Book Description

"The text presents cases based on widely observed business ethics blunders that have had a profound impact in the field. By exploring and discussing where businesses have failed, students get a greater insight into the importance of practicing eethical behaviour. Recognizable events: Includes a colleciton of pivotal cases that clearly show situations of business no longer being conducted "as usual". The Full Story: Each chapter begins with a description of the event or development thta sent the "wake-up call," then tracks the business practices that led to it and the resulting implications. The body of each the chapter analyzes the significance of these implications. Balanced Analysis: The analysis of these events illustrates the complexity of the key issues and presents a balance of perspectives, allowing readers to draw their own conclusions. Application Questions: Each chapter inclludes questions to keep in mind and questions for reflection which provide effective exam or term paper topics" -- Back cover.