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2/2/2015
Non for profit:
Brother’s Brother Foundation
For Profit: Hobby Lobby
Final Paper - Analysis of Personal and Organizational Ethics
and Values between For-Profit and Not-for-Profit Organizations
Scenario:
You are an ethnographic researcher writing an article for a
popular organizational behavior research journal. Your purpose
is to identify key problems related to business ethics in a Not-
for-Profit and For- Profit organization. In this potential article
please complete the following activities:
Outline the company profile of the not for profit company you
chose to analyze (consult the week #2 journal for the
information you should include). Explain the ethical dilemma
that it faced or is currently facing. Analyze the way that it
responded to this ethical dilemma and outline the legal, social,
or political outcomes that emerged after the actions were taken..
Outline the company profile of the for profit company you
chose to analyze (consult the week #2 journal for the
information you should include). Explain the ethical dilemma
that it faced or is currently facing. Analyze the way that it
responded to this ethical dilemma and outline the legal, social,
or political outcomes that emerged after the actions were taken.
In part three of your paper, please provide your personal
reflections on the ethical actions that were taken in relation to
the problem. Evaluate those actions from your own ethical
standpoint. Use these questions to inspire your analysis: Did
the company respond in a morally responsible way? Did the
company respond in a morally irresponsible way? Did the
company create the ethical dilemma or was the dilemma the
outcome of an unforeseen force? Could the company have done
more? Who was responsible for the problem and how could it
have been prevented?
Remember that when you analyze something you should present
logical reasoning and factual evidence to support your position.
Do not merely answer these questions using simplistic yes and
no answers. Instead, you should always support your position
with logical argumentation and evidence that explains why you
believe what you believe.
In part 4 of your paper please create a critique of the actions of
these companies based on two of the philosophical theories that
you studied earlier in the course (deontology, utilitarianism,
egoism, virtue ethics, moral relativism). Determine which
moral theory the company appears to be abiding by in relation
to this issue. Explain the attributes of the decision that make
you believe that this is the ethical perspective of the company.
If you agree with the ethical theory of the company, explain
why this is the best ethical position on the issue. If you do not,
explain which ethical position would be better to utilize in this
situation and why you believe that this position is better. Here
are some sample questions to guide your thinking:
Which ethical theory did the company use in making its
decision? Was it the best? Why or why not?
Which ethical theory should the company have used? Why?
What is the ideal relationship between bad or suffering and
profit?
What does it mean to run an ethical business?
What is the best way for a company to maintain its competitive
edge and contribute to overall good or happiness in relation to
its workers and customers?
Logistics and Length Requirements
Your paper needs to be 10 double-spaced pages, not counting
the cover page and the reference list. You papers should abide
by APA requirements. You must use at least ten scholarly
sources, six of which can be found in the Ashford Online
Library. For information regarding APA, including samples and
tutorials, visit the Ashford Writing Center within the Learning
Resources tab on the left navigation toolbar. Here is a
breakdown of the page length requirements you should abide by
as you complete this project.
Part 1: 3 pages
Part 2: 3 pages
Part 3: 2 pages (one for each company)
Part 4: 2 pages (one for each company)
Writing the Final Paper
The Final Paper:
Must be at least ten double-spaced pages in length (not
including title page and reference list), and formatted according
to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a title page with the following:
Title of paper
Student’s name
Course name and number
Instructor’s name
Date submitted
Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct
thesis statement.
Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
Must use at least ten scholarly resources, including a minimum
of six from the Ashford Online Library.
Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the
Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to
APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

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  • 3. Logistics and Length Requirements Your paper needs to be 10 double-spaced pages, not counting the cover page and the reference list. You papers should abide by APA requirements. You must use at least ten scholarly sources, six of which can be found in the Ashford Online Library. For information regarding APA, including samples and tutorials, visit the Ashford Writing Center within the Learning Resources tab on the left navigation toolbar. Here is a breakdown of the page length requirements you should abide by as you complete this project. Part 1: 3 pages Part 2: 3 pages Part 3: 2 pages (one for each company) Part 4: 2 pages (one for each company) Writing the Final Paper The Final Paper: Must be at least ten double-spaced pages in length (not including title page and reference list), and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. Must include a title page with the following: Title of paper Student’s name Course name and number Instructor’s name Date submitted Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement. Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis. Must use at least ten scholarly resources, including a minimum of six from the Ashford Online Library.
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