Topics:

1) Are morals relative to culture?

2) Ethical issues in advertising to children. How it can or can't?) be done properly

3) Evaluate the claim that consumers have an obligation to consume in a way that protects the environment ("green consumerism") or that does not support unfair labor practices

4) The ethics of selling dangerous products (e.g., guns, drugs)

5) Pros and cons of the use of child labor in the developing world by U.S. corporations.

6) Should businesses be required to go beyond the law and act ethically even if it involves loss of profits?

7) Freedom of speech and advertising. Should advertisers have freedom of speeh that is compromised by laws prohibiting certain types of ads?

1) This paper should focus on an evaluative issue or a conceptual issue in the field of business ethics.

2) Utilize one outside source for research to supplement your existing knowledge base, and include one quote from that outside source. Your paper should tie themes into it from those we engaged during this quarter.

3) Your answer should be at least 3 pages (double space, typewritten) and explore a topic in ethics or social responsibility (the issue prompt/topic is from the list below) from the available options below.

All essays must in some way relate to the course content and refer to and use the course materials relevant to your issue. This is an absolute requirement.

Your essay should show a thorough understanding of the readings and class discussions on the issue.

Also include a short executive summary as the first page of your paper, outlining your position/argument, the major issues addressed, the arguments made, the major points of support (with references), and your conclusion.