Discussion Questions

These are two discussion question. Please respond to each question separately with at least 135 words and with using the Week 2 Lecture notes. For each question provide two references for it.

1. Ethical Leadership - Question 1

Companies have become increasingly aware of the advantages that being ethically conscious have to offer, especially in the global economy. Using the overview of ethical leadership provided in this week's lecture and readings, in what way can ethical business practices increase organizational competitiveness in their respective industries and help to further substantiate the notion that an ethical culture is good for business? Conversely, how does unethical leadership adversely affect the organization's bottom line? What impact can a leader's position on ethics have on the culture of an organization?

2. Ethical Organizational Climate Question 2

What is the relationship between a leader's responsibility for ethical behavior and the idea of an ethical organizational climate? Research a specific nonfictional leader of your choice and provide examples of the behaviors this leader exhibits that highlight the role of ethics in leadership. Answer the following in your post:

a. Can a leader's public and private morality be distinguished? Should they be?

b. Can a bad person be a good leader?

c. Why is it important for leaders to demonstrate ethical conduct?

d. Which is more important for improving ethical values in an organization: a code of ethics, leader behavior, or employee training?