Taking Sides: Clashing Views on Controversial Issues in Business Ethics and Society

by Lisa H. Newton (Editor), Maureen M. Ford (Editor)

This debate-style reader is designed to introduce students to controversies in business ethics. The readings, which represent the arguments of leading philosophers and business commentators, reflect a variety of viewpoints and are presented as "pro" and "con" arguments. Issues debated include capitalism and corporations in theory and practice; ethics in financial areas; human resources issues; marketing and consumer dilemmas; environmental policy and corporate responsiblity; and ethics in the international arena.

Genres: Business

400 pages, Paperback

First published October 28, 1989

Reviews

[Marcus Goncalves]

This book presents a compelling collection of debates that explore diverse perspectives on pressing ethical issues in the business world. It is structured to provide arguments for and against each topic, encouraging readers to critically analyze and form their own opinions on complex matters such as corporate responsibility, environmental ethics, and consumer rights. Some of the issues are outdated.