issues related to the popular concept of whistleblowing. Whistleblowing in this context means that an employee reports company misconduct or illegalities, which would otherwise be unknown, outside of company circles, to the public or to a government entity. The paper examines how it is among the most frequently seen and controversial issues in business today and how regardless of the industry or job one is involved in, one has a chance of encountering a situation in which whistleblowing may present itself as an option.
Outline:
Significant Impact
Low / Minimal Impact
Conclusion: Blow the Whistle or Remain Silent?
From the Paper
"Another famous whistleblowing case study is that of Dr. Jeffrey Wigand. Dr. Wigand was a former head of research at tobacco company Brown & Williamson. In 1996, he revealed to the media that his company had added chemicals such as ammonia to its cigarettes to increase their delivery of the addictive drug nicotine. He faced lawsuits and even death threats, but persisted in his revelations via a national television interview ("Caslon Analytics whistle-blowing cases"). Dr. Wigand's story is perhaps best known to the general public in the form of the film based on it, The Insider. The impact of this particular case of whistleblowing upon society is unimaginable, given the large numbers of people use smoke cigarettes and the already well known health dangers associated with the practice. "
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Mill's Utilitarianism, 2007.
This paper examines John Stuart Mill's beliefs of utilitarianism.
795 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 28.95
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The paper relates that Plato, Immanuel Kant and John Stuart Mill each advocated ethical systems based upon their interpretations of society and human nature. The paper is of the opinion that Mill's utilitarianism can be applied more effectively in the modern world than Plato's or Kant's ethical systems. The paper discusses Mill's views and concludes that despite justified criticism of some aspects of utilitarianism, it is the best of the three systems.
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"John Stuart Mill believed that there are two basic characteristics of human nature: an instinct to please God and our fellow human beings, and a fear of displeasing God and our fellow human beings. Infused in these characteristics is an internal motivation based upon a sense of duty, which consists of religious feelings, childhood experiences, sympathy, and self-worth. This sense of duty is founded on the evidence that most human beings experience remorse when they attempt to reject these elements of their sense of duty by not promoting or contributing to general happiness. That sense of duty is subjective and emerges with experience. (Mill)"
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White Slavery, 2008.
This paper discusses the issue of human trafficking and looks at the moral dilemma of white slavery.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 57.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that when speaking of slavery in twentieth century terms, this often refers to persons of European decent or "whites" being sold into involuntary servitude or slavery. The writer explains that white slavery encompasses a variety of methods and means, many of which are as equally inhumane or perhaps more so than traditional slavery. The writer notes that human trafficking is a lucrative business around the world and provides tremendous revenue for those performing the illegal acts. The writer then points out that the greatest argument by proponents for this type of illegal activity is the monetary gain of the activity, but these individuals fail or refuse to see the negative and potentially irreversible effects. The writer maintains that human slavery is not only mentally and physically detrimental but also signifies a breakdown in the morality of society. The writer concludes that although slavery was legally abolished in the nineteenth century, it is still around in the twentieth century and one must continue to work towards a society that is free from the misuse and mistreatment of others.
Outline:
Sexual Trafficking
Immigrants & Bonded Labor
Arranged Marriages
Illegal Adoption
Regulation
From the Paper
"Human trafficking and slavery takes place and a variety of economically advantageous areas. Every year people are sold into slavery or bondage for such despicable acts such as sexual trafficking, bonded labor, forced marriages and illegal adoptions. These issues are just the tip of the iceberg but are the most proliferate and common activities. At first glance many of these issues and activities seem to be legal, with individuals capable of making sound, logical decisions, but when one examines the true facts it appears that many of these situations have been accomplished through manipulation of the victims."
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Workplace Dating Morals, 2007.
This paper discusses whether it is morally acceptable for an employer to make rules against dating in the workplace.
1,000 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 35.95
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In this article, the writer notes that the work-oriented culture of today's society has increased the prevalence of office romances. Long hours spent together at the workplace, exacerbated by the lack of time to spend on outside activities, often serve as a springboard for these types of relationships. However, the writer points out that with these relationships come certain liabilities for the associated employer. The writer discusses that forbidding fraternization between employees raises questions of discrimination as well as privacy issues. The writer then looks at the issue of possible no dating policies in the workplace. The writer concludes that the most moral solution would be one that is able to give employers protection against the risks they face with employee dating, while also allowing employees the freedom to live their lives outside the workplace.
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Abstract
Introduction
Morality Overview
Employer Interests
Are No Dating Policies Morally Acceptable?
Recommendation
From the Paper
"As noted earlier, there are significant downside risks for employers who have employees involved in inter-office relationships. Increased incidence of co-worker complaints of favoritism and the resultant negative effect on the team atmosphere and productivity coupled with possible reduced productivity from the employees involved are all significant concerns for an organization. In today's hyper-competitive, increasingly globalized world, these factors could significantly impact a company's bottom line with reduced competitiveness in their industry."
"In addition, allowing employee dating opens the organization up to an increased chance of sexual harassment lawsuits."
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Capital Punishment, 2007.
Presents argumenta against capital punishment.
1,175 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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This paper contends that, since the main issue in the debate over capital punishment hinges on whether killing is a morally justified response to criminal conduct, capital punishment simply cannot be considered acceptable on moral grounds. The paper argues that the death penalty is an old barbaric practice that is immoral, unfair to minorities, simply does not deter crime, and should be discontinued except in a very small minority of cases.
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"Capital punishment should be outlawed because it denies a citizen his or her Constitutional right to due process of law. The imposition of capital punishment is arbitrary and irrevocable. It forever deprives an individual of potential benefits of new evidence or new laws that might warrant the reversal of a conviction or the setting aside of a death sentence, and violates a citizen's constitutional guarantee of equal protection under the laws, for studies have proven that capital punishment is applied randomly at best and discriminatorily at worst. It is imposed disproportionately, and many would say in a racist manner, upon those whose victims are white, on offenders who are people of color, and on those who are poor and uneducated."
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Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibilities, 2007.
An analysis of business ethics and corporate social responsibility within an organization's value system.
846 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 30.95
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This paper discusses the similarities between business ethics and corporate social responsibility. It discusses business ethics and corporate social responsibility in terms of an organization's value system. It concludes that not only are they similar expressions of corporate and organizational behavior, but business ethics are derived from corporate social responsibility.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Overview
Corporate Governance
The Ethics of Social Responsibility
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Clearly, as the board of an organization, in tandem with the organization's executive leadership, begins to design a corporate social responsibility program, they must first refer to the company's own ethical character. Before a company can begin a program to institute green policies, for example, or implement a community based job training program, it must be in compliance with the regulatory policies that govern its financial reporting and compliance requirements. Indeed, researchers such as Riley, (2006, p.20), believe that business ethics is simply a component of corporate social responsibility and describes business ethics as an expression of how the organization treats people: employees, competitors, or otherwise."
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Corporate Stock Options, 2007.
An analysis of the impact of stock option scandals on corporate ethics.
3,726 words (approx. 14.9 pages), 17 sources, APA, $ 103.95
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This paper discusses the stock options scandal associated with Enron and discusses its impact on corporate ethics. It looks at some of the effects that are expected to arise from this scandal and discusses the ethical character of management in the business sphere. The paper presents a careful overview of business ethics and offers an opinion on the effectiveness or ineffectiveness of the Sarbanes-Oxley legislation in the United States vis-a-vis this current scandal enveloping many public companies across North America.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Introduction
Stock Options Scandal
Ethical Positions
Future Ramifications
Conclusions
From the Paper
"It seems the entire body of corporate America is holding its collective breath to see how the more than 80 investigations currently underway by the SEC are concluded. Such a host of companies are taking pre-emptive action in the stock options scandal by restating and revising earnings statements that it is clear the problem is even far more pervasive than currently thought. Not only companies like Apple and UnitedHealth are under investigation but McAfee and even Barnes and Noble are being examined by the SEC (Should, 2006). Should any of the top executives at these firms be negatively affected, the resulting impact on their company's share price could depress the entire U.S. stock market in a way that Enron never did and certainly bleed over into the Canadian markets."
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The Corporate Citizen, 2007.
This paper explores the issue as to whether the corporate citizen, because of its power, makes the concept of democracy meaningless.
1,230 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 41.95
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This paper argues that the ideals of the American system, as embodied in the Constitution, are to limit the separation between winners and losers and to see that no one group is always to be found in either category, which is not always the situation in the case of the corporate citizen. The author refutes the notion of corporations having citizenship by virtue of legal and political status but rather by their participation in processes of governance. The paper stresses that the public can make a difference and return control to its own hands especially with so much public disgust regarding corporate greed and the scandals that mark it such as the Enron case.
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"Feingold (2000) makes the direct link between the corporate threat to democracy and money, notably the money spent by corporations on political campaigns, money that usually the public at large cannot match, at least not in a way that assures reciprocity. ...Chua (1998) finds ways in which both corporate power and the principle of majority rule undermines the ability of minorities to gain or exercise political power in a democracy. She finds these forces at work not just within the borders of the U.S. but worldwide."
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The Gun Debate, 2007.
An analysis of the ethical issues involved in the manufacturing and selling of small guns.
2,002 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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This paper discusses the ethical issues related to the manufacturing and selling of inexpensive handguns (known as Saturday-night-specials) when such guns are commonly used for criminal purposes. The paper describes and analyzes the key facts in this gun debate and then reviews the implications for the stakeholders affected by the decisions taken and their interests.
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"Difficulties arise in trying to establish the proper scope to utilize in evaluating this problem: Suppose a gun manufacturer decides to move his factory overseas to China or Mexico as a way to cut production costs. The benefits in corporate profits and dividends to a large number of shareholders may be substantial. Likewise, the salesforce and customers could benefit by resulting cost reductions. But the consequences of this outsourcing for the working class employees, their families, and the other residents of the company's age-old New England hometown could be catastrophic. Who is to determine the greatest good for the greatest number in this context? Even those who opt for the shareholders side have to live with the consequences and experience the problems of rust belt states with decaying infrastructure."
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Japanese Vs. American Corporate Image, 2007.
This paper compares how Japanese and American corporate entities protect their ethical business image.
701 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 25.95
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The paper relates that the Japanese and American corporate cultures utilize different image protecting values. The paper looks at the Japanese Boshido Codes of Honor, which instills a more individualistic type of corporate image and is extremely important to the success or failure of the leader or employee. The paper then compares this to America's more secular or more "practical" ethical approach to protecting corporate image. The paper shows how these differing views highlight the contrasting elements of ethical values instilled within the modern Japanese and American corporate identity.
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"The Japanese culture is often been for centuries a country that has been isolated from the rest of the world due to extreme nationalism and resentment toward western imperialism. In the past, a distrust of "outsiders" such as Americans and Europeans has led to an individualistic process within Japanese business culture that rejects outside secular belief systems. Although modern Japanese society has recognized business ethical models through European identity (Kantian Philosophy) in modern times, there is a general tendency for Japanese business leaders and employees to follow their duties, yet not dishonor their own individual role within a particular organization."
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Argument against Cloning, 2007.
This paper looks at the issue of stem cell research and provides an argument against cloning.
3,153 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 91.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that ever since Dolly the sheep was cloned in 1996, cloning has been a controversial issue in contemporary medical ethics and biomedical research. The writer notes that cloning has many advocates, as it seems to offer the prospect of cures for diseases and illnesses that are currently incurable. However, the writer points out that it also has vociferous opponents, many of whom believe that scientists have no business interfering with sacred human life processes and beliefs. The writer maintains that the media furor generated by this admission highlights the importance of this issue. Moreover, the writer discusses that there is the ongoing problem that few scientific successes have been achieved in cloning. It remains unknown whether cloning will be utilized to cure diseases in our lifetime. This essay attempts to find the facts beneath the sensationalism, and argues that cloning is undesirable.
Outline:
Introduction
Background Information
Therapeutic Cloning
Reproductive Cloning
Benefits of Cloning
The Potential Benefits of Therapeutic Cloning
Limitations of Therapeutic Cloning
Limitations of Reproductive Cloning
The Arguments against Cloning
Arguments against Therapeutic Cloning
Arguments against Reproductive Cloning
Conclusion
From the Paper
"As mentioned above, the first reported successful clone was that of Dolly the sheep. This was an example of reproductive cloning, in which an embryo is created in order to grow it into a replica of the creature from which it is cloned. This is the most controversial application, as it involves creating life - and potentially, even creating human life. The process is the same as the beginning stages of therapeutic cloning, described above. However, instead of killing the embryo by harvesting stem cells, scientists allow it to continue growing, and then implant it into a womb. In the rare cases when this is successful, the embryo then grows to term and is born - an exact, new-born copy of the donor from whom the nucleus was taken."
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Counseling and Ethics, 2007.
A presentation of three psychotherapy case studies and the professional and ethical issues that arise.
1,277 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 43.95
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This paper presents three case studies within the realm of psychotherapy. It presents each case study individually and then discusses the professional and ethical issues that arise within each one. The paper concludes each case by discussing how it should be approached and then looking at the potential outcomes for each case.
Table of Contents:
Three Case Vignettes on Professional and Ethical Issues
First Vignette
Case Vignette #2 - Competence
Third Case Vignette
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"In this case, Sue has been seeing her high school counselor, Mr. Smith, weekly for two months. The school has a policy against long-term counseling so Mr. Smith refers Sue to a different counselor. The problem is that Sue refuses to see another counselor because she does not want to see anyone but Mr. Smith. The problem is that the school requires a referral, but Sue does not want another counselor. The potential issues in this case depend upon what Sue will do. The ethics code states that clients are treated with confidentiality. Any referrals require the consent of the client and a clear agreement must be reached before a referral can be made (Code of Ethics - D. Clients Served by Others 2004). Even visiting with the parents, confidentiality must be observed. An important ethical code relates to dual relationships even as simple as parents and children so the counselor must be careful in how the situation is handled. The main point is making sure not to increase the risk of harm for the client. If the client has threatened her life or the counselor feels the client is in danger, then the counselor must report this."
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Professional Ethical Issues, 2007.
This paper explores the difficult ethical decisions mental health professionals are sometimes forced to make.
1,621 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 52.95
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The paper outlines three vignettes which underscore the ethical choices mental health care professionals are required to make in the sensitive areas of disclosure and personal relationships. The paper briefly describes each situation, the ethical issues involved, what the American Psychological Association's Code of Conduct stipulates, what an experienced professional might do in such a situation and what consequences most likely will result from the eventual decision undertaken by the therapist. The paper strongly maintains that ethical conduct is as important as technical competence when it comes to protecting and serving clients.
From the Paper
"The first vignette up for discussion involves a young aspiring psychologist instructing in basic psychology at a local community college. In this particular instance, the teacher discovers the very first day of class that two of the students are patients with whom the instructor interacts on a regular basis at a local clinic. Naturally, this delicate situation raises the issue of what the instructor should do."
"Without question, the problem here is that a psychologist treating two individuals now finds him or herself instructing those individuals in a classroom setting with others present. Consequently, the danger is that information which might be injurious to the patients could conceivably come out - most likely by way of allusion - during the course of classroom conversations; the potential issues are therefore ones of privacy and also of not upsetting fragile psyches that are trying to cope with mental illnesses while keeping the rest of their lives in balance."
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Ethical Decision-Making, 2007.
A case study analyzing the ethical dilemmas involved in medication errors in a hospital.
1,299 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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This paper presents a case study of a nurse who notices that a patient has been given an incorrect dosage of a drug by her team leader. The paper describes the values, ethical principles and legal rules that are involved in this case. It then goes on to discuss the options and alternatives that this nurse has and her possible course of action. The paper suggests that if the hospital has clear guidelines, many ethical dilemmas can be avoided.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Ethical Situation: A Dilemma
Values
Reactions
Ethical Principles
Legal Rules
Options and Alternatives
Course of Action
Action Plan
Evaluation
From the Paper
"The incident must be reported. The first reason for this is that the nurse must "always use the patient's perspective as a starting point" (CNO, 2004, p. 5). The wellbeing of the patient is always to be the top priority for any nurse, over all other considerations. Secondly, the nurse is morally accountable, and this does not mean making what other individuals would believe to be the right decision. Instead, "it does mean being able to defend and justify whatever decision one makes" (Yeo & Moorhouse, 1996, p. 31). There is a good reason for reporting the incident, which demonstrates the importance of accountability. Legal rules and guidelines focus on ensuring competency, quality, and safety to patients. The nurse, as a professional, must make decisions and act on those decisions which are concerned with independent practice and collaboration (Keatings & Smith, 2000)."
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Ethics Awareness Inventory Analysis, 2007.
This paper presents a personal ethics awareness inventory analysis of Mr. Dave Anderson.
735 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 26.95
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The paper's ethics analysis shows how Mr. Anderson's ethical perspective is very results oriented and demands that the appearance of ethical standards and decision-making be substantiated by actual ethical conduct. The paper maintains that by utilizing the full arsenal of ethical training such as ethics awareness inventory analyses, ethics can be elevated to a business level competency that should influence business strategy.
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Abstract
Interpretation
Education & Ethical Thinking
Ethical Decision-Making
Conclusion
From the Paper
"The results of the ethical awareness inventory analysis indicate that I view ethics more project-oriented rather than process-oriented (Anderson, 2006). That is, while many others may debate the nature and character of ethics and the mechanism that goes into defining them, I view ethics as being largely results oriented or based on the outcome of actions regardless of the ethical debate antedating any action. According to the results, I am most concerned about achieving the greatest good for the greatest number of individuals possible. Yet, these results reveal a considerable amount of friction regarding my ethical perspective."
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