2. introduction
Ethics is the branch of social science. It deal with morality. It follows the rule what
is right and what is wrong.
Business Ethics related to ethical issues arise while doing business such as insider
trading, bribery, discrimination etc.
Business ethics also known as Corporate ethics.
3. Meaning of Ethics
Ethics is derived from the LATIN word 'mores and GREEK word 'ethikos' pertains to
character, moral and values.
Ethics- It can be defined as a set of principles used to determine what is "right"
when it comes to the conduct or behavior of an individual.
It deals with moral values and social values.
Ethics are very helpful when it comes to decision making. Because they have set of
rules and principles.
4. Meaning of Business Ethics
Business ethics are used in the world of business. Business ethics are set of code of
conducts, moral standards, principles used by organization to take decision
related within the organization.
Acc.to crane- "Business ethics is the study of business situation, activities and
decisions where issues of right and wrong are addressed“
Acc.to Baumhart- "The ethics of business is the ethics of responsibility. The
business man must promise that he will not harm knowingly”
5. FEATURES OF BUSINESS ETHICS
Code of conduct
Based on moral and Social values
A Discipline
Provides basic framework for doing business properly
Related to human aspect
Not against profit making
Develop personal Dignity
6. OBJECTIVE OF BUSINESS ETHICS
To Establish and maintain standards for the business.
social and environmental commitment.
Fair competition
Promote Understanding
Establishing reporting procedures
Building trust
Accountability
Safety of themselves
7. Social Responsibilities of Business
Stakeholders:
Every business has a social responsibility
to anyone who comes in contact with the
business namely the stakeholders!
Shareholders:
Responsibility to provide best return on
investment, share profits accordingly
and increase share price
Employees:
To pay a fair wage, create proper
working conditions and avoid
discrimination
Customers:
Produce reliable products, not mislead
consumers through advertising & deal
with complaints
Suppliers:
To honour contracts & pay promptly
Government:
Pay all taxes due, obey national laws
and co-operate with any decisions the
government makes
8. Coporate Governance
Coporate Governance is meant to run organisation in proper manner so that all
stakeholders, creditors, customers, employees, societies, government are dealt
fairly.
Integrated business management system
ISO certification
Risk management
Training management system
9. Business ethics and coperate governance
They complement eachother, an ethical organization is most likely to adopt good
governance practices.
Good governance means:
I. Transperancy
II. Protection of rights of stakeholders
Ethical guidelines:
a) Honesty and integrity.
b) Proper disclosure
c) Compliance of all laws
d) Act in good faith with due care, competance and duediligence
e) Avoid conflicts in personal and professional relationship.
10. Features of an ethical organization
Ethical imagination
Ethical identification
Ethical evaluation
Tolerance of ethical disagreement
Integration of managerial and ethical competancy
Sense of ethical obligation
11. IMPORTANCE OF BUSINESS ETHICS
Reduced business malpractices, improves performance
Consumer satisfaction
Creates good image and improve customer's confidence; hence good reputation in society
Safeguarding consumers rights
Motivated employees
Growth of firms as well as growth of employees
Loyal investors
Develop good relationship
Better decision making
smooth functioning
12. Ground Rules or principles of Business
Ethics
The following are some of the universal virtues which every human being or business
should imbibe, develop and practice to be ethical in life:
Be trustworthy
Keep an open mind
Have respect for others, meet obligations
Own responsibility
Be fair in dealings
Maintainance of proper record
Be caring towards well being of others, play a role in the development of community
14. How Organizations Shape Ethical Conduct
Ethical Awareness
Code of Conduct Formal statement that defines how the organization expects and requires
employees to resolve ethical questions.
Ethical Reasoning
Codes of conduct cannot detail a solution for every ethical situation, so corporations
provide training in ethical reasoning.
Ethical Action
Helping employees recognize and reason through ethical problems and turning hem into
ethical actions
Ethical Leadership
Executives must demonstrate ethical behavior in their actions.
15. Firms which follows Business Ethics
Premier, Inc. - 15 Times Honoree
Based In: Charlotte, North Carolina
Ethics: Fair Employment, Environmental Impact
Known For: Healthcare
Ensuring their own corporate operations protect and improve the environment.
Identifying and helping their clients choose responsible products and services
which are safe and effective, and yet minimize their environmental impact. In a
rapidly evolving healthcare industry, Premier is collaborating with more than 4,400
hospitals and 225,000 providers to improve the way care is delivered.
16. Firms which follows Business Ethics
WM - 13 Times Honoree
Based In: Houston, Texas
Ethics: Recycling, Renewables, Inclusive Employment
Known For: Waste Management, Environmental Services
Driven by a focus on maximizing resource value while minimizing environmental
impact, the company is tackling climate change and social inequities on different
levels. Their collection trucks run on compressed natural gas (CNG) as they roll in
and out of neighborhoods where they pick up waste for recycling. Former reclaimed
landfills are becoming solar fields with prime locations, as they are always close to
existing infrastructure.
17. Firms which follows Business Ethics
Deere & Company - 15 Times Honoree
Based In: Moline, Illinois
Ethics: Equality, Recycling, CO2 Reduction
Known For: Agricultural Machinery, Heavy Equipment
In 2020, the company was looking to reduce CO2 emissions on 90% of its
products. increase the use of sustainable materials, and recycle 85% of total
waste. In the previous year, Deere has seen an increase of women in global
management positions as well as an increase of non-white employees
in US management.
18. Firms which follows Business Ethics
Fauji Fertilizer Company(FFC)
Based in: Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan
Ethics: return on equity, advisory services, schooling
Based on: Manufacturing fertilizer
By working round-the-clock for the betterment of farmers and consumers,
providing free farmer advisory services. FFC has proved to be an asset to Pakistan.
FFC sets an example of high dividend payout to the tune of over 90%. The
beneficiaries of this payout include hospitals and educational institutes for the
families of people who have sacrificed their today for the nation's tomorrow.