Adjusting your code of ethics
Is there ever a situation where it is okay to change your ethical perspective? Consider the business world. With the rampant growth of technology, the world has become a global community with organisations expanding beyond their domestic borders. However, different countries have different cultures, thus what is ‘right' or ‘wrong' may have different connotations. With this in mind, do you think it is appropriate for a business to adjust its code of ethics when operating in a foreign country? What if that adjustment observes the ethical norms of the host country, yet gives the business a competitive advantage? For this Discussion, present your opinions on the matter and justify your position.
To complete this Discussion:
Post: Create an initial post in which you take a position on the appropriateness of adjusting a business's code of ethics when operating in a foreign country. Start by analysing the ethical responsibilities of professionals and businesses to themselves, to employers and clients and to society. Using your analysis, explain whether you think it is appropriate to adjust a business's code of ethics, when operating in your selected foreign country, if the adjustment garners a competitive advantage yet still observes the ethical norms of the host country. Fully justify your position.