Ethics and Professional Codes of Conduct
- Using specific cited examples from your Leader research and cited course concepts, discuss how your leader display (or not display) the concepts of:
Ethics and Professional Codes of Conduct (Unit 10),
Managing Conflict (Unit 11),
Strategic Planning (Unit 12).
Power and Politics (Unit 13).
Please include citations and references to Units 10, 11, 12 and 13 reading materials that support your analysis.
- How can you apply the conclusions of your assessment and analysis to leadership roles and responsibilities in your organization?
Sample Answer
1. Analyzing Leader Behaviors:
Concept: Ethics and Professional Codes of Conduct (Unit 10)
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Indicators:
- Does the leader uphold ethical principles like honesty, integrity, and fairness in decision-making? (Northouse, 2021, p. 322)
- Do they adhere to the organization’s code of conduct and industry regulations? (Giessner, Berman, & Bliese, 2019)
- Do they set a positive example for ethical behavior within the organization?
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Example: A leader who refuses to participate in unethical practices, even under pressure, demonstrates strong ethical conduct. (Northouse, 2021, p. 325)