Ethical Dilemma In The Corporate WorldBusiness Management / Sustainability

 Ethical Dilemma In The Corporate World

 INTRODUCTION

Heard of scams in the in the corporate world making headline news we are all too familiar? In today’s dynamic business landscape, complex ethical dilemma challengers are an inescapable element, professionals encounter. In an increasingly competitive environment employees face conflicting moral principles, challenging decisions between right and wrong.

It’s critical that one is able to navigate these dilemmas and complexities, effectively emphasizing ethical decision-making, fostering a culture of integrity, and providing tools to address dilemmas responsibly.

 COURSE OBJECTIVES

Our goal is to empower you to make sound ethical decisions, contribute to a positive work environment, and uphold the highest standards of integrity in your professional journey. Let's embark on this learning experience together to enhance your ethical decision-making capabilities and contribute to a workplace that values ethical principles.

COURSE OUTLINE

Day 1: Understanding Ethical Dilemmas

Welcome and Introduction

• Icebreaker activity
• Overview of training objectives and agenda

Basics of Ethics

• Definition and importance of ethics in the workplace
• Core ethical principles: honesty, integrity, fairness, respect
• Discussion on personal vs. professional ethics

Identifying Ethical Dilemmas

• Definition and types of ethical dilemmas
• Real-world examples of ethical dilemmas in the workplace
• Group activity: Identifying potential ethical dilemmas from given scenarios

Decision-Making Models for Ethical Dilemmas

• Introduction to ethical decision-making models (e.g., Utilitarian, Rights, Justice, Common Good, Virtue approaches)
• Step-by-step guide on applying these models
• Case study analysis: Applying decision-making models to real-world scenarios

Role-Playing Ethical Dilemmas

• Participants are divided into small groups
• Role-play exercises based on different ethical dilemmas
• Discussion and feedback session

Interactive Q&A Session

• Open forum for participants to ask questions and share experiences
• Facilitator-led discussion to address common concerns and challenges

Wrap-Up and Day 1 Recap

• Summary of key takeaways
• Briefing on Day 2 activities

Day 2: Corporate Accountability

Recap of Day 1

• Quick review of the previous day's lessons and insights

Introduction to Corporate Accountability

• Definition and importance of corporate accountability
• Key principles of corporate accountability
• The role of transparency and reporting in corporate accountability

Corporate Governance and Ethical Leadership

• Overview of corporate governance structures
• The role of ethical leadership in promoting corporate accountability
• Case studies of successful and failed corporate governance

Building an Ethical Corporate Culture

• Elements of an ethical corporate culture
• Strategies for fostering ethical behavior within an organization
• Group activity: Developing an action plan to promote an ethical culture in a hypothetical company

Whistleblowing and Reporting Mechanisms

• Understanding whistleblowing: definition, importance, and risks
• Best practices for establishing effective reporting mechanisms
• Discussion on legal protections for whistleblowers

Implementing Corporate Accountability Measures

• Practical steps to enhance corporate accountability
• The role of audits, compliance programs, and ethical training
• Interactive session: Creating a checklist for corporate accountability

Interactive Q&A Session

• Open forum for participants to ask questions and share insights
• Facilitator-led discussion to address final concerns and questions

Conclusion and Feedback

• Summary of key takeaways from both days
• Participants provide feedback on the training
• Certificates of completion and closing remarks

KEY TAKEAWAYS

This training is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary tools. These key takeaways provide a thorough understanding of how to identify, analyse, and resolve ethical dilemmas, and how to implement and maintain corporate accountability within an organization.

METHODOLOGIES

Through interactive lectures, group discussions, case studies, role-playing simulation, Q & A Sessions, reflection and feedbacks.   learners will learn to equip with strategies for ethical problem-solving, effective communication in ethical dilemmas, and creating a workplace culture that values and prioritizes ethical behaviour.

DURATION

1 Day (9am to 5pm)

JP Abraham

Abraham Judah, is a training consultant with the Management Development & Consultancy arm of MDIS.

With his wealth of experience in the service industry and vast exposure with people of global profile, his expertise in training rendered would be equal to the best and 2nd to none in the local scene. With his domain expertise, in cross cutting competencies, his training rendered in change management and service excellence, would be beyond mere theories but what works.

With, more than 20 years of industry, experience in the service sector, JP, as he is popularly known, played a pivotal role and was one of the key pioneer’s and architect of change management with Singapore Airlines. An aviation consultant, par excellence - Numero UNO. His practical experience and transformation of Singapore airlines service culture from its horror days and accomplishments as a star ICON, speaks volume, setting him apart from his peers and he is undoubtedly one of the catalyst to the Singapore Airlines story and where the airline is today.

His vast contribution, initiatives and ideas in change management with Singapore Airlines, distinctly differentiated himself from the cohorts of his era and his initiatives to date is clearly a testimony of the LEGACY he left behind

Abraham’s, key roles on the corporate sector remained in change management and quality assurance. In 2008 in a career switch, upon leaving his legacy in Singapore Airlines, he took roles in the hospitality industry. In his new related role, he spearheaded, quality assurance, change management and brand culture.

In all his endeavours, JP left his un-mistakable footprint of his signature brand in excellence that distinctly differentiated him apart from the erstwhile competitors.