Ethics and Social Responsibility

Resource: Ethics and Social Responsibility Grading Guide

Refer to the Week 2 - Required Learning Activity: Strategic Management: Concepts and Cases, Ch. 13: Corporate Governance and Ethics

Purpose of Assignment

The purpose of this assignment is to help students understand the influence that ethics and social responsibilities have on the strategic planning process.

Assignment Steps

Write a 700-word report in which you address the following:

• Define and explain the role of ethics and social responsibility in developing a strategic plan while considering stakeholder needs and agendas.
• Include at least one example of a company overstepping ethical boundaries for stakeholder agendas, and identify what types of preventative measures could be taken to avoid this type of situation.

Cite 3 scholarly references, including at least one peer-reviewed reference from the University Library.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.