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    Morality refers to principles of right and wrong that guide behavior and are based on values rather than legalities. There are two main perspectives on morality - moral absolutism, which says there are universal moral rules, and moral relativism, which says morality depends on cultural context. Values are enduring beliefs that influence choices and promote well-being. Ethics provides moral principles to evaluate behavior as right or wrong based on justice, equality and concern for others. Work ethics establish standards for integrity, professionalism, respect, cooperation and trustworthiness in the workplace. Unethical behavior can be caused by various factors but can be addressed through clear policies, leadership and promoting a culture of ethics.

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    Morality refers to principles of right and wrong that guide behavior and are based on values rather than legalities. There are two main perspectives on morality - moral absolutism, which says there are universal moral rules, and moral relativism, which says morality depends on cultural context. Values are enduring beliefs that influence choices and promote well-being. Ethics provides moral principles to evaluate behavior as right or wrong based on justice, equality and concern for others. Work ethics establish standards for integrity, professionalism, respect, cooperation and trustworthiness in the workplace. Unethical behavior can be caused by various factors but can be addressed through clear policies, leadership and promoting a culture of ethics.

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    Morality refers to principles of right and wrong that guide behavior and are based on values rather than legalities. There are two main perspectives on morality - moral absolutism, which says there are universal moral rules, and moral relativism, which says morality depends on cultural context. Values are enduring beliefs that influence choices and promote well-being. Ethics provides moral principles to evaluate behavior as right or wrong based on justice, equality and concern for others. Work ethics establish standards for integrity, professionalism, respect, cooperation and trustworthiness in the workplace. Unethical behavior can be caused by various factors but can be addressed through clear policies, leadership and promoting a culture of ethics.

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    -Self Awareness

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    -Morals Values & Ethics
    Morality
    Morality is based on
    • Rights and wrongs of human behaviour based
    on one’s conscience and guided by values not
    legalities or custom.

    • A thought, word or deed is considered morally


    good if it agrees with the general perception of
    what is right and wrong.
    – Ex: lying for selfish ends is considered
    immoral and a flaw in character
    Moral Absolutism Vs Moral Relativism
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    v=DxhsYTlBNG8
    Moral Absolutism
    • The criteria for determining what is morally
    right or wrong are universal.
    • Here moral rules in a given situation can be
    applied to everyone across borders and
    cultures.
    • Some actions are immoral regardless of their
    consequences or circumstances.
    • UN declaration of fundamental human rights is
    an attempt at defining some absolute moral
    rules.
    Arguments against moral absolutism
    • Circumstances must be considered
    – A child stealing bread due to hunger or
    poverty.
    • Consequences of an act must be taken into
    account
    – Lying to save innocent life.
    • Cultural diversity and tradition may be taken
    into account
    – Some acts are good in certain cultures but
    bad in others.
    Moral Relativism
    • Different sets of moral rules applied for
    different cultures and demographics.
    – Right for some people group may not be
    right for others.
    – What was accepted centuries ago may not
    be acceptable today.
    Arguments against moral relativism
    • Has an in built flexibility that defeats the
    purpose of morality.
    • No clear standard by which moral
    perspectives can be judged.
    • The argument that morality is relative to
    respective culture can be extended to
    morality being relative to each individual.
    • Today ethnic/cultural/social groupings tend to
    be arbitrary.
    Values
    • An enduring belief that influences our choices
    in life to promote well being.
    • Principles that reflect one’s judgment of what
    is important in life.
    • Promotes virtues like honesty, integrity,
    service, sharing, caring, empathy, etc.
    • Well being is closely related to a person’s
    needs, so personal values also differ from
    person to person.
    • Different values may have different priority
    depending on need.
    Maslow’s need hierarchy
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    4ithG_07Q

    https://images.app.goo.gl/wUCPVnga2RvyMNGA7
    Ethics
    • It is a set of codes or moral principles based
    on reason and logic by which behaviour and
    beliefs are evaluated as right or wrong.
    • They are a well defined standard that tell
    people how to act and respond in situations.
    • Offers solutions for the greater good of all
    concerned.
    • Uses universal values like justice, equality and
    concern for fellow human and environment.
    Work Ethics
    • Standards of behaviour or code of conduct in
    the workplace.
    • Promotes the well being of employees,
    organizational effectiveness and advancement
    of society.
    • Ability of moral values of work to strengthen
    character.
    Basic elements of work ethics
    • Integrity and loyalty
    – Quality of being honest and morally
    upright.
    – Willingness to do the right thing reliably.
    – Adherence to company code of ethics,
    policies and procedures.
    – Consistent thought, speech and action.
    Basic elements of work ethics Contd…
    • Professionalism
    – Competence, Good judgement and Polite
    behaviour acquired by training to deliver
    quality output irrespective of other
    circumstances.
    – Consistent and responsible.
    – Has know-how, skill and perseverance.
    – Superior problem solving and leadership
    skills.
    Basic elements of work ethics Contd…
    • Respect and Care
    – Recognize uniqueness of individuals and
    appreciate differences.
    – Respect people and their differences
    promoting workplace harmony and ethics.
    – Show genuine compassion and concern for
    others, helpful when needed, being kind,
    considerate and grateful.
    Basic elements of work ethics Contd…
    • Cooperation
    – Working well with others to achieve a
    common goal within the given deadline.
    Basic elements of work ethics Contd…
    • Fairness
    – Top management should ensure that
    performance does not go unrewarded and
    unethical behaviour punished.
    – Company policies must reflect a sense of
    justice.
    Basic elements of work ethics Contd…
    • Trustworthiness
    – It is the extent to which a person’s actions
    can be relied on in the absence of control.
    – Trust is a matter of character and is built
    and sustained over time by small actions.

    Albert Einstein: Whoever is careless with


    truth in small matters cannot be trusted
    with important matters.
    Need for work ethics
    • Psychological restraint from doing undesirable or
    illegal activities.
    • Keeps employee morale high and promotes good
    interpersonal relations.
    • Ensures productivity and quality to stakeholders
    and customers.
    • Social control
    • Avoid accidents and exposure
    • Avoid misuse of resources
    • Ensure sustainability
    Factors influencing work ethics
    • Organizational culture
    • Individual factors
    • Published code of conduct and policies
    Causes and common forms of unethical behaviour

    • Cause
    – Lack of awareness
    – Undue emphasis on organisational/
    personal performance
    – Peer pressure
    – Absence of written code of conduct
    – Disregard for co- workers, customers,
    society & environment
    – Dearth of values
    Causes and common forms of unethical behaviour Contd…

    • Forms of unethical behaviour


    – Misuse company time and resource
    – Employee theft
    – Lying and abusive behaviour
    – Harassment
    – Taking credit for others work
    – Nepotism …
    Steps to promote good work ethics
    • Publish written code of conduct
    • Expected standards of behaviour should be
    frequently communicated
    • Training for fresh recruits
    • Senior officials should set example
    • Appreciate good behaviour
    • Involve people at all levels

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