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BE101 Nature of Ethi
business essentials
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Accountability | The condition of having to answer for or be liable for your actions; accepting responsibility for your decision |
| Consequence | the result of an action |
| Ethical principles | Standards that govern your behavior; not dependent on circumstances |
| ethical situations | An issue in which you must decide whether something is right or wrong |
| Ethics | The basic principles that govern your behavior. |
| Fairness | The ability to make judgements without favoritism or self-interest; engaging in fair competition and creating equal relationships |
| honesty | truthfulness |
| Integrity | Adhering to an established set of personal ethics and sound moral principle; acting with honesty in all situations |
| Reputation | A persons or business good name |
| Respect | Regard or esteem; honoring the rights, freedom, views, and property of others. |
| Responsibility | Fulfilling ones obligation in a dependable, reliable manner |
| Rule of law | Complying with laws and regulations |
| spin | A dishonest way of presenting a person or situation |
| Transparency | The quality of being just as one seems; being open and truthful when communicating |
| trustworthy | Reliable; deserving the confidence of others |
| Viability | The long-term value of your choices |