What are the fundamental building blocks of a good, comprehensive ethics program that is created for the purpose of educating employees? The role of the Ethics Officer is to ensure that the corporation’s ethics and values remain from and center to all employees and in the business practices. Also, Ethics Officer is responsible for the global ethics office, which is created to provide guidance, education and training to all of the employees and to help them comply with the code of ethics in their work environments. 3. What are some of the issues relating to online marketing and ethical conduct?
Starbucks continuous strive and strategic management plans have proven beneficial in keeping to the goals of the organization. Their management and stakeholders are instrumental in the sustainability plan and this paper will demonstrate Starbuck’s ability to be a corporate giant, yet be ethically responsible to the environment. Mission and Goals Starbuck’s original mission statement, as reported in the
Accountants have ethical responsibilities to many different parties, both internal and external to the company. The AICPA is used as a foundation because it covers professional conduct, integrity and general standards accounting principles. The code provides an ethical outline that all CPA members must adhere to. Accounting rules, regulations, and codes exist to ensure that the information presented is accurate and faithful to the financial circumstances. The AICPA is recognized as an authoritative source used to clarify accounting principles by offering guidance on official standards, new developments, and specific advice for accountants.
• Identify, understand, and explain the basic ethical theories that structure contemporary business thought. Discuss in detail the ethical code in your workplace and the effect it has on the mission! Reference: http://www.league.org/services/critical_ethical.html “As officers and employees of Enron Corp., its subsidiaries, and affiliated companies, we are responsible for conducting the business affairs of the companies in accordance with all applicable laws and a moral and honest manner. (Lay, 2000) “At Applied Industrial Technologies and its subsidiaries (“Applied®”), we are committed to the highest level of ethical conduct. I personally believe that the culture of ethics and integrity in all we do begins with every leader and each associate.
We all have an obligation to observe this Code of Ethics, not only to ensure that operations are conducted according to the law, but also to ensure the application of the highest standards and principles of corporate social responsibility. We also invite you to ask or report bad behaviors you have observed. It is Star Management & Consulting, Inc. policy not to retaliate against any person who reports in good faith. I am sure that with your support, enthusiasm, and commitment we are going to continue building the future as Star Management & Consulting, Inc. moves forward. Section II: Procedures & Standards: A.
The goals for (GCOE) are: to empower individuals through self-sufficiency, to provide commitment to lawful and ethical conduct, to deliver services that are of good quality, to maintain financial responsibility and stewardship, to act honest and fairly and exercise the best judgment, care and services to its clients. The National Business Ethics Survey results found that an ethical culture is vital in an agency’s to set informal social normal to enhance and sustain staff’s ethical behavior (Ethics Resource Center, 2005b). (GCOE) will instill an ethical culture among its client that involves developing therapeutic relationships. The ethical principles, mission and vision of the (GCOE) are rules which will be followed by agency staff and volunteer. General Overview of Organization Ethics Policies Ethical codes originate back in World War II with Johnson and Johnson’s Credo in 1943 which urged his agency to apply corporate responsibility to customers, employees, stockholders, and the community (Foster 2000)..
Kokemuller defines legal and ethical practices clearly stating, “Legal practices refer to processes and policies to abide by the law. Ethical practices refer to efforts to meet stakeholder expectations for business activities” (Kokemuller). Zions Bancorporation created the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Handbook to cover all ethical issues Zions believed should be addressed in its company. There are legal laws all employees of Zions must abide by, but Zions clearly defined all ethical expectations for the company as
Ethics and Product Consumption Maurice Hibbler MKT/431 May 13, 2013 Glenna Twing Ethics and Product Consumption This paper will evaluate Starbucks Coffee Company’s past performance marketing their product using the six pillars of the marketing code of ethics. The six pillars of the marketing code of ethics are honesty (trustworthiness), responsibility, caring, respect, fairness, and citizenship (Schindehutte, 2008). This paper will also detail how the company can further itself as a good corporate citizen through the development or expansion of its green initiatives and philanthropic commitments. In order for Starbucks Coffee Company to be successful it must maintain its commitment to its consumers, community, Shareholders, and employees by adhering to the six pillars of the marketing mix. The Company mission “to inspire and nurture the human spirit – one person, one cup and one neighborhood at a time” (Starbucks, 2013), which is consistent with the six pillars of the marketing code of ethics and corporate community progression.
ETH 557 Accounting Ethics Internal Policies and Procedures Internal policies and procedures are essential in developing an internal control framework, guiding operational processes, creating a safe working environment, and code of ethics to ensure an organization’s objectives are met accurately, safely, and ethically. An organization’s internal policies and procedures should be formally documented and given to employees for reference regarding what is expected of them as employees. Organizations develop internal policies and procedures to govern the behaviors of company employees. Additionally, internal policies and procedures are designed to protect an organization’s assets, minimize costs, maintain compliance, enforce internal controls, and provide a learning culture (Bianca, 2013). This paper will focus on internal policies and procedures for business contracts, electronic communications, and document retention related to these items.
What I have learned about ethical decision making Through the ethical self-assessment I have learned that I have strong leadership skills. The ethical self-assessment informed me that I have strong management capabilities through having the capabilities to overcome barriers in achieving my organization’s mission, goals, and work tasks. The ethical self-assessment has shown that I have the professional skills in being compassionate, understanding, honest, and respectful toward employees and patients. The ethical self-assessment taught me that I have the ability to place the importance of others before myself in personal gain. I have learned that in most situations I strive to be a role model to others and enforce the organizations professional ethical standards.