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1. What is meant by the unethical work practices?
2. What is meant by bribery?
3. What is meant by Loose talk?
4. What is meant by Industrial espionage?
5. Why employees should be on time for work?
6. Why you think employees should follow the instructions of management?
7. Discuss other examples of ethical behaviour, perhaps experienced by the learners themselves.
8. Break away groups to mind map the following:
Explain why you think employees should follow the instructions of management?
9. List the steps you think should be taken if you wish to report unethical behaviour in your organisation.
1. Unethical work practices refer to actions or behaviors that are morally wrong or against accepted ethical standards in a workplace. This can include actions such as lying, stealing, cheating, bullying, discrimination, and disregarding safety protocols.
2. Bribery is the act of offering, giving, receiving, or soliciting something of value (such as money, gifts, favors, etc.) with the intent to influence someone in a position of power or authority, often for personal gain or to obtain unfair advantages.
3. Loose talk refers to the act of casually sharing sensitive or confidential information without considering the potential consequences. Loose talk can lead to breaches of confidentiality, damage to reputation, legal issues, or compromise of sensitive business information.
4. Industrial espionage is the covert and illegal gathering of confidential or proprietary information from a competitor or another organization for competitive advantage. This can involve actions such as stealing trade secrets, hacking into computer systems, or infiltrating organizations to obtain valuable information.
5. Employees should be on time for work to ensure that operations and processes can proceed smoothly and efficiently. Punctuality is important for meeting customer demands, maintaining productivity, respecting co-workers' time, and upholding professional standards.
6. Employees should follow the instructions of management because it promotes effective teamwork, ensures consistency and adherence to company policies and procedures, helps maintain workplace order and efficiency, and contributes to overall organizational success. Management is responsible for setting goals, making informed decisions, and providing guidance for employees.
7. Learners may have experienced ethical behavior such as honesty, integrity, fairness, and respect in their personal or professional lives. Examples could include colleagues supporting each other during difficult times, seeing managers prioritize employee well-being over profit, or witnessing transparent communication and decision-making within their organization.
8. In breakaway groups, learners can create mind maps to outline reasons why they believe employees should follow the instructions of management. This may include factors such as maintaining a productive work environment, ensuring consistency and quality of work, fostering trust and teamwork, and aligning with the overall goals and vision of the organization.
9. Steps that can be taken to report unethical behavior in an organization may include:
a. Documenting the incident or behavior with as much detail as possible.
b. Identifying the appropriate channel or reporting mechanism, which could be a designated ethics hotline, HR department, or a supervisor.
c. Following any specific reporting procedures or protocols established by the organization.
d. Providing the necessary evidence or supporting documentation, if available.
e. Maintaining confidentiality, if desired or if advised by the reporting mechanism.
f. Cooperating fully with any investigations or inquiries that may follow.
g. Being prepared to support or clarify the report if required.