1. Lets Talk About Ethics

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3. Code of Conduct (Ethics) Research
Research Code of Ethics from various companies
Online examples
Boeing
Coca Cola
Brinker International
JCPenney
Bank of America
Note: Students may choose companies not listed above.
Research Code of Ethics from various companies
Online examples
Boeing
Coca Cola
Brinker International
JCPenney
Bank of America
Note: Students may choose companies not listed above.
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4. Code of Conduct (Ethics) Activity
Identify common themes within the companies’ Codes of Ethics
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5. Code of Ethics (Common Themes Examples)
Technology policy
Example 1: Hardware and software are to be used for approved business practices.
Example 2: Use of personal electronic devices is not acceptable during work hours.
Example 3: Equipment removal from company premises requires senior management approvals.
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6. Code of Ethics (Common Themes Examples)
Customer Service/Employee Relations
Example 1: Treat customers with respect.
Example 2: Complete tasks in a timely manner.
Example 3: Resolve issues in a professional manner.
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7. Code of Ethics (Common Themes Examples)
Environment
Example 1: Report misuse of company property.
Example 2: Secure proprietary information.
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8. Code of Conduct (Ethics) Activity
Brainstorm unethical business practices
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9. Brainstorm Ideas (Unethical Actions Examples)
Using Facebook at work
Taking home supplies for personal business
Making unauthorized long-distance phone calls
Sharing proprietary information with a competitor
Observing, but not reporting, sexual harassment
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Summary
Define morals?
What is the difference between ethical and unethical practices?
Describe information found in a Code of Ethics.
Compare moral values to ethical practices.
Describe some unethical behaviors.
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11. Formal Assessment Skit
Students create and deliver a skit based on an unethical situation and its resolution.
Skit requirements
Time: 3- to 4- minutes
Topic: Unethical business conduct and solution
Size: 2 – 4 students
Content: Must state at least one moral conflict
Note: Grading rubric is attached.
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