Training And Development

Ethics on the Workplace

Ethics is a general term for what is often described as the “science (study) of

morality”. In philosophy, ethical behavior is that which is “good” or “right”. The Western

tradition of ethics is sometimes called moral philosophy. This is one part of value theory

(axiology) – the other part is aesthetics- one of the four major branches of philosophy,

alongside metaphysics, epistemology, and logic. Ethics deals with the behavior of a

person and how he or she must act in order to show a sense of decorum and respect to the

society. Business Ethics basically holds the same idea as ethics, but it’s just a subfield. In

order to conform to the laws of business ethics, every company should have

organizational policies, good expectations, professional and trade associations codes, and

avoid moral issues in the workplace. As stated in the book [“the law is an important and

legitimate source of ethical guidance” (Hellriegel). Business Ethics can be said; it is the

law in the workplace and respecting issues such as organizational, discriminatory, or

downsizing in the job. For some individuals it has various meanings, but in the end it

comes to one general idea that is coming to know what is right from wrong and doing the

right thing]. Business Ethics is very important during critical times as well as times for

change. It helps leaders and employees maintain a relationship while doing the right thing

and avoiding conflict. “Perhaps most important, attention to ethics in the workplace helps

ensure that when leaders and managers are struggling in times of crises and confusion,

they retain a strong moral compass”. (Hellriegel). Although many individuals do not

agree that business ethics plays an important role in the workplace, it benefits the

company and even the employees though its policies and laws.

Ethics in the workplace is something to be followed if you want the...