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Ethics Theory and Business Practice
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Ethics Theory and Business Practice

Second Edition
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Business Ethics

January 2027 | 448 pages | SAGE Publications Ltd

In a globalised marketplace, professional integrity requires more than just following a code of conduct; it requires a sophisticated understanding of how different cultures and philosophies define morality. This comprehensive exploration of business ethics shifts the focus from "what" people are doing to "why" it matters, using diverse theoretical perspectives to illuminate the ethical landscape of contemporary trade.

Key features of the second edition:
  • Comprehensive Theory: Dedicated chapters for a range of ethical frameworks, now updated to include additional non-Western and critical perspectives. 
  • Practical Application: In-depth analysis of contemporary case studies and real-life scenarios, including a broad range of topical issues. 
  • Critical Engagement: Features ‘Pause for Reflection’ boxes and discussion questions designed to challenge students and develop independent ethical judgment. 
  • Multimedia Learning: Integrated video activities from contemporary sources to engage students with complex ethical dilemmas.

Mick Fryer has taught business ethics at Loughborough, Aberystwyth and Cardiff Universities. He has also written course material for the Open University.

 
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: Power, Business Obligations and Just Distribution
 
Chapter 5: Virtue Theory: Flourishing as Part of a Business Community
 
Chapter 6: Existentialism: Business Ethics and Personal Conviction
 
Chapter 7: Discourse Ethics: Business and Democracy
 
Chapter 8: Feminine Ethics: Business and an Ethic of Care
 
Chapter 9: The Ethics of Environmental Sustainability: Business, People and Nature
 
Chapter 10: The Responsibilities of Business Executives: Just Looking after Shareholders’ Interests or Taking all Stakeholders into Account?
 
Chapter 11: Some Closing Thoughts