BUSINESS

ETHICS
IN WORKPLACE
Prepared By
S.SIVANTHIRAJAN
1ST MBA
BUSINESS ETHICS SEMINAR
 1. Introduction
2. Code of Conduct
3. Ethical Decision-Making
4. Stakeholder Management

Contents
5. CorporateSocial
responsibility
6. Fair Labour practices
7. Ethical Leadership
8. Case Studies
9. Conclusion
Introduction
Define business ethics as a set of principles and
values that guide the behavior of individuals and
organizations in the business world.

Explain why business ethics are important in the

workplace, including building trust and reputation,
improving employee morale and retention, and
contributing to a sustainable and responsible society.
Code of Discuss the importance of having

Conduct
a code of conduct in the workplace
to ensure that all employees
understand and adhere to ethical
standards.
Provide examples of elements
that a code of conduct may cover,
such as anti-discrimination policies,
confidentiality, conflict of interest,
and honesty and transparency.
Ethical
Decision Describe the process of ethical
decision-making, including identifying the

Making ethical issue, gathering information and

facts, evaluating alternatives, and making
a decision.

Provide examples of ethical dilemmas

that may arise in the workplace, such as
conflicts of interest, bribery, and
discrimination.

Illustrate how ethical decision-making

can lead to positive outcomes, such as
avoiding legal and reputational risks and
building trust with stakeholders.
Stakeholder Explain the importance of

Management
managing relationships with
stakeholders in an ethical and
responsible manner, including
employees, customers, suppliers,
and the wider community.

Provide examples of how

businesses can manage
relationships with stakeholders,
such as treating employees with
respect, providing quality products
and services to customers, and
engaging in sustainable and
environmentally responsible
practices.
Corporate Social
Responsibility Define corporate social
responsibility as the concept that
businesses have a responsibility to
contribute to society and the
environment beyond their financial
goals.

Provide examples of how

businesses can engage in
corporate social responsibility,
such as volunteering, donating to
charities, reducing environmental
impact, and promoting diversity
and inclusion.
Fair Labor Discuss the importance of fair
labor practices in the workplace,

Practices including fair wages, equal

opportunities, and a safe working
environment.

Provide examples of fair labor

practices, such as paying employees
a living wage, providing benefits
such as health insurance and paid
time off, and ensuring workplace
safety.
Ethical
Leadership Explain the role of ethical
leadership in promoting a culture of
ethics and integrity in the workplace.

Provide examples of ethical

leadership, such as setting a good
example for employees,
communicating clearly and
transparently, and holding oneself
and others accountable for ethical
behavior.
Case
Studies Provide examples of
businesses that have either
succeeded or failed in adhering
to ethical principles.

Explain the consequences of

these actions, such as legal and
reputational risks, loss of trust
from stakeholders, and financial
losses.
Conclusion
Summarize the key points of the presentation and
emphasize the importance of business ethics in creating
a sustainable and successful business.

Encourage the audience to reflect on their own

ethical values and consider how they can apply them in
the workplace.
Thank You