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Ethical Issues in Business: Inquiries, Cases, and Readings - Softcover

 
9781554812400: Ethical Issues in Business: Inquiries, Cases, and Readings

Synopsis

The long-awaited second edition of Peg Tittle's ambitious business ethics text brings together readings, cases, and the author's own informed opinions on the central ethical issues faced by the business community today. This book examines important contemporary topics such as privacy in IT and whistleblowing, as well as broad questions about the nature of business and the ideal forms of corporate governance. A substantial introduction to ethical theory and thoughtful discussion questions offer guidance to readers unsure how to approach the book's weighty themes. An appendix on the institutions of ethics shows the connection between the philosophical issues at play and the ethics officers, programs, and codes often encountered in the workplace.

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About the Author

Peg Tittle has taught philosophy at the university, college, and high school levels and is the author of several books on ethics and critical thinking.

From the Back Cover

Peg Tittle's ambitious business ethics text brings together readings, cases, and the author's own informed opinions.

Key features

  • Contains canonical and topical readings on issues ranging from whistleblowing and advertising to international business, the nature of capitalism, and the environment
  • Engaging overviews from the author encourage careful reflection and critical examination of conventional assumptions
  • What to Do? scenarios and Case Studies illustrate the practical relevance of each topic
  • Includes comprehensive introductions to ethical theory and the ethics of business
  • Questions following each selection test understanding and promote active reading
  • A primer on ethical institutions examines the role of ethics consultants, codes of ethics, and more

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