Business Ethics (6th Edition)

Description:

Navigate the moral complexities of the modern corporate world. Business Ethics (6th Edition) is the premier resource for South African students and managers. It provides a robust framework for identifying and resolving ethical dilemmas, specifically tailored to the African context. From the principles of Ubuntu to the requirements of the King IV Report on Corporate Governance, this book ensures you understand how to build a sustainable and ethical business.

Why the 6th Edition is Essential:

• African Perspective: Integrates global ethical theories (like Utilitarianism and Kantianism) with African values and the challenges of emerging markets.

• Corporate Governance: Includes comprehensive coverage of the King IV Report, making it vital for anyone studying Governance or Management.

• Practical Decision-Making: Features the “Ethical Decision-Making Model” to help you solve real-world workplace conflicts.

• Macro & Micro Ethics: Covers everything from individual integrity to the role of business in society and environmental sustainability.

Key Topics Covered:

• Defining Business Ethics: Why ethics is essential for long-term business success.

• Ethical Theories: A clear breakdown of Virtue Ethics, Deontology, and Consequentialism.

• Institutionalizing Ethics: How to create codes of conduct and develop an ethical corporate culture.

• Ethics in Functional Areas: Exploring ethical issues in Marketing, HR, Finance, and Operations.

• Governance and Accountability: The role of the Board of Directors and social responsibility.

Key Specifications:

• ISBN-13: 9780190721466

• Authors: Deon Rossouw and Leon van Vuuren

• Publisher: Oxford University Press South Africa

• Edition: 6th Edition

• Format: Physical Softcover

Condition Note: This textbook is in very good condition.