Choose two companies - one you consider to be ethical and one you believe to be unethical.
Refer to the included resources to create a short white paper to analyze the topic of ethics. (NOTE - if you're unfamiliar with the format of a white paper - Google "white paper" for sites)
Intro - Define ethics.
Body - Answer the following for each company:
Does this company have a published code of ethics?
Does it offer evidence of social responsibility?
Does it practice sustainability?
Conclusion - Why do you consider this to be an ethical company or not? Provide specific references to support your position. Consider the following questions in your conclusion.
In what ways does a company’s ethics (good or bad) influence your buying decisions?
Did your research for the assignment change your views on that company?
What companies in your industry have a high level of corporate ethics?
Do corporate ethics differ in a global environment?
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