With a unique focus on the theoretical side of business ethics this text will give you a key grounded introduction to business ethics and the tools needed to make ethical decisions in practical business contexts. Key features: * Packed with real life examples, case studies and business scenarios to allow you to relate theory to real life practice * Pause for reflection boxes and discussion questions will allow you to develop your own critical thinking skills, challenge established notions of right and wrong, and achieve better results in your exams * Each chapter features links to online videos and web links to allow you to expand your knowledge of a particular subject * Companion website will be available on publication with free access to SAGE online journals
Chapter 1: Rights Theory: Considering Business Ethics in Terms of Stakeholder Rights Chapter 2: Utilitarianism: Maximizing the Good Consequences of Business Chapter 3: Kantian Theory: Reason-based Duty and Business Chapter 4: Social Contract Theory: Business Obligations, Corporate Wrongdoing, and Just Distribution Chapter 5: Virtue Theory: Virtue, Purpose, and Flourishing in Business Chapter 6: Ethical Relativism: Business Ethics and Personal Conviction Chapter 7: Discourse Ethics: Democratizing Business Chapter 8: Feminine Ethics: Offering a Different Ethical Perspective on Business Chapter 9: Environmental Ethics: Business, People, and Nature Chapter 10: The Responsibilities of Business Executives: Just Looking after Shareholders' Interests or Taking all Stakeholders into Account