ETHICAL LEADERSHIP

ETHICAL LEADERSHIP Please provide a detailed and thorough response for each of the bullet-pointed questions. Ethical Theories and Concepts ? Identify the prescriptive approaches addressed in Chapter 2 of the text and explain each significance in detail. ? Explain how treating employees fairly, with dignity, and with respect benefits the organization. ? Identify common conflicts of interest. ? Describe techniques to avoid conflicts of interest. Practical Application & Relevance ? Evaluate a conflict of interest policy for a sample organization. ? Describe the term ?whistleblower.? What is the purpose of a whistleblower policy? Ethical Leadership and Code of Ethics ? Describe the various psychological approaches from Chapter 3 of the text and explain each?s significance in detail. ? Describe Kohlberg?s theory of cognitive moral development. ? What are common ethical problems encountered by leaders in the workplace? ? Explain the difference between organizational ethics and individual ethics. ? Identify individual and organizational factors that influence ethical decision making and behavior. ? Describe the leader?s role in creating and sustaining ethical culture in organizations. Policy and Program Development ? How is an ethics audit of an organization performed? ? Identify attributes of successful ethics awareness programs. ? Describe the difference between formal and informal ethical culture systems. ? Explain the importance of aligning formal and informal ethical culture systems. ? Describe how a leader can establish an ethical culture. ? Define social responsibility. ? Explain how to incorporate social responsibility into strategic planning. Information Technology, Privacy and Data Security ? Explain ethical concerns associated with information technology. ? How do decision-making frameworks apply to ethical decisions in information technology systems. Legal and Regulatory Requirements ? Identify common legal and ethical safeguards employed by business organizations. ? Describe the implications of non-compliance with legal mandates. ? Explain the regulations that apply to whistleblowers.