...Code of Ethics Bus/210 Friday December 12, 2013 Jeannette Lipford This code of conduct will help guide the ethical business practices of all persons and employees of Angie’s Computer Repair Service. These codes will define the responsibilities for each and every employee of Angie’s Computer Repair Service. by protecting our business reputation as ethical and a reliable Computer Repair Service. As a company we will comply with all the state and local laws, Employees will conduct themselves in a professional manner when dealing with company business. Employees will not discriminate against one another do their gender, race, religion, or beliefs we will be treated fairly and equally. There will be a zero tolerance for harassment of any sort whether it is intentional or unintentional. All employees including myself must be able to depend on each other’s truthfulness as well has have the ability to be able to step up and bring issues and concerns to the proper people. We will strive to provide excellent customer service to our clients. Employees will do what is in the best interest of the company to help the company to continue to grow and gain new business. Failing to protect the company’s interest along with our affiliates may result in suspension and or termination. We here at Angie’s Computer Repair Service pride ourselves on maintaining our good reputation within the community. Therefore these rules will be the standard functions of our good business practices;...
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...Code of Ethics Compare & Contras Concordia University Code of Ethics Compare & Contrast The three codes of ethics that I chose to compare and contrast are those of the American Health Care Association (AHCA), the Health Information Professionals (HIP), and the American Nurses Association (ANA). Each one of these organizations have areas that are very similar to each other, as well as areas that are completely different. This paper points out the most common ethical codes which are practiced by each of the three establishments while on the same hand showing how vastly different they are. American Health Care Association The first code of ethics is from the American Health Care Association, or AHCA for short. What I found interesting about this particular code of ethics was that it seemed to be right down the middle compared to the other two. The ethics of the AHCA seem to be greatly centered on long term care for those in the community who need it and the standards of which they are upheld to. There is also more emphasis on self-accountability and just being a good person by doing what is right. The AHCA also considers itself as a model for other healthcare organizations when it comes to establishing the moral guidelines for employers as well as employees to follow. Patient advocacy and the strength of the relationship with the community are repeatedly emphasized in these ethics codes, which suggests that above all, healthcare providers should put the needs...
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...be paying with funds provided by government sources, we have decided it would be appropriate to have an ethics program in place before we start offering services. A company must have an effective ethics program to ensure that all employees understand its values and comply with the policies and codes of conduct that create its ethical culture (Ferrell, Ferrell & Fraedrich, 2008, p. 211). In order to develop an effective ethics program, it must contain certain items. It must first have a code of conduct to establish what is and is not acceptable behavior and to set a general corporate tone as to how employees are expected to conduct themselves. Second, it should have a high level corporate officer in charge of the program. This will also help demonstrate the importance of ethics to the corporation. Third, an effective and ongoing ethics training program is necessary to ensure all employees are aware of what is expected of them. Fourth, a system to monitor and enforce ethical standards must be in place in order to hold employees accountable for their actions and lastly, it must have a mechanism to modify and improve the program when deficiencies appear. When developing our code of conduct, we will use a values orientation instead of a compliance orientation. A compliance orientation approach sets a negative tone, as it sets regulations and rules and the punishment for violating them. A values approach is positive and inclusive and motivates people to willingly follow...
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...Code of Ethics Teresa Sieck ETH/ 316 July 2, 2012 Ed McCullough Code of Ethics A code of ethics is a collection of principles practiced and followed by management of businesses and corporations around the world (Spiro, 2010). A businesses code of ethics works with a company’s mission statement and policies of conduct that gives employees, partners, venders, and outsiders an understanding of what the company stands for and believes in (Boylan, 2009). It should address the differences or variations in both company’s industry and its broader goals for social responsibility (How to create a company code of ethics, 2012). It should be strong enough to serve as a guide for employees with questions to resolve issues on their own if needed (Trevino & Nelson, 2007). Wal-Mart is one of the largest corporations in the United States. As one of the largest corporations the company has a social responsibility to their employees, customers, and the community. The code of ethics works with and around these principals. Wal-Mart has three basic principles, 1) respect for the individual, 2) service to the customer, and 3) striving for excellence (What is Wal-Mart’s Code of ethics, 2011). The following is an example of what a code of ethics could be and what values a business may have. Vision Statement: People are assets not possessions; employees, customers, and communities should be treated with fairness, respect, honesty and integrity. The corporation’s global vision is to...
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...The corporate world is one of great prestige, earning potential, and recognition, but it can also be a world in which corruption, mismanagement, and failure can lead to devastating consequences, ending careers and tarnishing reputations. The AccuForm case study reflects the complex nature of business and its relationship to ethical dilemmas, corporate culture, and managerial competence and responsibility. With a variance in personalities, motives, and expectations companies such as AccuForm struggle to maintain an environment in which integrity is upheld and not usurped by individual greed or contradictory values. This case study illustrates the challenges within businesses and confirms the need for organizations to seriously and meticulously evaluate company policies and systems, clearly define managerial goals and expectations, and assist in the edification of the entire workforce. To understand the implications of this case, one must analyze the organization’s partnerships. Undoubtedly, the partnership between AccuForm and CreaseFree created a monumental challenge that clearly reflects how systems and culture can be a detriment to the productivity of a company. Entering into a joint venture was a very costly decision for AccuForm. The immediate challenge faced by the company was the obvious dichotomy of the business practices and belief systems of the organizations. This challenge was most significant because it was the basis for all of the ignoble actions that would soon...
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...Chipotle Code of Ethics Strayer University Business 100 December, 22, 2013 Chipotle Code of Ethics The use of a standard code of ethics is vital for the survival of any business, since it helps in guiding all managerial decisions, creating a framework from which all the decisions are based. The significance of this will not only help in creation of an understanding within the boundaries of the business, but also help in setting of standards for interaction with the external stakeholders (Halbert & Ingulli, 2009). With this knowledge, I believe that Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. will be able to provide high quality services to all its customers and also be able to hire highly qualified personnel who understand the mission of the business (Mika, 2010). From my own perception and experience Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. had provided me great service quality. The key areas of my Business’s code of ethics are the “Integrity Statement”. Through this code, employees are expected to act in an honest manner and always be real, even when the supervisor is not watching. It is a known fact that business relationships are primarily based on trust, which is required for a healthy restaurant - customer relationship and improvement of the employer – employee relationship (Halbert & Ingulli, 2009). Employees who are able to earn the trust of their employers are able to enjoy a certain level of independence. For example, if there is...
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...Internal and External Factors MGT/230 May 12, 2014 Michael Goldberg Internal and external factors affect the four factors of management. Internal factors affect a business from within itself without any outside factors. External factors come from an outside environment. There are many functions to an effective management, but the most important factors are planning, organizing, directing, and controlling. These factors can affect how a business is maintained. The organization we will be covering is Google. Globalization, technology, innovation, diversity and ethics play key roles in the corporation. Globalization Globalization means worldwide integration and development (dictionary.com). Internal factors of globalization are production, development, customer service and marketing. Over the past decade, Google has positioned itself so that their name, software, etc. appears on every laptop, tablet, phone, etc. across the world. Google has to make sure that internally it evaluates the capabilities of its employees. Sometimes it is necessary to move people around so that the right people are responsible for the right areas. Because they have done such a good job at this. They provide superior customer service in every part of the globe and their marketing strategies requirements of the people using their products and the laws that come along with doing business in another country. An example of a huge external factor that affected Google was an incident that...
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...that Derek’s old employer did not make him sign a contract that the software he helped develop would be the sole property of the company; However Derek’s new employer made no such mistake, they had him sign a contract for all software he develops would be the sole property of the company. Derek had already talked with a few old friends from his old job about what he intended to do with customer service software only to make his work more efficient. Although he was asked / warned it would create a possible problem or would sort of be unethical Derek went ahead anyways. All though Derek was the primary contributor in the development of the management software he was not the only one that worked on it, ethically Derek is breaking the code of not using or taking credit for the work of others without specific acknowledgment and authorization. Just few days before Derek implemented the software he talked with a few coworkers who told...
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...the story and discuss it more-or-less along the following lines: If it describes a problem, propose your own solution. If it proposes a solution, critique it. If it describes a situation as non-problematic and therefore requiring no solution, state whether or not you agree, and why. Your analysis should include a discussion of applicable legal rules and ethical codes, of any. It also should identify competing viewpoints and address international variation if relevant. The rubric for grading this question is as follows: Task Description Deficient Below Expectations As expected Identify at least one current issue that involves business ethics as they relate to financial professionals (30%) Fails to identify any genuine issue. (0 – 4 points) Identifies one genuine issue explicitly listed in the article. (5 – 10 points) Identifies at least one genuine issue not explicitly listed in the article. (11 – 25 points) Discuss applicable ethics codes or legal rules; identify competing viewpoints; address international variance if relevant. (40%) Fails to identify applicable ethics code or legal rules, fails to identify competing viewpoints and/or fails to address relevant international variation. (0 – 6 points) Fails to advance a plausible resolution of the issue identified. (0 – 4 points) Identifies all requisite matters but do not discuss them. (7 – 11 points) Discuses all requisite matters. (12 – 35 points) Advance...
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...An Examination and Reactions to the Movie Antwone Fisher MCPY 600 August 16th, 2007 The movie, Antwone Fisher is a wonderful and thought provoking film full of symbolism, pain, and hope. Antwone Fisher takes the audience through a journey of various subsystems of communities: prison, orphanage, foster care, homeless shelter, and the Navy. However a community encompasses more than a system. Community is ever changing, evolving, and interacting with the needs of the people developing into their own. Communities are influenced by environment, political climate, and economy. We watch Antwone Fisher dream of his perfect family, and the need he has to make a connection with his past. However, the journey he goes through with the help of his Psychiatrist, Dr. Davenport and his girl friend Cheryl, is trying, sometimes turbulent, and full of pit-falls. Antwone reaches his own epiphany when he learns who he is, meets his family, and is able to trust others while overcoming his fear of rejection and abandonment. As I watched the events unfold through Antwone’s eyes, I asked myself what specific influences kept him from turning to violence and crime on the streets. I find those answers by carefully examining the progression of events, Antwone’s choices, positive influences, as well as looking at the meaning and symbolism behind the scenes. The first scene of Antwone Fisher sets the tone for the character development...
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...highest of standards. This is especially true for someone who teaches young children. According to the NAEYC’s Code of Ethical Conduct, "P-1.2—We shall not participate in practices that discriminate against children by denying benefits, giving special advantages, or excluding them from programs or activities on the basis of their race, religion, sex, national origin, or the status, behavior, or beliefs of their parents” (Naeyc.org). If the code gets violated it will not end up positive for either party involved. I work for a local Head Start program in Guthrie Oklahoma. Every teacher must uphold the ethical code of conduct. If a teacher is found violating the code he or she must answer for the violation. Incident Description In the spring of last year the four year old teacher had a child in her class who had a behavioral problem. The teacher tried everything that she could to get the child to behave. The child would have good days and bad days. Towards the end of the school year the good days were few and far between. The teacher decided to tell the child’s parent that he was no longer allowed to be in her class. This is not only a ethical violation but it is also a Head Start violation. She told the parent that the child was not allowed to be at graduation because of his behavior. Outcome The Head Start program that I work for makes it a point to follow all ethical rules and regulation. They go above and beyond to make sure that every child gets the best education in a healthy...
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...data, ideas or words, either quoted directly or paraphrased. We also certify that this assignment was prepared by us specifically for this course. Student’s Signatures ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ Table of Contents Definition of Problems 3 The Lack of Ethical Culture and Stakeholder Orientation 4 Low Board’s Professionalism 5 Poor Trust and Excessive Emphasis on Marketing 5 Identification of Possible Action Alternatives 6 Analysis of Each Alternative 7 Doing Nothing 7 Hiring a New Board of Directors 7 Developing a New Code of Conduct 8 Developing a New Organizational Strategy to Reconstruct the Ethical Climate 10 Decision 10 Implementation 11 Evaluation 13 Conclusion 14 References 15 Case Decision Making Paper- Red Cross In a world of intensive competition and numerous marketing challenges, maintaining trust in the organization-stakeholder relationships is an extremely difficult task. Numerous organizations have failed to achieve the desired strategic...
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...Week Three Checkpoint: Code of Ethics bus/210 Please post your response to the following Checkpoint in the Assignments section of eCampus. Using Chapter 5 of Introduction to Business as a resource: Imagine that you are starting your own company. What will be the ethical code of your company? In a 200- to 300- word response, draft an ethical code of conduct listing the rules and principles that your company will use in decision-making. This may involve how you operate your business on a daily basis, how you treat employees, how customers are handled, etc. Provide a brief explanation of why you selected each rule and/or principle. This would be my company’s code of conduct that I would expect each one of my employees should fallow. To ensure that all my employees comply with my company’s code of conduct this agreement will be signed by each employee. Each employee shall protect all confidential information. Employee’s has an obligation to safeguard the companies, customers, clients and other confidential information, this includes during employment and after resignation / termination. Employees must not misuse company property. Security of company property is of vital importance, company property includes not only tangible property, company vehicles, desks and computers, but also intangible property such as proprietary and confidential information. Employees should only have a professional relationship with customers. It is important to realize that...
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...Comparing and Contrasting the Code of Ethics Aquila' Mahdi Counseling 501 Liberty University February 26, 2012 Dr. S. Sadik Abstract This paper will attempt to examine the code of ethics from the American Counseling Association (ACA) and the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC). It will take a look at the differences and similarities shared between the two organizations, respectfully. It will examine confidentiality, dual roles and sexual intimacies. Comparing and Contrasting the Code of Ethics This paper will attempt to examine the code of ethics from the American Counseling Association (ACA) and the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC). It will take a look at the differences and similarities shared between the two organizations, respectfully. It will examine confidentiality, dual roles and sexual intimacies. Establishing trust between the client and therapist is crucial in developing a relationship within the therapeutic structure. In the role of counselor, it is imperative that confidential information shared by the client isn’t divulged outside of the confines of therapy unless the client has given the therapist permission to do so. The only exception in which a therapist can break the client-therapist confidentiality is within the context of the law. It is important for a therapist to discuss confidentiality and its limitations within the initial consult of therapy. When counseling a family or more than one person during a...
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...question of whether they should differ can be addressed more comprehensively. So firstly, what are personal ethics? We all have them but so many people seem to be unsure as to what they really are. "Ethics is a code of values which guide our choices and actions and determine the purpose and course of our lives." (Ayn Rand 1955) If we continue on the road to understanding we learn that ethics are learnt and adopted over time. “Moral character is shaped by family, church, and education.” (Prof Kenneth Andrews, 1989) This clearly illustrates that personal ethics are not a generic set of principles adopted homogenously by all people but that there is are many differences between individuals personal ethics and what some people would say is right and moral, others would say is not, and others would simply be indifferent. Professional ethics, on the other hand, are defined as the ‘giving of one’s best to ensure that clients’ interests are properly cared for, but in doing so the wider public interest is also recognized and respected’. (Howard Land, Unknown date). The specific code of ethics that a professional adheres to depends on the line of work in which they find themselves and to which certification of charter they belong. It is essential to note that all codes of professional ethics are in place for the good of the client and the general public. Clearly their intention is good- companies want to ensure consistency of values and that employees operate in an honest manner...
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