Ethics Flashcards
the love for wisdom and knowledge
Philosophy
how one views the nature, purpose of business
Philosophy in Business
how one approaches its problems
Philosophy in Business
Branches of Philosophy
Metaphysics
Epistemology
Axiology
concerned about reality and existence
Metaphysics
nature of existence and reality
ontology
origin and structure of the universe
cosmology
refers to the nature, origin and scope of knowledge
Epistemology
reason or discourse
logic
explores the nature of values
Axiology
what is right and wrong
ethics
what is beauty
aesthetics
encouraged continuous wonder, open-minded questioning, and innovative thinking
Socrates (470-399 BC)
question the things you hold true because they are temporary
Socrates (470-399 BC)
innovation starts with playful minds
Socratic Philosophy in Business
think “outside the box”
Socratic Philosophy in Business
do not be afraid to seek possibilities
Socratic Philosophy in Business
Father of Idealism
Plato (428/427-348/347 BC)
every form has an ideal image that exists in the mind
Plato (428/427-348/347 BC)
material existence are imperfections
Plato (428/427-348/347 BC)
set the ideal and strive to achieve it
Platonism in Business
business goals must express an ideal business
Platonism in Business
Father of Realism
Aristotle (384-322 BC)
virtue must be achieved by reaching one’s full potential as a member of a larger community
Aristotle (384-322 BC)
no dichotomy between self-interest and greater good
Aristotelian Philosophy in Business
encourage virtuous acts to contribute to society
Aristotelian Philosophy in Business
attain personal fulfillment through right actions
Confucius (551-479 BC)
“do not do unto others what you would not want others to do unto you”
Confucius (551-479 BC)
if businesses treat others well, they will be rewarded
Confucian Philosophy in Business
if businesses act badly, there will be consequences
Confucian Philosophy in Business
Founder of Pythagoreanism
Pythagoras (570-495 BC)
mathematics is the basis of everything
Pythagoras (570-495 BC)
every concept on Earth are represented by numbers, shapes, lines, etc.
Pythagoras (570-495 BC)
problems can be identified and solved by looking at the numbers
Pythagorean Philosophy in Business
accuracy in accounting is vital
Pythagorean Philosophy in Business
branched out and developed from classical philosophies
Contemporary philosophies
do what is ethically and morally right regardless of consequences
Deontology
make the fairest decision that will benefit the majority
Utilitarianism
the disadvantage to a small group is justified if the good effects outweigh the bad effects
Utilitarianism