Sherisse Woodley

L. Brandt
Ethics in Business
June 2, 2014
Assignment 4
Ch. 7 (p. 390) "Questions" #s 9, 10, 13
1. Do you believe there is now an equal playing field regarding access to
educational institutions, jobs, and their employment opportunities for all
individuals and groups in the United States? Explain. Do you believe women
should still be a protected group under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act?
Explain. Do you believe minorities of different races in the U.S. other than
Caucasian should still be protected? Is so, which group(s)? If not, explain why
not.
To an extent. I believe theres an equal playing field for educational institutions and
jobs, because anyone can go to school if they are qualified its not how it use to be
back then when only boys could go to school or certain minorities. As for jobs I do
believe there is equal playing field because if you meet the requirements for the job
they will consider you as a potential candidate, but as for equal playing field for
employment opportunities I dont believe there is. Theres a lot of people out there
with good educations who cant get a job in their industry, because they lack
experience.

Yes. I think everyone should be protected under the Title VII of the Civil Rights Act
because it help prevents discrimination against gender, race, religion, or national
origin in any term or condition. They also prohibit discrimination in hiring,
classifying, referring, assigning, promoting, training, retraining, conducting
apprenticeships, firing and dispensing wages and fringe benefits.

Yes I believe different races should be protect because Caucasian arent the only
people who settle here in American and theyre not the only people who are
American. Also because people come here because of Civil Right Acts like these and
freedom.
2. What are some arguments for and against reverse discrimination? Is the
playing field in U.S. corporations more level now?
The doctrine has be criticized on the grounds that nondiscrimination requires
discrimination
Reverse discrimination is alleged to occur when an equally qualified woman
or member of a minority group is given preference over a white male for a job
or when less qualified members of an ethnic minority are given hiring
preferences over white males through a quota system.
Affirmative action, opponents argue, discriminates against gender and race,
that is, white males. Some even say affirmative action discriminates against
age: white, middle-aged males.
Another major argument against affirmative action says that individuals are
held responsible for injustices for which they were not and are not
responsible.
Proponents of affirmative action argue that injustices from discrimination
have been institutionalized against minority groups.
People of all races will continue to be hurt by discrimination and reverse
discrimination practices. The playing field in U.S. corporations is a little more
level now. Either way, theres going to be some reverse discrimination in schools
and jobs because theyre looking to diversify their organizations. If it was the
other way around we will be arguing the same things, but maybe less because its
not dealing with Caucasians.
3. Do you believe whistle-blowing Is justifiable in corporations? Would, or could,
you blow the whistle? Under what circumstances would you be compelled to
blow the whistle as an employee in an organization? Offer an example.
Its justifiable when accusations are true and their motivation is justifiable and
accurate. In other words when they are not whistle blowing to gain a perk or position,
etc. If something was illegal yes I would and could blow the whistle.
As an employee I would be compelled to blow the whistle if anyone or a group of
peoples wellbeing was in jeopardy, or if the person was doing something illegal. For
example, I watch a show Arrow on the CW and last season Merlin a billionaire and a
huge influencer in the city of Starling City was planning to blow up the city with a
deadly bomb. If I was an employee of his or a colleague, board member or anyone
who worked at his organization I would tell the authorities of his plan to blow of the
city.
Ch. 7 (p. 393--395) "Case 19 Wal-Mart: Ongoing Challenges with Gender
Discrimination" Question #s 1, 2, 3
1. Based on the stated human resources philosophy of Wal-Mart, would it be likely
that the company would discriminate based on gender differences? Explain.
Yes based on gender differences because to get the fullest effort from employees you
have to reward them by higher salaries, profit sharing and stock ownership. Wal-Mart
pays low wages towards their employees and would hire male employees because
they think they can work longer hours and do more labor than females, resulting in
making more money.

2. Put yourself in the role of the plaintiffs. What ethical arguments would you offer
in support of their allegations?
Males have historically dominated the workplace because back then they were the
ones providing for the families and they still dominate the highest paying jobs. The
rights of women, minorities, and other underprivileged groups have been denied and
violated regarding access to education, jobs and other institutional opportunities. Wal-
Mart in this case has to be fair to its employees irrespective of their gender, race,
color, religion or national origin when it comes to hiring, classifying, assigning,
promoting, training, retaining, conducting apprenticeships, firing and dispensing
wages and fringe benefits.

3. Put yourself in the role of Wal-Mart. What ethical arguments would you offer to
counter the plaintiffs allegations?
Principle of Justice: I can argue that its unfair we have to put race, sex, and ethnicity
in consideration when paying our employees.
Rights Principle: They can say the right of their employees are equal and protected
under the law. The controversy will continue as the economic, social, political and
demographic environments change.
Utilitarian Principle: They can say the affirmative action cant be proven because the
benefits do no exceed its costs.
Ch. 8 (p. 466) "Questions" #s 11, 15
1. Explain what the dark side of globalization means to you. Offer some
examples. Offer an additional issue that could be considered a dark side of
globalization. After doing so, offer a realistic solution that could either eliminate,
change, or transform the dark side of your issue.
My understanding of the dark side of globalization is the result of companies doing
business in other countries or with other countries. For example crime and corruption,
though its not very easy to go to and from America it is easy enough for foreign
people to come in and sell drugs, traffic girls in the sex slavery, or companies to
suddenly shut down factories, because it will cost them less to do production oversea
resulting in loss of jobs, and Westernization. The only realistic solution I could think
of is finding a way to lower production costs here in America so thousands of
American wont lose their jobs to foreigners or be aggressive in shipping ports in
border to reduce sex trafficking and drug consumption.

2. In paragraph or list, describe dominant culture characteristics of yourself as
could be seen from another country or regional perspective. Include some of
your core values. The process to the next question.
Languages: English
Religion: Christianity
Values: Honor your father and mother, respect your elders, help one another
Social Customs: Giving a hug to someone you know or meet when you bump
into them, shaking hands after a game, smiling when you walk by someone,
holding the door for the person behind you, etc.
Ch. 8 (p. 469) "Real-Time Ethical Dilemma" Questions # 2, 3
1. If you do decide to go, what specific preparation should you make?
I would make sure I know the culture and how people act and do things around there.
For example do they tip, mannerism in the corporation office, body languages, how
they speak to their superiors, the list goes on. Another thing I would prepare is how
they view women and what I can do to make sure my voice is heard in a mans world
and ways to avoid harassment.

2. If you describe not to go, draft out the dialogue you would have with your CEO
Me: Good Moring John (pretend name for CEO)
John: Good Morning Jane are you getting prepared for Russia. Do you have any
questions?
Me: Yes that is why Im here. I wanted to talk to you about the Russia job.
John: sure sit down.
Me: Ive voiced my concerns and my fears about working in Russia and done some
much thought on whether I should take the job or not. Im very grateful that you
chose me over everyone else in the company, but I have to politely decline.
John: Jane listen, I know its not something you will be use to like here in the states,
but this is a great challenge and opportunity to grow and learn.
Me: Yes I know, but how would I lead in a country who dont think women should
have rights. Im also concerned about my safety. The laws on harassment are unclear
and being in a foreign country where they dont appreciate women and respect them
seems like a risk that shouldnt be taken. This decline in no way means I want to
leave the company, but Im sorry John I cant go to Russia. I hope you understand
where Im coming from and that this doesnt change your perspective on my work
ethic and how I can contribute to this company.