PROF 450 BSC Wk 5 The Ethical Concern in Human Resource Discussion Questions

PART A 

We discussed how codes of ethics and conduct affect organizations. We learned about addressing ethical workplace issues and some strategies.  Now, let’s practice.  For this discussion, you are assigned an ethical scenario according to your last name.  Read the scenario, and then in your initial post, address the prompts below the scenarios.  Title your post as the scenario you’re assigned.  Example:  Case 1.
Scenario Background:  You work for a computer manufacturing company with approximately 1,000 employees. The company is located in a large metropolitan area.

Last names ending in A – E complete Case 1: Lorna is an administrative assistant in the Human Resources Department. Her good friend, Bill, is applying for a job with the company and she has agreed to serve as a reference for him. Bill approaches her for advice on preparing for the interview. Lorna has the actual interview questions asked of all applicants and considers making him a copy of the list so he can adequately prepare. 

• Summarize the ethical issue or problem.
• Recommend a course of action and explain in detail why you chose that course of action. 
• Discuss if there are any legal ramifications if applicable. 

PART B

Throughout your studies, you’ve likely learned about different ethical situations. Regardless of your chosen degree program, ethical decision-making and conduct will be expected of you professionally and personally. This Assessment will present you with the opportunity to employ the knowledge, skills, and behaviors (KSB’s) you gained throughout your degree program related to ethics in the workplace.

Directions

Research and identify an ethical concern, issue, or opportunity in your degree program field of study within the past 18 months. You will create a minimum 750-word essay, in APA format with at least 2 scholarly sources supporting your ethical situation.

Be sure to answer all the following prompts:

• ·         Identify and explain in detail the ethical concern, issue, or opportunity.
• ·         Research and describe at least two potential strategies to help mitigate your identified ethical situation.
• ·         Propose a solution to the relevant ethical situation and be sure to include the implementation method.

Upload your Ethical Multicultural Assessment to the Program Outcome in your ePortfolio specific to your degree as listed on the first page of these directions. 

PART C

the workplace has evolved throughout the years.  Today, organizations must adhere to several laws and regulations while maintaining a positive, safe, and diverse environment to be competitive. When we speak of diversity, we refer to a great variety of human characteristics.  Reflect on what you learned, and in your own words, answer the following prompts.

• Describe the most challenging aspects of working in a diverse environment.
• Explain your approach to understanding the perspectives of colleagues from different backgrounds