Essays on Professional Ethics

How Completing the Objectives Support Success in Management

Accomplishing the goals is critical as it ensures an understanding of how the organizations are structured which, will inform an understanding of the operations that will contribute to success in business management. Accomplishing of the objectives will ensure the ability to analyze different business situations and position the companies to gain competitive advantage. The achievement of the objectives enables the business managers to align the financial performances of the business with the market realities to create products that address the special needs of the customers (Van Wijngaarden, Scholten, & van Wijk, 2012). Accomplishing the objectives further ensures that the business ...

Professional Ethics

Professional Ethics There are various professional associations that deal with individual and organizational development across different fields of profession. These associations normally help in improving the people’s professional and personal conduct within and outside the workplace to prevent possible conflict with their colleagues. Using the established code of conduct, professionals are able to understand the essence of positive workplace interaction in order to avoid further conflicts between the employers, professionals, and clients.

Summary of the code’s features

A professional association that oversees people, managers specifically, is the Institute of Certified Professional Managers that aims to provide the needed training for managers. This is ...

Abstract

This paper assesses the relationship between personal values that individuals possess and the professional code of ethics of their respective careers. A case scenario of a neuropsychologist misinterpreting the results of an assessment battery leading to inaccurate diagnosis and denial of disability is used to bring out this relationship. Through the analysis of the standards of the psychological code of conduct, the paper tries to show how personal values and professional code of conduct affect the decision making process. Some of the standards that have been covered include bases for assessment Section (9.01), interpreting of results section (9.06), and ...

Ethical Autobiography

Morality and the corresponding moral norm is the basis of civilization and humanity in general. This is the concept that determines whether a person is in the “right” or in the “wrong”. When morality and moral foundations collapse the society becomes gradually destroyed, people become degraded and immersed in vice. Morality is our inner code of conduct making us behave in a good way towards other people. The issue is that some people have lost their sense of morality and are doing the contrary of “right” and “good.” Moral (see “right”) actions follow a certain spiritual principle of honor, ...

Do you agree with personal vs. business ethics distinction?

Yes, I do agree with the distinction between the two terms. Personal ethics can get defined as the morals and values held by an individual. These are ethics in the sense that they define what individual views as right or wrong. Values vary from individual to individual and from culture to culture. The reason for these differences is that different cultures have diverse worldviews and live in different environments that require varied forms of thinking and doing things. Individuals belong to one culture or another and for this reason; personal ethics is greatly influenced by someone’s culture. From ...

ABSTRACT

Ethical issues are something that is a reality in modern medicine. This is certainly true when it comes to religious, spiritual and philosophical belief systems. Sometimes these strongly held beliefs are on the part of patients, but there are times when beliefs are held by healthcare workers. There are ethical codes in place that protect a patient’s right to refuse treatments, like blood transfusions, if they ethically or morally feel that are not what they wish to do. There are also options available for healthcare workers who feel that they cannot ethically be involved in certain treatments or ...

It is traditionally thought that the primary function of law is to regulate people’s behavior and, thus, to establish order within a community. Law and fear of punishment are supposed to prevent people from criminal activity. Therefore, law and law enforcement are essential components of any civil society. At the same time, morality can also perform the function of regulating people’s behavior. Besides, very often morality is named a predecessor to law since many laws were made on the basis of certain moral principles which the society thought necessary to follow. And even though morality does not ...

Background

Enron case study dwells upon one of the most known scandals in business ethics and financial world. Founded in 1985 as a result of the merger between Houston Natural Gas and Internorth, Enron Corporation starts trading natural gas commodities in 1989. Throughout the 90s,the company was considered one of the most innovative and attractive for investment companies in the country. Renown for its unique business model and trading businesses, the company benefitted from a positive image, shareholder trust and external financing (Li, 2010). With a number of changes in leadership from Jeffrey Skilling to Kenneth Lay, who occupied ...

The top six professional behaviors I would expect from a health care worker, or want them to exhibit are, in no particular order: patience, empathy, calmness, helpfulness, competence, and diligence (Hammer, 2000; HCPC, 2014). The reason I would expect these professional behaviors from a health care worker are threefold. First, since most interactions with a health care professional more often than not means that there is some sort of health issue that a patient is experiencing, it is very likely that the person will be scared, anxious, or nervous. Accordingly, a patient, calm, and emphatic health care worker will ...

The current paper critically evaluates the research work based on the negative impact of Zika Virus on the physical conditions of people. The purpose of the paper is to develop an understanding of Zika Virus by appraising and critiquing its effects and water pollution on the players who will be coming to Rio, Brazil for Summer Olympic Games. The research paper will make use of the social contract theory that explains that individuals’ ethical and opinionated responsibilities are dependent on the agreement or conformity to the social order in which they exist. There are hundreds of athletic players expected ...

Abstract

Forensic Science has long found important application in a criminal investigation, and its correct usage will enhance its effectiveness in crime detection. The use of forensic science in intelligence has allowed the possibility of crime scene reconstruction, identification of a suspect and the elements therein. Law enforcement has gone a notch higher in crime investigation in the sense that scouring for limited evidence at crime scenes has been made possible long after the perfect crime has taken place. The sole purpose of finding the obscure evidence is to have the criminals responsible brought to book and as a result, ...

Introduction

Organizations have their regulations which they use to control the conducts of employees. Additionally, governments have policies that establish the legal frameworks within which organizations should operate. In the face of the law, different organizations have different treatments. Some organizations are treated as separate entities where employers do not bear any legal responsibility for the organization and its employees. However, some principles like the Respondeat Superior provide that employers are answerable to the actions of their employees which violate the legalities of the establishment of the organization (Thornton, 2010). Under this doctrine as reinforced by the US Supreme Court ...

Introduction

Organizations have their regulations which they use to control the conducts of employees. Additionally, governments have policies that establish the legal frameworks within which organizations should operate. In the face of the law, different organizations have different treatments. Some organizations are treated as separate entities where employers do not bear any legal responsibility for the organization and its employees. However, some principles like the Respondeat Superior provide that employers are answerable to the actions of their employees which violate the legalities of the establishment of the organization (Thornton, 2010). Under this doctrine as reinforced by the US Supreme Court ...

In any organization, sometimes things take a new wrong turn and fall apart. The moment issues assume this direction that is when it is said that the culture of integrating professional ethics in the workplace or any other group with a leader has failed to be upheld. While under the management of Dell Company, this is the case that was experienced the time the group's leader decided to use his individualistic decision-making process rather than collectivism. Since he (the manager) failed to apply ethics in his decisions, the business failed just the same way he failed to address the ...

In my training and practice in psychology, I have attempted to reconcile my sense of professional ethics with my spirituality. By Christ, we are called upon to be the “salt and light” of the world. However, as healthcare professionals, we are meant to disentangle our personal beliefs from our professional conduct. Entwistle (2015) talks about the major obstacles to integrating our worldview into our counseling. One of these obstacles is the absence of a “holistic theology,” which teaches us that all life is given by, and belongs to, God. I believe that a holistic theology can help alleviate the ...

Reflection Paper about ACCA and CMA

The ACCA, which stands for the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, is one of the international bodies for the professional accountants based in the United Kingdom. It was established in the year 1904 by eight individuals. During its initial years, ACCA was known as the London Association of Accountants. Its name changed to ACCA in 1984. The core values of this accounting body have been accountability, integrity, innovation, diversity, and opportunity. Regarding membership, ACCA supports 455,000 students and 178,000 members in 181 countries (ACCA, 2015). Consequently, this demonstrates that ACCA is popular, especially in the Commonwealth nations. ...

Summary of the case.

The case is about an engineering student who was given a task that he needed to accomplish but did not observe professional ethics. It is speculated that he falsified the data, and thus the project resulted in a significant failure. The people involved include: The project leader is known as Bruce, Tom Mason, who is the coordinator of engineering co-op students, Jack Jacobs an engineering co-op student and Dr. Thompson Co-op Coordinator at State University

What ethical issues, if any does this scenario rise?

Importance of discussing Tom’s concerns with Dr. Thompson It was necessary for Tom to deliberate the issue with the Coordinator of the university ...

Part 1

A: Imagine you are working as an aged care support worker for an individual who receives support in their home. You spend a lot of time at the house and have developed a great rapport with the whole family; they treat you like part of the family.

On one occasion, the family tries to give you a gift.

B: There are many other potential ethical issues that may arise from working closely with a family or an individual. Identity one (1) other potential ethical issue or dilemma that may arise. Complete the table:

C: Imagine that the family asks you to do some extra weekend cleaning or other support work for cash:

1. What is the potential conflict of interest?

The situation leads to personal and professional conflicts of interest.

2. What action should you take? (50-100 words) According ...

Introduction

Human beings are social beings and hence necessitate societies to be formed. Co-relations in these societies has always proved hard and hence for members to co-exist peacefully with each other there need to be a set of guidelines. The society is held together by the moral fabric defined by the members which is based on their values, truths, norms, honesty or generally what is considered upright by the members. The society concept also applies to different professions practiced worldwide. Every profession has their own society, this cuts across from the most esteemed professions such as engineering or architectural to ...

Instruction Design

Instructional Design Introduction The designation, development, and delivery of instructions follow a procedural process termed as instructional design (ID). It is an evaluation of the learning requirement and systematic improvement of teaching. An effective instructional design harbors various strategic plans to deliver learning experiences. The design facilitates the increment and enhancement of learning, creates a reliable and effective model of acquiring knowledge, as well as motivates the learners to engage each other and foster fast and deep studies. One significant purpose of instructional design is identifying the instruction outcomes. Essentially, the instructions must deliver their aims by making educational ...

Leadership Skills in the Criminal Justice Profession

Just like any other organization, the criminal justice system makes use of leadership and management to guide the system. Today’s law enforcement is becoming more complicated the emergence of complex and dynamic criminal activities. For one to serve effectively in any field of criminal justice system, it is imperative that the person acquires and develops the necessary leadership and personal skills. Leadership in the field of criminal justice cuts across issues related to the styles of leadership, span of control and matters pertaining to command (Albanese, 2006). Each person should be able to understand their roles and responsibilities and ...

We are now living in an era of materialism and sensual gratification from which most of us cannot escape. This has affected to a great extent the defining of one’s moral conduct. Henceforth, in the military’s environment, we cannot take for granted and assume that military ethics are given for the people who solemnly take their oath of office as military personnel. In order to serve our tenure as professionals, we have the responsibility of inculcating into our soldiers the importance of military ethics and by identifying it as a core value of our military profession.

A professional is a ...