Contemporary issues in business ethics

  “John Rawls argued that, although it is unjust to impose disproportionately heavy burdens on present generations for the sake of future generations, it is also unjust for the present generations to leave nothing for future generations” (Velasquez 2012:285) Write an essay critically discussing this statement with reference to the concept of justice and environmental ethics Support your argument with examples -3,000 words via turnitin Learning outcomes for Coursework 2  Apply ethical reasoning to a range of contemporary business issues.  Critically discuss the social and philosophical nature of ethics within a business context  Critically examine the contexts and contemporary debates of responsible business  Cultivate an interest in current affairs concerning the ethical impact of business on society and the individual  Identify and critically analyse key national and international issues in Business Ethics Guidance You may approach this question from an angle of your choice but I would expect to see some application of the concepts of justice and equality to environmental issues that may affect future generations. There should be evidence that environmental ethical theories have been considered and understood. A good answer will consider the above with a high level of criticism and engagement. There will be dedicated time available to discuss this topic in class The Harvard system of referencing must be used Reading: please refer to reading list below • References should be given in the text to show evidence of wider reading. • Please be reminded that regular class attendance will help you focus on the issues and theories covered Tutorial appointments will be available but do come prepared There will be dedicated time available to discuss this topic in class Marking Criteria for coursework 2 All answers must be justified and fully referenced within the text Good answers (worthy of grade 60% upwards) will have critical, rather than merely descriptive reference to theory and its applicability to examples of practice. Good answers will show evidence of wider reading. Please refer to reading list Further guided reading will be made available Grade A 70% plus: demonstrating independent critical thinking and original insights Grade B 60- 70 %: arguments are well-defined and clearly articulated an ability to engage in critical evaluation and reflection Grade C 50 -60 %: generally demonstrates an ability to communicate information, ideas, concepts and arguments successfully Grade D 40-50%: demonstrates a basic knowledge and understanding of many aspects of the field of study relevant to the task. For further details please see the Academic Handbook General Marking Scheme for Assessment 2 Marks will be awarded for the following: Answers are expressed in clear and correct English The text is fully referenced using the Harvard scheme An accurate word count is on the front sheet Reading List Crane, A, & Matten, D, (2010), Business Ethics, Oxford University Press. Velasquez, Manuel, G. (7th Ed.), (2012), Business Ethics: Concepts and Cases, Prentice Hall. Fisher C & Lovell A, (2009), Business Ethics & Values, FT/Prentice Hall www.pearsoned.co.uk/fisherlovell Rowson, R., (2006), Working Ethics - how to be fair in a culturally complex world, Jessica Kingsley Publishing, London and Philadelphia Fisher C & Lovell A, (2009), Business Ethics & Values, FT/Prentice Hall www.pearsoned.co.uk/fisherlovell Rowson, R., (2006), Working Ethics - how to be fair in a culturally complex world, Jessica Kingsley Publishing, London and Philadelphia Bickle, R. & Scott Cato, M. (2008) New Views of Society S.L.R.P. Glasgow Kline, J. (2010), Ethics for International Business, Routledge