Development of a cognitive skill in solving business ethics problems: The effect of instruction

A Meta-Analytic Investigation of Business Ethics Instruction

“…Some scholars have argued that the goal of instruction should be rooted in the awareness of ethical issues (Wynd and Mager, 1989). However, other scholars have noted the importance being in the uncovering of the moral reasoning process of managers (Kavathatzopoulos, 1993;Treviño, 1992). Finally, recent empirical investigations of business ethics have focused on determining exactly how individuals behave and react to ethical situations within the organizational context (Treviño et al, 2006).…”

Making the case for ongoing and interactive organizational ethics training

“…Further, many authors also argue that business schools are under preparing students in the area of business ethics and the transferability of the education into the real world. Kavathatzopoulos (1993) argued that business ethics programs need to not only teach the foundation of general philosophical principles, but should also train students in the autonomous skill of making ethical decisions. He argued that training them in a problem solving method is more transferrable to new situations and problems.…”

The Effects of Unstructured Group Discussion on Ethical Judgment

“…Research suggests the discussion leader is a key to success. Numerous studies have found that a combination of ethical training and teacher-led discussion can be effective in improving ethical decision making and promoting moral development (e.g., Harris & Guffey, 1991;Kavathatzopoulos, 1993;Rest, 1986;Rest & Thoma, 1985). However, much of the discussion that occurs in and around businesses and educational institutions does not occur in the context of Correspondence should be addressed to G. Stoney Alder, University of Nevada Las Vegas, Department of Management,Entrepreneurship,and Technology,4505 Maryland Parkway,Box 456009,Las Vegas, ethical training, nor is it structured in a manner that encourages consideration of ethical implications.…”