Essays and Research Papers on Business Ethics

A 7 page overview of the obvious intent of the tobacco companies to target women and girls in their advertising campaigns. The author cites several statistics and examples which demonstrate the effectiveness of such campaigns. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 10 page paper looks at how various businesses and individuals tried to make money off of the terrorist attacks. Several aspects are explored inclusive of profiteering by drug companies, filing of false insurance claims and layoffs that were blamed on the attacks. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

An 8-page paper detailing the arguments for and against casino gambling in Florida. Included are concerns about increased crime, the toll taken on smaller businesses and the existence of several forms of gambling already in the state. Lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper focuses on the Delaware Valley in a discussion on downsizing. The problem with downsizing is explored, particularly as it affects middle-aged employees. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

The lack of meritocracy has often been assumed to indicate a lower manifestation of ethical approached being adopted by organisations. In this 7 page paper the writer considers if this is true and looks at the role that meritocracy will have on any organisations when it comes to moral or ethical decisions or actions. The ...

A 5 page paper which examines the positive and negative aspects of the code, considers its effectiveness and reasons for conclusions. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page paper outlines an ethical dilemma in the workplace. Specific procedures are given in which a person may try to resolve any problems. One case study involved(fictional), which include examples of each procedure. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page essay that contrasts and compares William M. Adler's Mollie's Job and Robert B. Reich's The Work of Nations. The writer argues that while both books address the rapid expansion of the global workplace, they do so in very different manners, which are complementary in many ways. No additional sources cited.

6 pages in length. When American enterprises like McDonald's and Burger King express a desire to expand beyond their North American continent, there are a number of environmental and distribution issues that must first be addressed; even after business has begun, these same concerns are revisited in an effort to maintain a certain level ...

9 pages. Age discrimination is becoming more and more prevalent in the workplace whether we want to believe that or not. Many companies now have been known to 'lay off' their older employees, only to later re-hire younger employees to fill the same positions. This not only saves money in salaries (the younger ...

This 5 page report discusses whether or not whistleblowing violates company loyalty. What must be considered is the broad range of factors that go into any individual or group of people deciding that something their employer is doing is not right and must be stopped. The complexities inherent to whistleblowing has made it one of ...

This 6 page paper looks at the company's code of ethics and compares it with an industry organization's. The IEEE is looked at in terms of its ethical code. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

10 pages in length. The concept of a rational society – in which the entire community is greatly influenced by the principles to which its members adhere both individually and collectively – has indeed proven to be one of the most powerful standards of civilized culture. When something goes awry, deviating from how ...

A 5 page paper. Enron was named as the most innovative corporation in America for six straight years by Fortune Magazine. In late 2001, however, the S&P had downgraded Enron stock to junk status. What happened? This is the topic of this paper. Diversification, conflicts of interest, unethical operations, misrepresentations – these all played a ...

This 7 page paper provides an overview of corporate ethics. Recent changes in ethics considerations for corporations is highlighted. How ethics is implemented in corporate America is discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page discussion of media bias as it relates to the relationship which exists between journalists and relief agencies. These agencies not only act in the relief effort itself, they also provide considerable assistance to reporters. At the same time they are financially dependent on reporters calling attention to their plight. ...

This tutorial essay examines many facets of the Enron scandal, including why it happened, what Congressional testimony revealed, and how financial and accounting practices are likely to change in the wake of the energy company's demise. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page research paper that examines the ageism from an ethical standpoint. The writer looks at the prevalence of age discrimination in business practice. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

6 pages in length. The Society for Medical Decision Making is an organization that was established to meet the growing needs of health care by promoting rational and systematic approaches to decision making that will improve the health and clinical care of individuals and assist health policy formation. By imparting this significant responsibility ...

A 6 page paper assessing the morality of corporate growth. There is a contingent of society that persists in holding to the view of the “evil corporation,” that entity that grows unchecked to the point that it is able to take over nearly anything it wants: markets, local governments, the hearts of politicians. ...

7 pages in length. Safety is of utmost importance within the building industry; amidst one of the most dangerous work environments, employees must be protected from the myriad hazards waiting to turn into catastrophic accidents. While workers attempt to be as safety-minded as possible when it comes to work practices, there still exists ...

A 7 page paper discussing what happened at Enron and the role that it appears that auditing firm Arthur Andersen played. The Enron story is still unfolding and we do not yet know the extent of the damage of the company’s collapse, but former investors already are suing for a litany of reasons using ...

8 pages in length. The factors that contributed to Henry's resignation speak to the notion of his ethical forthrightness when it comes to producing safe and functioning equipment. That his company landed the deal of a lifetime that would ultimately "put them on the map" did not mean a thing to Henry, whose ...

This essay analyzes a business case study in which a male employee is accusing a superior and a colleague of sexual harrassment and inappropriate misconduct toward him. The paper advises a human resources director about what to do in these situations. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

An 8 page discussion of the observation that liability one faces for their actions often varies according to the particulars of the situation. Society holds some individuals and professions to higher standards of legal accountability and responsibility than we do other individuals and professions. This variance is justified by the potential impact an ...