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AdJ 1.01 Ethics
Business
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Accountability | The condition of having to answer for or be liable for your actions; accepting responsibility for your decisions |
| Consequence | The result of an action |
| Ethical principles | Standards that govern behavior; not dependent on circumstance |
| Ethical situation | An issue in which you must decide whether something is right or wrong |
| Ethical | The basic principles that govern your behavior |
| Fairness | The ability to make judgements without favoritism or self-interest |
| Honesty | Truthfulness |
| Integrity | Adhering to a established set of personal ethics and sound moral principles; acting with honesty in all situations |
| Reputation | A person's or business's good name |
| Respect | Regard or esteem; honoring the rights, freedoms, views and property of others |
| Responsibility | Fulfilling one's obligations in a dependable, reliable manner |
| Rule of law | Complying with laws and regulation |
| Spin | A dishonest way of presenting a person or situation |
| Transparency | The quality of being just as one sees; being open and truthful when communicating |
| Viability | The long-term value of your choice |