Professionalism & Ethics Flashcards
What is the meaning of ethical behavior
It refers to acting in ways consistent with what society and individuals think are good values
3 ethical business practices and 3 unethical business practices
Ethical :
Using fair advertising
Paying fair wages
Not using child labor
Unethical :
Unfair advertising
Disobeying the law
Polluting the environment
3 examples of professional and 3 unprofessional business practices
Professional :
Using polite language to colleagues
Good use of work time
Treating all people the same
Unprofessional :
Using rude language
Abuse of work time
Giving some people special favours
Difference between professionalism behavior and ethical behavior
Professional behavior refers to what is right and wrong in a business
Ethical behaviour refers to the principles of right and wrong in society
Name the king code principles
Transparency
Accountability
Responsibility
3 ways in which professional, responsible, ethical and effective business practices should be conducted
Businesses should treat all their employees equally
Pay fair wages
All workers should have access to equal opportunities
Name 4 types of unethical/unprofessional business practices
Sexual harassment
Abuse of work time
Unfair advertising
Taxation
2 strategies to deal with sexual harassment
Implement internal complaints and disciplinary procedures
Educate employers on sexual harassment matters
2 strategies to deal with abuse of work time
Speak directly to the employees who abuse work time
Code of conduct should contain clear rules about abuse of work time
2 strategies for unfair advertising
Consumers must report unfair advertisements
Businesses should be encouraged to keep their advertising fair
2 strategies for taxation
Submit all tax returns on time
Keep financial records honest and accurate
