March 20, 2015
Can an "Ethical" Bank Support Guns and Fracking? Outline
Thesis: A loan to Field Force would suggest that the bank's proclamation of being ethical is just a marketing gimmick; therefore, the bank should refuse and affirm its commitment to a broader set of values.
I. Ethical decision-making process “Before You Decide”
A. Identification of all the facts involved in the case study
B. Alternative courses of action for Rocky Mountain Green Bank.
C. Ethical issues involved with giving a loan to Field Force
D. The consequences of potential courses of action
II. Ethical decision-making process “Before You Act”
A. Importance of being ethical in the future.
B. Public Relations issue
C. Rules and Principles
D. Equity
III. Conclusion
A. Analysis revision in light of the opinions provided by the commentators
B. Summary of the main points and thesis restatement