Key factors in promoting ethical workplace

management
behavior
direct supervisors
behaviour
positive reinforcement

compensation (bonus
+salary)
behaviour of peers
Reasons why people make unethical decisions

lack of personal
integrity
job dissatisfaction

financial rewards

pressure to meet
goals
ignorance of code of
conduct
Aspects that cause incentives conflicts

high levels of stress

long hours

fast-paced
environment
inflexible schedule

highly competitive
environment
 results pertaining to questionable
behavior in the workplace environment

stealing petty cash

cheating on expense
reports

taking credit for

another person’s
accomplishment
lying on time sheets
about hours worked
Majority believes that following actions are
acceptable

use company
technology for
personal use
take a sick day when
not actually ill

date a subordinate

ask a collegue for

personal favour
Corporate Culture Companies should promote a spirit of integrity
that goes beyond compliance.

Incentives Individuals within the company tend to act

according to incentives provided to them in
terms of rewards and the per formance
evaluation process.
Opportunities Effective corporate governance, internal
controls, and enterprise risk management can
reduce the opportunity for unethical conduct.

Choices Individuals, in general, are given the freedom to

make choices and usually choose those that
will maximize their well-being.
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