MAXWELL MUTUKU 19-1043

SHANIZ NJERI 22-1916

ALEX MUTINDA KIMEU 22-2400

GROUP ASSIGNMENT

BUS 323A
Ethical dilemmas can manifest at different levels - individual, organizational, and global - each
presenting its own set of challenges and considerations.

1. Individual Ethical Dilemmas: These are moral conflicts faced by individuals in their personal or
professional lives. For instance, a doctor may grapple with the decision to disclose confidential
patient information to prevent harm to others, balancing the principles of patient privacy and
public safety. These dilemmas often require individuals to navigate conflicting values or duties
and make decisions that align with their ethical beliefs.

2. Organizational Ethical Dilemmas: Within the context of an organization, ethical dilemmas arise
from decisions or actions that impact stakeholders, including employees, customers, and the
community. Examples include choices related to fair treatment of employees, environmental
sustainability, or product safety standards. Organizations may face dilemmas such as whether to
prioritize short-term profits over long-term sustainability goals. Resolving these dilemmas
requires considering the ethical implications of various options and aligning decisions with the
organization's values and responsibilities.

3. Global Ethical Dilemmas: These dilemmas transcend national boundaries and involve complex
issues with widespread impacts. They often require collaboration among multiple stakeholders,
including governments, corporations, NGOs, and individuals. Examples include addressing
climate change, combating human rights violations, and responding to global health crises.
Tackling these dilemmas involves navigating diverse perspectives, balancing competing
interests, and implementing coordinated efforts on a global scale.

Regarding the institutionalization of ethics:

 Implementing ethics programs involves establishing structures and mechanisms to promote

ethical behavior within organizations. This may include developing codes of conduct, providing
ethics training for employees, implementing whistleblower policies, and integrating ethical
decision-making frameworks into business processes. These programs aim to create a culture
where ethical considerations are embedded in day-to-day operations and decision-making
processes.

 Evaluation of ethics programs is essential to assess their effectiveness in fostering ethical

conduct and achieving organizational goals. Evaluation methods may include collecting feedback
from employees, conducting compliance audits, monitoring ethical incident reports, and
analyzing relevant data. By evaluating ethics programs, organizations can identify strengths and
weaknesses, address gaps, and continuously improve their ethical practices. This ongoing
evaluation helps reinforce the importance of ethical behavior and ensures accountability and
transparency within the organization.