Ethical objectives are targets based on a moral code for the business, for example ‘doing the right thing’. The growing acceptance of corporate social responsibility has led to businesses adopting an ‘ethical code’ to influence the way in which decisions are taken. Adopting and keeping to a strict ethical code in decision-making can be expensive in the short term. Discuss the possible substantial benefits of acting ethically in the long term.

Ethical objectives are targets based on a moral code for the business, for example ‘doing the right thing’. The growing acceptance of corporate social responsibility has led to businesses adopting an ‘ethical code’ to influence the way in which decisions are taken. Adopting and keeping to a strict ethical code in decision-making can be expensive in the short term. Discuss the possible substantial benefits of acting ethically in the long term.

Understanding Business

12th Edition

ISBN:9781259929434

Author:William Nickels

Publisher:William Nickels

Chapter1: Taking Risks And Making Profits Within The Dynamic Business Environment

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1CE

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