...Ethics Denise Griego ETH/316 June 4, 2014 Angela Peinado Ethics Many cultures have different perspectives of ethics and morals. Not one opinion or perspective is correct. Religious groups think their perspective and knowledge of ethics and morals pertain to God or gods. Theists think their perspective does no pertain to a God. Which group is correct? In this essay the information obtained will describe what each groups knowledge is pertaining to ethics and morals. The person obtaining the knowledge will be the one to determine which is correct and has the best definition. Similarities between virtue theory, utilitarianism, and deontological ethics are they all to making the right and wrong decisions. Determining which will be most effective with the way one was raised, or learned while growing up. Everyone should have been taught right from wrong at a young age. Not everyone is taught the same beliefs, but knowing right from wrong is the key issue. Differences between virtue theory, utilitarianism, and deontological ethics are the group, or range of people the ethics or morals is taught to. Also the group of people or person decides which form is best needed in the situation at hand. Virtue theory is described as what is means to be good; the Greek philosopher Aristotle described the virtual theory as a median between excesses, and habits of the character. Thomas Aquinas philosopher and theologian priest adds the religious component to the virtue theory. Father Thomas...
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...Ethics Final ETH/316 10/06/2013 In Ethics 316 we discussed what it means to not only be ethical but what it means to be socially responsible. In the next few pages we will be looking more in depth week by week on what ethical theories are, what it means to be socially responsible, and how something could be ethical but not legal. Ethical Theories During our first week we looked at Ethical Theories which included deontological ethics, utilitarianism, and virtue ethics. To go through and brake down each one individually would take way to long, so instead we will be looking more into Utilitarianism. To be able to discuss Utilitarianism we first need to understand what it is. According to Michael Boylan Basic Ethics, Second Edition (2009), “Utilitarianism is a theory that suggests that an action is morally right when that action produces more total utility for the group than any other alternative. Sometimes this has been shortened to the slogan, “The greatest good for the greatest number.” All ethics play some part in what we consider right and wrong, but Utilitarianism also looks at cause and effect. We see cause and effect in our everyday lives with the decisions we make even at a subconscious level. In business we look at what will benefit not only the business but ourselves and compare it to the outcome to determine if it will benefit what we are trying to achieve. A basic way to look at it would be “If I work hard and show them I am capable of not only...
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...Week 1 Ethics Essay Chiana Beard ETH/316 October 8, 2012 Richard Sorrentino Week 1 Ethics Essay Ethics is the basis of many theories and debates. It is the basis of deterring what is right and wrong based on one’s beliefs. Topics about ethics often bring about in-depth discussions about individual characteristics concerning virtues, values, and moral concepts. The Virtue Theory, Utilitarianism, and Deontological Ethics are theories that involve those aspects of ethics. These theories have commonalities; however, there are differences in the theories as well. The Virtue theory often refers to character or ethics. The word “virtue” comes from the Greek word for excellence. This theory suggests one should strive for excellence or perfection. There is a strong correlation between this theory and the U.S. Army motto, “Be All That You Can Be.” Nike’s “Just Do It” also suggests one should push themselves to the limit and strive for perfection. In addition to striving for excellence, one bases the quantity of character on the length of time that one continually achieves that excellence. If one is constantly striving to be good, but slips, have they lost all character and no longer hasethics? The virtue theory suggests it is a collection of actions that develops into who a person becomes over time (Boylan, 2009). Utilitarianism is a group-based theory that suggests one will do what is morally right for the greater good of the team or group involved. It...
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...Individual Organization Profile Tina Campos ETH/316 January 11, 2014 Karen Harvey There is an organization call DOVES in my community. This organization is a non-profit organization/business that is dedicated to help individuals who has suffered from violence such as abuse, dating violence, sexual abuse, and stalking services. This organization helps out with victims who experiencing any violence and how to deal with it. Also within this program they also help prepare an individual in the future if they are even put into a situation in regards to abuse and what actions should be taken. The organization open speaks with individuals and even family in regards to do with violence and/or abuse. It is explained as to how you may feel in regards to any type of abuse/violence and what possibilities that can be taken in regards to what can be done if the issue arises. You have meetings with the victims and families to have everyone involved so that the victim is not alone if they are ever a victim of abuse and violence. Every victim’s reaction to an assault is different; however, they may find it helpful to learn more about sexual assault and some common reactions victims experience during and after the assault. At the DOVES Program, advocates are available by phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 866-95-DOVES (866-953-6837). You can also call if you feel you need support and guidance. DOVES have resources and information that may help you out and the victim. ...
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...Ethics Essay Week 1 ETH/316 May 26, 2014 Ethics Essay Week 1 Ethics is important in today’s societies because it sets characteristics of doing right and wrong. It is a set of principles that helps determine what decisions or actions an individual carries out in day-to-day living. Three ethical theories to be discussed are: Virtue theory, Utilitarian theory, and Deontological theory. Virtue theory is based on the concept of what it means to be “good”. In Greek meaning, also referred to as “excellence”. Virtue theory is a character ethic with the viewpoint that ones lives their life to cultivate excellence in all that they do. This ethical theory can be moral and nonmoral. An example of nonmoral would be an athlete that strives to be the best in their sport. A moral would be a religious leader that lives his or her life by the rules of their religion. The problem with the virtue theory is others often judge people harshly if seen not living up to the goodness or excellence that they are supposed to be portraying. For example, President Clinton was reamed by the media and public when it became known that he was having an affair with an intern. Though he might have been doing his job well, he didn’t hold the ethic standards in the public opinion to be in the president position. Next theory discussed is Utilitarian, the concept of being a team player. Utilitarianism is putting the good of the team before their own good. This theory suggests that their actions produce...
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...Week 1: Ethics Essay ETH/316 Ethics Ethics are the ways in which we react to an experience or situation. Ethics are instilled within individuals and spill over to the workplace. There are various types and theories on ethics such as the virtue theory, the utilitarianism theory, and the deontological theory. There are similarities as well as differences for each theory. The virtue theory focuses on the character of the individual. It highlights the idea of how a person can be “good” and what it takes for a person to be considered “good”. This theory originated with the Greeks as they thought in order to be praiseworthy one had to develop certain habits and characteristics. (Boylan, M.,2009) Virtue Ethics takes the viewpoint that individuals should always strive for excellence. The problem with virtue ethics is that it relies on common opinion, meaning that one individual is able to judge whether or not another is being “good” or achieving excellence, but what makes that person the judge of all judges? When looking at virtue ethics an individual would strive for excellence, however what would make that person great? Virtue ethics would do really well in a society where everyone is expected to achieve the same goals or behave the same way; on the other hand in a society where self-expression and individual choices are respected and praised virtue ethics would have difficulty taking shape. The utilitarianism ethical theory differs from virtue...
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...Week 1 Ethics Essay ETH/316 June 10, 2013 Ethics Essay This paper is to compare the similarities and differences between virtue theory, utilitarianism, and deontological ethics. The actions that judge these comes with consequences of the same and how well people conduct themselves based on their set of duties. The questions that come into mind are “what should I do?” also “what sort of person should I be?” The first question is focused on the deontological and teleological where the second question focuses on the virtue theory. These ethical values form a relationship among them, and varies in the purpose of the actions and ethical values that we have in which as a person make moral decisions based on the actions that would make us a good person. When discussing ethics and the similarities of the different lenses one should explain what the lenses are, a description of the differences in which each theory addresses ethics and morality. First, ethics may be defined as, the basic concepts and fundamental principles of human right conduct which includes the study of universal value. These theories all include judging in different aspects, whether it is in the moment, what happens after, or over a lifetime. 1. Virtue theory is dealing mainly with the character of a person. This theory emphasizes one’s character not he obligations or duties expected of them. Virtues are qualities that virtually morally good and desirable in a person. 2. Utilitarian theory usually...
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...Week 1 Ethics Essay xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Ethics and Social Responsibility xxxxxxx xxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxx Ethics Essay Ethics is a branch of philosophy that uses the behavior of people to determine the difference between what is morally right and wrong. This essay will compare and contrast three theories of ethics: Virtue, utilitarianism, and deontological. The Virtue theory focuses on a person’s virtue or moral character to define his or her behavior. Beginning with the Greek philosophers Plato and Aristotle, they used reason to ask what traits make a good person? They determined that a virtue is a trait of good character that is continually practiced and manifests itself in habitual actions. These character traits would exemplify a persons “better nature.” The early Greeks believed that by acquiring the right virtues, you would act in the right way. Aristotle said that a moral virtue is a mean between two extremes, the one involving excess and the other deficiency. He believed a person who learned these good habits would continue to seek the actions to further excellent moral character. This action would lead a person to the find the medium between both extremes, but he also believed that each action was dependent on the person so no one moral mean would be sufficient. Utilitarianism is a theory put forward by Jeremy Bentham. Bentham created the Principle of Utility that states, “We should command an action if it produces benefits, advantages, please, good...
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...Ethics Essay Teresa Galindo ETH/316 January 11, 2016 Matt Barrett Ethics Essay Ethical theories are sets of rules that are meant to serve as a foundation to help people find solutions when they encounter ethically-challenging situations in life. These rules are guidelines for how humans should behave when relating to one another (Panza, 2010). This essay will compare the similarities and differences between virtue theory, utilitarianism, and deontological ethics. A situational example will be added to demonstrate how the utilitarian theory relates to virtue, values and morals. Ethical Theories - Similarities The virtue theory centers around the idea that all ethical choices are based on an individual’s morals and beliefs. The results of the decisions made by that individual are solely based on what he/she considers morally correct even if in some instances laws might be broken. The utilitarian theory is based on the idea decisions must be made to ensure the results benefit the “greater-good” not just for one person’s self-interest. The outcome should decrease suffering and increase happiness of the world. The virtue and utilitarian theories are similar in that their purpose is to reduce suffering regardless of pre-imposed laws. Deontological theory revolves around making decisions based purely on obeying pre-set rules and laws. Obeying the pre-conceived rules and laws is the correct thing to do even if the outcome could increase suffering (Manias, Monroe, &...
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...The Responsibility Project Sharon Lewis ETH/316 May 21, 2012 Michael Mc Neal The Responsibility Project The issues in the film are important because ethical principles are what shape and define the values of any organization. The Responsibility Project is what Liberty Mutual has addressed to put together a program that helps those in need in the communities around them and to better themselves as well. This is one company that has gone above and beyond to help those within their community. The need and desire to improve and to make a better life for their children is what Greyston Bakery has in mind. They are a for-profit business that has a bottom line that they go by: “We don’t hire people to make brownies; we make brownies in order to hire people” (Greyston Bakery, 2011). They hire those people that might be considered “hard to employ”. They are part of a foundation that helps individuals get back on their feet and get their lives together as a way to succeed. This bakery is just one of the Foundation’s enterprises in which its program is capable of reaching 2,200 community members annually. The Greyston Bakery was founded in 1982 by a Zen Buddhist meditation group that was led by Bernard Tetsugen Glassman. Glassman who was a former aerospace engineer had an entrepreneurial spirit and a bold vision. He borrowed $300,000 and opened the small bakery in the Bronx. His original goal had been to produce quality, locally made products that would give...
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...ETH/316 Week 3 Assignment Organizational Ethnics The company Granite and Marble Warehouse is a place of business where we sell Marble, Granite, Quartz, Tile, and so much more. The company is a very good company, because most of our products that we sell is very interesting which we find most of the products a wall of art. The company is a new business, which have been in business since 2007, which their advertising for the company is by word of mouth. The stones that we carry are all natural which comes from all over the world for individuals to choose color and style of Granite and Marble which could be regular Granite and or Exotic Granite and Marble which is more expensive than others. Ethical principles are principles that I haven’t seen, because the company itself is very lenient when it comes to information about the job. The ethical principles that I do believe should be in place are to treat every employee the same, and not discriminate against one another. Another ethical problem that I have noticed here at my job is that the company don’t treat customers fairly like they are supposed to. The reason I feel this way is, because every day we are working with so many customers, and when those customers come in to choose Granite or Marble, I think that it’s very unethical for customers to get different prices depending on how big their kitchen or vanity, which will give them their price. Another unethical issue that I seem to discover is not being honest, when...
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...ETH/316 Week 3 Assignment Organizational Ethnics The company Granite and Marble Warehouse is a place of business where we sell Marble, Granite, Quartz, Tile, and so much more. The company is a very good company, because most of our products that we sell is very interesting which we find most of the products a wall of art. The company is a new business, which have been in business since 2007, which their advertising for the company is by word of mouth. The stones that we carry are all natural which comes from all over the world for individuals to choose color and style of Granite and Marble which could be regular Granite and or Exotic Granite and Marble which is more expensive than others. Ethical principles are principles that I haven’t seen, because the company itself is very lenient when it comes to information about the job. The ethical principles that I do believe should be in place are to treat every employee the same, and not discriminate against one another. Another ethical problem that I have noticed here at my job is that the company don’t treat customers fairly like they are supposed to. The reason I feel this way is, because every day we are working with so many customers, and when those customers come in to choose Granite or Marble, I think that it’s very unethical for customers to get different prices depending on how big their kitchen or vanity, which will give them their price. Another unethical issue that I seem to discover is not being honest, when...
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...Organizational Issues Ashley Anderson ETH/316 March 6, 2014 Organizational Issues The ethical issues presented in Week Three Ethics Game Simulations were from the Mysterious Blogger and The Veiled Id, the ethical issues address in game simulation of "The Mysterious Blogger" was whether or not the material gained by IT Tech, Jamal Moore was ample to control blogging employee Aaron Webb for violating the NDA policy. The ethical concerns for the game simulations for "The Veiled ID", was to address how to improve a security policy that would accommodate the special needs and the physical safety of the employees'. The decision-making steps one took to address these issues are base on the situation one held "The Mystery Blogger" one was able to conclude the best avenue ethically to approach in order to take action on both issues address in the game. First, this authors decision-making capability are base on protecting the interest of the shareholders and how these conclusions could affect the shareholders in both short and long-term. Ethical issues that ascend within an organization or business but also harm an individual employee, but it will harm the business and anyone who has made an investment in the business or business. Apart from shielding the interest of shareholders and the company, it also comes down to always subsequent company policies and doing the right thing. If organizations policies are broken in any way, shape or form, this author would be...
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...Ethics-Game Dilemmas Carlos E. Nieves Marfisi Ethics and Social Responsibility- ETH/316 November 19, 2012 Mary Carter Individual Organizational Issues – Simulation Reflective Summary The ethical issues that were presented in the Week Three Ethics Game Simulations were from The Mysterious Blogger and The Veiled ID. The ethical issues on “The Mysterious Blogger” were whether the information obtained by Jamal Moore, the IT Tech was enough to discipline Aaron Webb, the blogging employee for violating the NDA policy. As for “The Veiled ID”, the ethical issue had to do with how to develop a security policy that provides for employees’ physical safety and accommodating special needs. The decision making steps taken to work on these ethical issues were based on the job position giving by the simulation. These decisions making were to protect the interest of shareholders and the effects on a long and short terms. Everyone who made a contribution or an investment to the company will be affected by any ethical issues that arise or are brought up by the organization or an employee. It will also affect the individual and the company. Apart from always doing the right things and following company’s rules, it is also about protecting the shareholders and the interest of the company. If the companies policies are broken in any way, a good decision has to be taken that will produce the best outcome in the situation, that way order and discipline will be maintain...
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...Ethics Essay LeeAnn Tedford ETH/316 3/21/2016 Linda Emmele Ethics Everybody has a different upraising making them each have different views on ethics. There are three different types of ethical theories. These types include the virtue theory, utilitarianism, and deontological. Ethical theory deals with how one should behave in relation to someone else. Virtue According to IEP, Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy, “Virtue ethics is a broad term for theories that emphasize the role of character and virtues in moral philosophy.” Most virtue ethics take their inspiration from Aristotle. He stated that a virtuous person is one that has ideal character traits. A virtuous person is one that is kind across many situations over their lifetime because that is their character. They do not do this because they want to maximize their utility or gain anything from their actions. Virtue ethics doesn't aim primarily to identify universal principles but deals with wider questions. Some examples of these questions include “How should I live?” and “What is the good life?” (Athanassoulis, N.) There are some common objections to virtue ethics. It does not sufficiently consider the extent to how our actions affect other people because it provides a self-centered conception of ethics due to the fact that human flourishing is seen as an end and not itself. This theory doesn't provide guidance on hoe we should act. Finally the ability to cultivate the right virtues can and will...
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