...Professional and personal ethics- should there be a difference? First and foremost I believe it is imperative that a definition for both person and professional ethics is established and then the 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...
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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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...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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...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 follow. The corporate cultures were significantly different. For example, CreaseFree had a traditional Chinese culture with control systems that were easily tailored to a more informal way of conducting business. Success in the Chinese system is predicated on the ability to establish close and personal connections...
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...The Complexity of Ethical Decision Making Former U.S. Supreme Court Justice Potter Stewart remarked, "Ethics is knowing the difference between what you have a right to do and what is right to do." In parsing out a virtuous ethical identity, psychologists strive to embrace several American Psychological Association [APA]-worthy overarching principles, to apply the enumerated guidelines within the Code of Ethics, and to cultivate personal and professional integrity in their quest to serve others. Furthermore, making an ethical commitment to placing the well-being of clients above one’s own personal feelings is paramount in providing effective therapeutic services that clients seek. However, the gentle human interplay of dependency, power, and will; the uniqueness and unpredictability of autonomous human beings; and the complexity of personality, behavior, and the inimitable experiences of each individual clearly drive and complicate the process of ethical decision-making. In espousing the “very highest ethical ideals of the profession (Hill, 2008),” eventually every psychologist must find a way to merge her purely objective, linear, and rational ethical catechism with her own intuitive responses to best reflect and balance her style, therapeutic orientation, and professional belief system with the needs of each distinct client. Conversely, a purely sensate approach to ethical decision-making, it seems, relies too heavily on subjectivity, whimsy, and emotions...
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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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... Our employees are violating the code of ethics, causing the company’s TVs to overheat after a period of time approximated to be one year and two months, after the one year warranty expires. After investigations, we discovered that some materials were causing this problem to arise. Employees covered up this issue during testing to ensure a fast production and strength their ability to compete with other companies. However, the company received many negative comments and bad views from the media, and lost many customers as a result. People who are conducting any sort of business should follow a moral code known as business ethics. We are responsible to follow this code of ethics and should never cheat under any circumstances. Business ethics are applied in almost every business to ensure that a certain level of trust will exist between the customers and the business. Integrity, Honesty, fidelity, charity, responsibility, and self-discipline are some values that are considered as part of the Business ethics. We have to take responsibility and rectify this Issue in order to improve our image and our ethical performance Our priority now is to initiate a well implemented ethical program in order to improve the ethical culture of the company. Well, Building an ethical culture is not an easy mission and can take time, but it is not as hard as many companies may think. Everyone in this company should understand the meaning of an ethical culture, and what it takes to build...
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...Personal code of ethics Guido describes ethics as “a process of determining right conduct from wrong” (para 2, p. 3). My personal view of ethics is along the same lines as this and has been instilled in me my entire life. My code of ethics includes respect for myself and others; honesty in my endeavors, graciousness in both my personal and professional lives, and accountable for my actions. I use nonmaleficence and beneficence in every aspect of my life. I also strive to honor the proverbial do unto others as they would do unto me. Character and values that have a positive impact After reviewing my personal ethical code, how is this part of my professional ethics code? According to America Nurses Association (2001), the nursing code of ethics tells us that “the nurse’s primary commitment is to the recipient of nursing and health care services, the patient, whether the recipient is an individual, a family, a group, or a community” ((Primacy of the Patient's Interest, para. 1). I believe that nursing is a profession that requires an unbiased approach and openness found in no other profession. As nurses we are fully responsibility for the care of our patients. As I have learned through my years of nursing practice, nurses must learn to put ourselves in shoes of the patient and integrate into our plan of care what we think is best for him or her yet respect the wishes and rights of each individual when doing so. Strengths and ethical aspirations I have been a...
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...Fido’s Bistro Code of Ethics, Roles and Behaviors Patrick Mobley University of Phoenix Fido’s Bistro Code of Ethics, Roles and Behaviors In order for Fido’s Bistro to be ran smoothly, each person must play their role efficiently. Entrepreneurs will be innovative new dog treats, ideas such as new ways of advertising also enhance organization of the gourmet dog treats. At Fido’s Bistro, there will be three employees. In my company I will be in charge over all business decisions. By having control over the business I will delegate scheduling and training. Trained employees will be responsible for taking customers’ orders, deliveries and helping with the baking and packaging of the treats. All advertising will be conducted through social media and word of mouth. Fido’s Bistro has a strong ethical code of conduct. This company will be based of strong ethics. Firstly honesty everyone working at Fido’s Bistro should be honest in actions and communications. The employees should maintain personal integrity. There should be a commitment to fairness. Everyone will be open minded and accepting of diversity, not only with staff but with customers also. Treating others with respect. While representing the company employees should be law abiding. Abide all laws, rules and regulations pertaining to Fido’s Bistro Company. Being accountable for your personal actions. All employees should follow the ethical code of conduct. The rules and principles this company uses in decision making are...
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...QUESTIONNAIRE FOR EMPLOYEE Gender Male Female SECTION: 1 (Code of Conduct) Q 1: I know every rights, duty and obligation towards my employer and my organization. A. Strongly Agree B. Agree C. Neutral D. Disagree E. Strongly Disagree Q 2: The organization follows the “Ethical Code of Conduct” and uses the moral codes included in the Code of Conduct appropriately. A. Strongly Agree B. Agree C. Neutral D. Disagree E. Strongly Disagree Q3. Do you think Code of conduct of Grameenphone describes how it shall operate and it contributes to continuous success? A. Yes B. No C. Not applicable SECTION: 2 (Human Rights) Q 1: Do you think that respect the personal dignity, privacy and rights of each individual are included in Ethical Code of conduct in Grameenphone. A. Never B. Insignificant times C. Often D. Regular basis Q 2: While working in the organization do you think there is violation of human rights? A. Yes B. No C. Often D. Not applicable Q 3: The code of conducts of Grameenphone appreciate diversity, culture, and other differences in consideration. A. I agree with the statement B. I am neutral about the...
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...necessary” and that’s where the trouble begins. Once in that mind frame employees, management and even executives are tempted to break the rules, play dirty etc, all in order to not only reach the goals, but the fastest or the best. Companies have focused so much on the result, that the path there has been over looked. We called this “efficiency” if it was done fastest or cheapest. Meeting goals, and being profitable is a clear goal for mostly all businesses, but the question is how we go about doing this. We have all heard the saying “ time is money” and in trying to beat the clock, beat the competitor, beat each other, we occasionally cross the path of the ethical way to go or the fast way to go. To some these less than ethical avenues are often tempting because they either meet a goal fastest or meet the personal goals of the individual rather than those of the company. While the result may have been acquired, this is not considered “efficient’ simply because it was faster,...
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...BSHS 305 Final Exam Instructions: Indicate your answer to each question below by highlighting your choice. Each correct answer is worth .5 points. Please note that there is NO LATE PERIOD for the final. Your exam must be uploaded no later than 11:59 p.m. on the last day of class. 1. Which one of the following skills best helps the human service professional understand the client’s environment? a. listening b. report writing c. problem solving d. advising 2. Ethical codes adopted by a profession are usually based on the premise that a. the solution to every problem can be found in the ethical code. b. professions can police themselves. c. professionals can’t be trusted to make their own decisions. d. ethical codes will eliminate mistakes in service delivery. 3. The concept of “less eligibility” was introduced in 1834 to a. punish criminals b. limit the expansion of services to the poor c. promote institutional reform in prisons, almshouses and asylums d. emphasize the benefits of social engineering 4. Which of the following would be consistent with the medical model approach to delivering human services? a. providing parenting classes for pregnant teens b. prescribing antidepressant medications c. providing subsidized housing d. running alcoholics anonymous group meetings 5. Managed care has influenced human services in all of the following ways except a. requiring more case management. b. requiring external...
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...The Ethical, Social Responsibility, and Marketing Strategy of Apple Corporation Tyesha Martin Strayer University The Ethical, Social Responsibility, and Marketing Strategy of Apple Corporation Our generation today has become to be known as the “Generation of Technology”, where smartphones and laptops are a necessity instead of a luxury. It is almost inevitable to interact with a group of individuals and at least one of them, not own an Apple product. Apple Inc. is an American-based multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer software and electronics, personal computers, as well as other communication-related services. Since launching the iPod mp3 player in 2001, the company has experienced tremendous growth. Presently, it is reputed as one of the most successful and biggest electronics manufacturer in the world. In addition, Apple Inc. is famous for its revolutionary marketing strategies, which have helped it to compete favorably against market rivals like South Korea’s Samsung Electronics, LG, IBM, and Microsoft. Despite the company’s financial success, however, it has faced criticism over its failure to enforce its ethical values and social responsibility policies, especially over its suppliers, who are accused of violating environmental regulations and workers’ rights. This paper critically examines Apple Inc.’s success and failures with regards to the enforcement its ethical...
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...CODE OF ETHICS Compliance is the responsibility of all the Company’s directors, officers, managers, and employees.(Capital One,2011). One is responsible for learning the details of the policies, procedures, laws and regulations applicable to one's job and for seeking guidance when needed. It is important to avoid misconduct that violates the law, this Code, or Company policies, but also the appearance of impropriety. The point, which a subject is not explicitly explained in this Code, does not relieve an employee of their responsibility to maintain the highest ethical standards under all circumstances. If one has any concern about whether their actions or inactions could violate a law, it should be discussed with their manager. While no Code of Ethics can or should replace thoughtful behavior or common sense, it can help cultivate a culture that values and rewards honesty, integrity, and accountability. (Avon, n.d.). The principles detailed in the Code will guide in “doing the right thing” and in preserving the Company’s reputation for acting with integrity at all times. TRADE REGULATION Most states have enacted trade regulation laws to ensure fair competition. These laws prohibit price-fixing and other "anti-competitive agreements, deceptive acts, and unfair competitive methods." (Pension Consulting, n.d.). Some forms of joint activities are legally permissible, but others are not. Under no circumstances, should you illegally or improperly...
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...difference between values and ethics? Values are rules by which people make decisions about what is right versus wrong; good versus bad and what one should or should not do. The definition of values according to Dictionary.com is “the ideals, customs, institutions, etc., of a society toward which the people of the group have an affective regard. These values may be positive, as cleanliness, freedom, or education, or negative, as cruelty, crime, or blasphemy” (The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 2009). Examples of values include: respect, empowerment, commitment and teamwork. Ethics on the other hand, are generally a formal set of rules which are openly adopted by a group of people; such as a company’s code of conduct or a code of ethics handbook. The definition of ethics according to Dictionary.com states “a theory or system or moral values; the rules or standards governing the conduct of a person or the member of a profession” (The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 2009). Examples of ethics might include: bribery is not acceptable or treatment of customers. Many people question the values and ethics of professional establishments, especially those in the financial industries. American’s today are going through troubled times, due to the recession that we are currently in and are looking for help from financial establishments. However, many are also greatly upset with the financial industry and believe there happen to...
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