Question 1

Explain the reasoning behind the popularity of the values-based culture.

Accepted Answer

The argument in favor of a values-based

Question 2

How does a compliance-based structure work?

Accepted Answer

A compliance-based culture emphasizes ob

Question 3

Ethics holds a higher position in the firm if a highly skilled individual is hired into an exclusive position as _____ and is given a staff and a budget to support the work required.

Accepted Answer

ethics officer
Explanation: Ethics was n

Question 4

Which traits should a leader possess so that he or she can be perceived as being ethical?

Accepted Answer

One study of the nature of ethical leade

Question 5

Which of the following involves the disclosure of unethical or illegal activities to someone who is in a position to take action to prevent or punish the wrongdoing?

Accepted Answer

A) Whistleblowing 
B) Redlining 
C) Gentrification 
D) Flyposting 
A) Whistleblowing 
B) Redlining 
C) Gentrification 
D) Flyposting

Question 6

How is an ethical, effective leader different from an effective leader?

Accepted Answer

A) An ethical leader will take decisions based only on a set of rules. 
B) An ethical leader will follow a set of rules regardless of consequences. 
C) An ethical leader will empower the employees in decision making. 
D) An ethical leader will achieve his or her goals through intimidation. 
A) An ethical leader will take decisions based only on a set of rules. 
B) An ethical leader will follow a set of rules regardless of consequences. 
C) An ethical leader will empower the employees in decision making. 
D) An ethical leader will achieve his or her goals through intimidation.

Question 7

A _____ culture will empower legal and audits offices to mandate and to monitor compliance with the law and with internal codes.

Accepted Answer

compliance-based
Explanation:

Question 8

How can an ethical culture have a direct effect on the bottom line of an organization?

Accepted Answer

If attended to and supported, a strong e

Question 9

What are the differences between an effective leader and an ethical leader?

Accepted Answer

Leaders guide, direct, and escort others

Question 10

In addition to attitudes and behaviors, list the other determinants of culture within an organization.

Accepted Answer

Several of the elements that are easiest

Question 11

The first step in constructing a personal code or mission for a firm is to:

Accepted Answer

A) articulate a clear vision regarding the firm's direction. 
B) ask oneself what one stands for or what the firm stands for. 
C) believe that the culture is actually possible, achievable. 
D) identify clear steps as to how the cultural shift will occur. 
A) articulate a clear vision regarding the firm's direction. 
B) ask oneself what one stands for or what the firm stands for. 
C) believe that the culture is actually possible, achievable. 
D) identify clear steps as to how the cultural shift will occur.

Question 12

The first step in the construction of a code or mission is to articulate a clear vision regarding the firm's direction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which of the following is a traditional approach to corporate culture?

Accepted Answer

A) Values-based 
B) Integrity-based 
C) Customer-based 
D) Compliance-based 
A) Values-based 
B) Integrity-based 
C) Customer-based 
D) Compliance-based

Question 14

Whistleblowing to external groups is usually preferred over internal mechanisms for reporting wrongdoing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which of the following is true about ethical leaders?

Accepted Answer

A) Ethical business leaders do not need to talk about ethics and act ethically on a personal level. 
B) They do not say "no" to conduct that would be inconsistent with their organization's and their own personal values. 
C) If an executive is "quietly ethical" within the confines of the top management team, but more distant employees do not know about her or his ethical stance, they are more likely to be perceived as an ethical leader. 
D) They expect others to say no to them. 
A) Ethical business leaders do not need to talk about ethics and act ethically on a personal level. 
B) They do not say "no" to conduct that would be inconsistent with their organization's and their own personal values. 
C) If an executive is "quietly ethical" within the confines of the top management team, but more distant employees do not know about her or his ethical stance, they are more likely to be perceived as an ethical leader. 
D) They expect others to say no to them.

Question 16

A(n) _____ environment is one in which employees act in responsible ways, even when the law does not require it.

Accepted Answer

ethical
Explanation: An ethica

Question 17

When would a values-based culture rely on the personal integrity of its workforce for making decisions?

Accepted Answer

A) In situations where the rules of the organization do not apply 
B) When legal bodies are empowered to monitor compliance 
C) In situations where rules are applicable to make decisions 
D) In situations where a set of principles should be enforced 
A) In situations where the rules of the organization do not apply 
B) When legal bodies are empowered to monitor compliance 
C) In situations where rules are applicable to make decisions 
D) In situations where a set of principles should be enforced

Question 18

If one joins a firm with a culture that supports values other than those with which one is comfortable, there will be a ____.

Accepted Answer

values conflict
Explanation: I

Question 19

Which of the following is true about culture?

Accepted Answer

A) The specific culture within an organization can be defined easily and objectively. 
B) The incentives an organization employs do not help in determining the organization's specific culture. 
C) Attitude and behavior are the biggest fraction of the elements that determine culture. 
D) Perception may actually impact the culture in a circular way. 
A) The specific culture within an organization can be defined easily and objectively. 
B) The incentives an organization employs do not help in determining the organization's specific culture. 
C) Attitude and behavior are the biggest fraction of the elements that determine culture. 
D) Perception may actually impact the culture in a circular way.

Question 20

_____ involves the disclosure of unethical or illegal activities to someone who is in a position to take action to prevent or punish the wrongdoing.

Accepted Answer

Whistleblowing
Explanation: Wh

Explain the reasoning behind the popularity of the values-based culture.

How does a compliance-based structure work?

Ethics holds a higher position in the firm if a highly skilled individual is hired into an exclusive position as _____ and is given a staff and a budget to support the work required.

Which traits should a leader possess so that he or she can be perceived as being ethical?

Which of the following involves the disclosure of unethical or illegal activities to someone who is in a position to take action to prevent or punish the wrongdoing?

How is an ethical, effective leader different from an effective leader?

A _____ culture will empower legal and audits offices to mandate and to monitor compliance with the law and with internal codes.

How can an ethical culture have a direct effect on the bottom line of an organization?

What are the differences between an effective leader and an ethical leader?

In addition to attitudes and behaviors, list the other determinants of culture within an organization.

The first step in constructing a personal code or mission for a firm is to:

The first step in the construction of a code or mission is to articulate a clear vision regarding the firm's direction.

Which of the following is a traditional approach to corporate culture?

Whistleblowing to external groups is usually preferred over internal mechanisms for reporting wrongdoing.

Which of the following is true about ethical leaders?

A(n) _____ environment is one in which employees act in responsible ways, even when the law does not require it.

When would a values-based culture rely on the personal integrity of its workforce for making decisions?

If one joins a firm with a culture that supports values other than those with which one is comfortable, there will be a ____.

Which of the following is true about culture?

_____ involves the disclosure of unethical or illegal activities to someone who is in a position to take action to prevent or punish the wrongdoing.

Ethics and Business

Ethical Decision Making: Personal and Professional Contexts

Philosophical Ethics and Business

Corporate Social Responsibility

Ethical Decision Making: Employer Responsibilities and Employee Rights

Ethical Decision Making: Technology and Privacy in the Workplace

Ethics and Marketing

Business and Environmental Sustainability

Ethical Decision Making: Corporate Governance, Accounting, and Finance

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Exam 4: The Corporate Culture-Impact and Implications

Explain the reasoning behind the popularity of the values-based culture.

How does a compliance-based structure work?

Ethics holds a higher position in the firm if a highly skilled individual is hired into an exclusive position as _____ and is given a staff and a budget to support the work required.

Which traits should a leader possess so that he or she can be perceived as being ethical?

Which of the following involves the disclosure of unethical or illegal activities to someone who is in a position to take action to prevent or punish the wrongdoing?

How is an ethical, effective leader different from an effective leader?

A _____ culture will empower legal and audits offices to mandate and to monitor compliance with the law and with internal codes.

How can an ethical culture have a direct effect on the bottom line of an organization?

What are the differences between an effective leader and an ethical leader?

In addition to attitudes and behaviors, list the other determinants of culture within an organization.

The first step in constructing a personal code or mission for a firm is to:

The first step in the construction of a code or mission is to articulate a clear vision regarding the firm's direction.

Which of the following is a traditional approach to corporate culture?

Whistleblowing to external groups is usually preferred over internal mechanisms for reporting wrongdoing.

Which of the following is true about ethical leaders?

A(n) _____ environment is one in which employees act in responsible ways, even when the law does not require it.

When would a values-based culture rely on the personal integrity of its workforce for making decisions?

If one joins a firm with a culture that supports values other than those with which one is comfortable, there will be a ____.

Which of the following is true about culture?

_____ involves the disclosure of unethical or illegal activities to someone who is in a position to take action to prevent or punish the wrongdoing.

Ethics and Business

Ethical Decision Making: Personal and Professional Contexts

Philosophical Ethics and Business

Corporate Social Responsibility

Ethical Decision Making: Employer Responsibilities and Employee Rights

Ethical Decision Making: Technology and Privacy in the Workplace

Ethics and Marketing

Business and Environmental Sustainability

Ethical Decision Making: Corporate Governance, Accounting, and Finance

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