MODULE: LEADERSHIP

ETHICS
LEADERSHIP
Group members
Nguyen Tra Giang - 20050016
Tran Viet Cuong - 19010036
Nguyen Phuoc Ngoc Hung - 20010109
Nguyen Thi Hoang Thuong -20010022
Nguyen Ngoc Huy-19010082
Phan Quynh Khanh Thuyen - 20010104

31st, May, 2023

 01 Ethics leadership definition

02 Ethics theory

TABLE OF 03 Centrality of Leadership

04
CONTENTS
Heifetz & Burn Perspective

05 The Dark Side of Leadership

06 Principles of Ethics

07 Strength, Criticism & Application

 PART I: DEFINING
ETHICS LEADERSHIP
WHAT IS ETHICS
LEADERSHIP?
The act of leading with moral
principles and values.

making decisions and taking actions guided

by integrity, honesty, fairness, and respect
for others
3 LEVELS OF ETHICS
LEADERSHIP
Pre-conventional level: motivated by external
factors.

Conventional level: motivated by social order

maintaining, authority figures respecting desire.

Post-conventional level: motivated by an internal

sense of morality
PART II: ETHICS THEORIES
ETHICAL THEORY
Provides a system of rules or principles as a guide in making
decisions about what is right/wrong and good/bad in a specific
situation
Provides a basis for understanding what it means to be a
morally decent human being
 CONDUCT CHARACTER
Teleological Theories: focus on consequences of actions,
results
Virtue-based Theories:
Focus on who people are as
people
Rather than tell people what
to do, tell people what to be
Help people become more
virtuous through training and
development

Deontological Theories: Focus on the actions of the leader

and his/her moral obligation and responsibilities to do the right
thing
PART III: CENTRALITY OF
ETHICS TO LEADERSHIP
 CENTRALITY OF ETHICS TO LEADERSHIP

Leaders influence followers (they affect

followers’ lives either negatively or positively) Leaders have more power (interpersonal and/or
=> The nature of the influence depends on the formal hierarchical power)
leaders’ character and behavior (particularly the => They have a greater responsibility with respect to
nature and outcome of behaviors). their impact on their followers

Leaders influence followers in the pursuit and

achievement of common goals
=> Leaders need to respect their followers and treat
them with dignity. In other words, leaders need to
treat their followers as individuals with distinctive
identities.
Leaders are instrumental in developing and
establishing organizational values.
=> Their own personal values determine what kind of
ethical climate will develop in their organizations.

The centrality of ethics to leadership involves the importance of ethical conduct and decision-
making in effective leadership. Ethical leadership promotes trust and transparency, fosters
responsible corporate behavior, and contributes to the overall well-being of society.
PART IV: HEIFETZ & BURN
PERSPECTIVE
 HEIFETZ'S
PERSPECTIVE
Leaders should use their authority to help
followers address conflict and make
changes in rapidly changing work
environments and social cultures.
Creating a supportive environment where
followers feel comfortable dealing with
tough problems, managing and framing
issues, and decisions.
The leader's job is to help the follower deal
with change and personal growth while
addressing conflicting values that arise in
these environments.
BURNS'S
PERSPECTIVE
Emphasizes the importance of morality in
leadership and the responsibility of leaders
to help their followers improve their moral
functioning.
Leaders should engage with followers and
help them with their personal struggles
regarding conflicting values, with the aim of
raising them to a higher level of functioning
that emphasizes values such as liberty,
justice, and equality.
Practical example
Suppose you are a school principal facing a dilemma on how to address a bullying
incident involving a popular student and a less popular student. The popular student
in question has significantly contributed to the school's reputation and academic
success.

From the Heifetz & Burn perspective on ethical leadership in education what would
you do in this situation
THINK Consider the issue of power
dynamics in this situation.

ABOUT THE
FOLLOWING Demonstrate that all students are
held to the same standards and that
there are consequences for harmful

ACTION: actions.

Follow the school's bullying policy,

which sets out clear guidelines for
addressing bullying.
 PART V: THE DARK
SIDE OF LEADERSHIP
The dark side of leadership refers to toxic and harmful behavior displayed by leaders who use
their position for personal gain.
THE DARK
SIDE OF
LEADERSHIP

Mahatma Gandhi exhibited aspects of the

dark side of leadership, despite his reputation
as a nonviolent leader.
PART VI.
PRINCIPLES OF
ETHICS
 Respect Justice

Be empathetic and tolerant Treat members equally

Employees will be encouraged to Fairness is the core of making decisions
realize their own purpose and Clear, reasonable, and morally right
values reasons for different treatment

Service Community

Ensuring the goals are suitable for all

Always prioritize the interest of
others Take into account the wider community
and society

Honesty

People of complete integrity

PART VII. STRENGTH,
CRITICISM &
APPLICATION
 Trust and credibility:
STRENGTHS Because they consistently
demonstrate honesty,
transparency, and ethical
behavior
Employee morale and
commitment:leaders value and
respect their employees.They
prioritize their well-being and
personal growth, giving a positive
work environment.
Improved performance and
innovation:Ethical leaders create
an environment that encourages
innovation and high-performance.
->Employees feel safe to voice their
ideas
Enhanced decision-making:
Ethical leaders consider the moral
implications of their decisions and
prioritize the long-term welfare of
stakeholders
Reputation and stakeholder
trust:By consistently acting
ethically and promoting ethical
conduct within the organization.
Ethical decision-making
framework:Ethical leaders
establish clear ethical guidelines
and provide support for
employees to make ethical
decisions
 Subjectivity and moral relativism: Critics argue that relying on
CRITICISMS subjective ethical standards can lead to moral relativism, where what
is considered ethical may vary from person to person

Implementation challenges: Critics argue that ethical principles

can be challenging to apply in real-world situations, and leaders may
face conflicting ethical priorities.
Lack of accountability: Critics argue that there can be a lack of
mechanisms to hold leaders accountable for their own ethical
behavior.
Limited focus on outcomes: Ethical leadership places significant
emphasis on the intentions and processes of decision-making. critics
argue that the outcomes and consequences of actions should also
be taken into account
Overemphasis on individual leaders: Critics argue that ethical
leadership places too much focus on the individual leader's ethical
behavior and neglects the importance of an ethical organizational
culture.
Lack of adaptability: Critics argue that in rapidly changing and
complex environments, leaders need to be adaptable and willing to
consider new perspectives and approaches.
 Organizational culture and values:The leaders plays a crucial role in

APPLLICATIONS shaping the culture and values of an organization. They set the tone at the
top by demonstrating and promoting ethical behavior, integrity, and
accountability
Employee engagement and motivation:By promoting ethical conduct,
fairness, and open communication, ethical leaders enhance employee
engagement, job satisfaction, and commitment to the organization.

Ethical decision-making: Ethical leaders guide their teams in making

ethical decisions and resolving ethical dilemmas. They provide guidance,
support, and resources to help employees navigate complex ethical issues
Stakeholder relationships: Ethical leaders recognize the
importance of considering the interests and well-being of all
stakeholders, including employees, customers, suppliers,
communities, and the environment.
Ethical governance and compliance: Ethical leaders ensure that
organizations adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, as well as
ethical standards.They consider the ethical implications of business
operations on society, the environment, and future generations
Social responsibility and sustainability: Ethical leaders embrace social responsibility and promote sustainable business
practices.They uphold ethical values, maintain transparency, and take responsibility for addressing the issues.
ETHICAL LEADERSHIP ROLE MODEL
Ratan Tata is a role model in ethical
leadership, putting the interests of
his employees, customers, and the
community first. He has used his
business to make a positive impact
on the world, and is widely
respected for his integrity and
honesty. He is a shining example of
what it means to be an ethical
leader.
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