culture in many countries may contribute to the decay of ethics in organizations. This paper analyzes a workplace ethical dilemma using Kelly’s model of attribution theory, Adams equity theory of motivation and notes that the dilemma is a result of dysfunctional conflict. An informed ethical decision making that incorporates ethical theories is most effective. Management must avoid participating in any activities that compromise the ability to maintain a culture of ethics. Management must lead by example
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adams' equity theory j stacey adams - equity theory on job motivation John Stacey Adams, workplace and behavioural psychologist, put forward his Equity Theory on job motivation in 1963. There are similarities with Charles Handy's extension and interpretation of previous simpler theories of Maslow, Herzberg and other pioneers of workplace psychology, in that the theory acknowledges that subtle and variable factors affect each individual's assessment and perception of their relationship with their
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11 December 2014 Essay 1: Equity theory is based on the notion that individuals compare their inputs and outcomes with those of relevant others. If inequity is apparent based on the ratios, tension is created amongst individuals and one individual will be motivated to reduce the inequity by working less hard. One of the most important types of equity for compensation is internal equity, which refers to comparisons among jobs inside an organization. Internal equity is determined by comparing the
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importance to regulate the internal alignment piece of compensation program according to law. Secondly, there is no denying that equal pay for equal work persists in maintaining the internal equity, which is one of the most important object of pay management. According to Adams’s equity theory, when employees get paid, they care about not only the absolute amount of the salary but also the relative pay. They will use many kinds of methods to judge whether the salary is reasonable and the result
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MGT302 Organizational behavior Assignment 1: Motivation Theory and Practice Analyze, compare, and contrast the two contemporary theories of motivation (a) equity theory and, (b) expectancy theory. Include in your discussion, an evaluation of each theory and the implications to managers in a global work environment. Your analysis should include identification of the strengths and weaknesses of each theory using scholarly references to defend your arguments. by Tassos Pericleous Student’s Number:
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Martin Scorsese movie Raging Bull and an ancient doctrine of equity will make a joint appearance later this month at the U.S. Supreme Court. On January 21, 2014, the Court will hear arguments in Petrella v. Metro:Goldwyn:Mayer, Inc.1 The case involves copyright infringement claims about the movie, and about the extent to which those claims are barred by the doctrine of laches. Laches is a defense that was developed by courts of equity, and it is typically raised in cases where a plaintiff has delayed
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Contract Formation Author: Jason Dorman Business Law Professor Riggs 11-24-2013 A contract must have certain elements to be considered a contract. However, there are also elements that exist that will negate a contract as well. Fraud, undue influence and duress are all elements that will negate a contract. When a contract is breached or negated one party can collect damages or seek equitable remedies. The common law doctrine of election of remedies prevents individuals
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QUESTION “There must be somebody in whose favour the court can decree performance” Discuss the principle enunciated in the above statement and the exceptions thereof with the aid of appropriate case law “There must be somebody in whose favour the court can decree performance” INTRODUCTION In order for a trust to be valid, there needs to be an identifiable beneficiary who can either be an individual or a company . If for instance there is no beneficiary, and consequently
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Mitigation of Damages: In most situations, when a breach of contract occurs, the non-breaching party has a duty to take whatever action is reasonable to minimize the damages caused by the breach. For example, in most instances, people who are fired by their employer, regardless of the reason, have a duty to find a new job. Likewise, a thwarted house buyer has a duty to take reasonable steps to locate another house. Liquidated Damages: Many contracts contain provisions specifying a sum
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Restitution an old concept Restitution v Compensation (most cases) i.e.: remedy of compensation Unjust enrichment has 4 main elements (confirmed in Banque Financiere) **** sets out the structure. i) defendant’s enrichment (money is very clearly a benefit to you) (can spend it, can use it) ii) at the claimant’s expense? (did the money come from the bank?) transfer of value from the C or substraction from C … didn’t lose money, but lost time and expertise i.e.: repairing a table
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