Ethical Management Research Articles

Mapping the evolution of ethical standards in trading: A bibliometric analysis

Amid concerns about financial social responsibility, the significance of ethical standards in trading has grown. Recent years have seen increased focus on exploring diverse ethics in trading, from fundamental principles to cutting-edge techniques. Our objective is to shed light on the state of ethics in trading through a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of 3010 research articles published between 1976 and 2022, drawing data from the Web of Science Core Collection (WoS). This analysis includes identifying publications, examining co-authorship patterns, determining top countries in scientific output, analyzing citations, exploring influential journals, and assessing keyword co-occurrence. Recurring themes mirror the academic progression of ethics in trading, especially regarding new technologies like high-frequency trading, offering insights for future research. Two standout considerations are the ethical implications of short selling in high-frequency trading and ethical management in commodity trading, linked to the evolving landscape of social responsibility in trade management.

China’s Legal Practices Concerning Challenges of Artificial General Intelligence

The artificial general intelligence (AGI) industry, represented by ChatGPT, has impacted social order during its development, and also brought various risks and challenges, such as ethical concerns in science and technology, attribution of liability, intellectual property monopolies, data security, and algorithm manipulation. The development of AI is currently facing a crisis of trust. Therefore, the governance of the AGI industry must be prioritized, and the opportunity for the implementation of the Interim Administrative Measures for Generative Artificial Intelligence Services should be taken. It is necessary to enhance the norms for the supervision and management of scientific and technological ethics within the framework of the rule of law. Additionally, it is also essential to continuously improve the regulatory system for liability, balance the dual values of fair competition and innovation encouragement, and strengthen data-security protection systems in the field of AI. All of these will enable coordinated governance across multiple domains, stakeholders, systems, and tools.

Development of strategic participatory moral education management model in private vocational colleges

Addressing society’s current ethical dilemmas necessitates urgent reinforcement of moral standards. Transforming student behavior necessitates integrating legal and social measures through proactive youth cultivation within educational institutions. This study focuses on a participatory, strategic approach to managing ethics in private vocational colleges in Thailand. The researchers gathered data through structured, in-depth interviews and opinion surveys from a sample group of 400 individuals, which included directors and department heads of these colleges. The research identified two main dimensions and eleven factors essential for moral education management in private vocational colleges. The first dimension encompasses six critical factors: resource management, structural policies, educational services, personnel, financial management, and materials and equipment management. The second dimension includes five key factors: school strategies, administrative policies, teacher roles, student engagement, and community stakeholder involvement. Statistical analysis supports the causal relationship model, revealing a Chi-Square value of 33.492 and a P-value of 0.055. This comprehensive approach aims to foster sustainable moral development and cultivate desirable societal behaviors among students. It contributes to national stability and aligns with educational and vocational development plans, effectively addressing broader socio-economic challenges. The findings underscore the importance of strategic, ethical management in private vocational education institutions as a cornerstone for nurturing a morally responsible student body and supporting national development goals.

"Doing the right thing": Moral conflicts and ethical issues experienced by military nurses during wartime.

The War on Terrorism, which included Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) in Afghanistan from 2001 to 2014 and the concurrent Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) from 2003 to 2011, exposed military nurses to situations and challenges for which many reported feeling unprepared. Clinically, nurses faced multi-trauma injuries and devastating wounds suffered by military troops and civilians alike. Cultural issues and harsh living conditions added further complications to the care environment. The purpose of this study was to address the research question: How do military nurses identify, assess, manage, and personally resolve ethical issues occurring in nursing practice during wartime deployments? Qualitative grounded theory provided the design for this study. Using the constant comparative method, data collection, and data analysis occurred simultaneously to build a theory of ethical issues management during wartime. Using a focused interview guide responsive to emerging themes and developing theory, interviews were conducted until theoretical saturation was achieved. Participants represented primarily Army (55%) active duty (83%) female nurses (71%) who had deployed to Iraq (52%), Afghanistan (32%), or both (16%). A sampling grid was used to recruit nurses representative of the demographics deployed in support of OIF and OEF. Data analysis usedgrounded theory methods to identify a core construct to detail proposed relationships and concepts. Rigor was maintained in study methods and analysis using established tenets to support trustworthiness. The nurses shared stories regarding their experiences during deployment. Many struggled to find internal resolutions regarding the care of detainees, cultural differences, end-of-life decision-making, pain management, and care of civilian casualties. The study described the ethical issues military nurses encountered during wartime and the strategies used to mitigate moral conflict. By better understanding how nurses define, assess, and manage ethical situations, we can better prepare our deploying nurses for future conflicts. Military nurses returning from wars with unresolved moral conflicts are at risk for moral distress. Moral distress has been associated with burnout, dissatisfaction with and leaving the nursing profession, compassion fatigue, and disinterest in the provision of quality patient care. In the interest of preserving the health of military nurses, steps need to be taken to provide resources for helping them prepare for, encounter, and cope with the ethical situations inherent in wartime nursing care.

Sustaining tenancies by ‘caring-with’: care ethics in social housing tenancy management

ABSTRACT This article contributes to scholarship that conceptualises housing, particularly social housing, as an infrastructure of care. Care for people with housing needs that cannot be met in the private market is shaped through the provision of social housing, and social housing can also be a site for caring (and careless) practices and relations. Using qualitative data gathered in interviews with tenancy managers at one of the largest social housing providers in Victoria, I argue that tenancy management must be understood as an integral pillar of the caring infrastructure social housing can provide. Tenancy managers who participated in this study understood tenancy management in social housing as a caring practice. They described their role as oriented around sustaining the tenancies of people with high and complex support needs who would otherwise be at high risk of homelessness. However, tenancy managers also faced consistent barriers to the enactment of tenancy-sustainment-as-care, which emerged when caring relationships between the actors involved in sustaining a tenancy broke down. This paper focuses on their experiences of overcoming barriers, resolving conflicts, and successfully sustaining tenancies. The analysis shows that ‘caring-with’ – i.e., working relationally to build collaborative networks of care-givers and care-receivers – can support tenancy sustainment.

An advanced Artificial Intelligence platform for a personalised treatment of Eating Disorders.

Eating Disorders (EDs) affect individuals globally and are associated with significant physical and mental health challenges. However, access to adequate treatment is often hindered by societal stigma, limited awareness, and resource constraints. The project aims to utilize the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI), particularly Machine Learning (ML) and Deep Learning (DL), to improve EDs diagnosis and treatment. The Master Data Plan (MDP) will collect and analyze data from diverse sources, utilize AI algorithms for risk factor identificat io n, treatment planning, and relapse prediction, and provide a patient-facing chatbot for information and support. This platform will integrate patient data, support healthcare professionals, and empower patients, thereby enhancing care accessibility, personalizing treatment plans, and optimizing care pathways. Robust data governance measures will ensure ethical and secure data management. Anticipated outcomes include enhanced care accessibility and efficiency, personalized treatment plans leading to improved patient outcomes, reduced waiting lists, heightened patient engagement, and increased awareness of EDs with improved resource allocation. This project signifies a pivotal shift towards data-driven, patient-centered ED care in Italy. By integrat ing AI and promoting collaboration, it seeks to redefine mental healthcare standards and foster better well- being among individuals with EDs.

Ética Contable en la Gestión Pública: Análisis Crítico de la Literatura

The article critically analyzes accounting ethics in public management, highlighting its relevance in transparency and accountability. The objective is to identify the main ethical challenges faced by accountants in the public sector and to propose recommendations. Methodologically, a literature review focused on recent studies indexed in Scopus and Web of Science was used. The results indicate that public accountants face conflicts of interest, lack of independence and problems in the implementation of international accounting standards, which compromises financial transparency. The discussion highlights the need to strengthen ethics training and internal control mechanisms to improve accountability and reduce corruption. The study concludes that it is essential to strengthen legislation, promote an ethical organizational culture and ensure continuous training in professional values to ensure the correct application of ethical principles in public accounting.

The Dark Triad of brand personality: Scale development and validation

AbstractDespite the considerable magnitude of negative brand personalities in the marketplace, prior research has disproportionately focused on positive personality traits. To address this research gap, the authors present a conceptual and empirical approach that draws from the Dark Triad of psychology and applies it to the branding domain. They conceptualize and validate the Dark Triad of brand personality which comprises brand narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy dimensions. Through a multiphase scale development process, a reliable and valid 12‐item brief version of the Dark Triad of brand personality is created, enabling its assessment in both research and management contexts. Examining the Dark Triad in branding is crucial as it provides a unique lens to understand the rise of negative, dark brand personalities. It accounts for brand personality aspects not yet captured by existing scales, including manipulation, exploitation, grandiosity, and lack of empathy. This introduction of the Dark Triad brand personality opens new avenues for research into brand transgressions and ethics in brand management. In terms of managerial implications, insights from this research can inform strategic brand management, enabling companies to better manage their brand's image.

ONTOLOGY OF DIGITAL OBJECTS AND TECHNOLOGICAL NORMATIVITY: NEW PERSPECTIVES FOR DIGITAL ETHICS

Purpose: Development of conceptual approaches to the understanding of ethical aspects of digital technologies, based on the ontological turn in the understanding of technological normativity.Design / Method / Approach: The research is based on an interdisciplinary approach combining philosophy of technology, ethics, social philosophy, science and technology research, computer science and cognitive psychology. Methods of conceptual analysis, phenomenological description, critical discourse analysis and comparative analysis are used.Findings: The ontological status of digital objects and their role in the formation of ethical experience is analyzed. The forms of normativity of digital technologies are revealed: interface, algorithmic and infrastructural.Theoretical implications: The research contributes to the development of conceptual approaches to the ethical aspects of digital technologies, creating a basis for the integration of various philosophical traditions and expanding the possibilities of ethical analysis in the digital era.Practical implications: The proposed approach can be used to develop strategies for ethical design and management of digital technologies, including creating ethical guidelines, conducting ethical audits, designing interfaces, and developing educational programs on digital ethics.Originality / Value: A comprehensive approach to the consideration of the ethics of digital technologies is proposed, taking into account the ontological turn in the understanding of technological normativity. The novelty lies in the integration of the ideas of postphenomenology, object-oriented ontology and philosophy of information for the analysis of the ontology of digital objects and their normative force.Research limitations / Future research: Prospects include empirical studies of various forms of technological normativity, in-depth study of the ontological status of specific types of digital objects, and analysis of the relationship between the ontology of digital objects and their normative force in various contexts. The limitations are related to the theoretical nature of the study, which requires further empirical verification.Paper type: Theoretical.

The powerful influence of connections: exploring the effects of wasta informal networks on human resource development in Kuwait

ABSTRACT This research examines the consequences of engaging with wasta while practicing fair and ethical human resource management (HRM) in organizations in Kuwait. Weak ties have been established to be a powerful positive force for job seekers in the Western world, but in the Middle Eastern context, powerful close connections known as wasta exert a crucial impact on the pursuit of employment. We explore the relationship between wasta, HRM, and human resource development (HRD) in Kuwait using social exchange theory. Based on 24 semi-structured interviews, the study determines that the outcomes identified with wasta in businesses are considerable. Due to its disruption of standard HRM practices, wasta not only influences access to employment but also impacts employees’ professional development and their entire performance throughout their time with an organization. By unpacking this powerful but previously seldom explored phenomenon, this study expands conceptual frameworks on social influence and personal connections in the workplace, particularly regarding wasta. Additionally, it provides recommendations for lessening the undesirable outcomes of wasta and improving employee and organizational evolution in the fair practice of HRM.

Pengaruh Management Etika dalam Lingkungan PIAUD Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Ibnu Ruysd Kotabumi

This research aims to examine the influence of ethical management on the learning environment in Early Childhood Education (PIAUD). Good ethical management is thought to be able to create a positive, safe learning environment and support children's holistic development. The research method used is a quantitative method with a survey design. The population of this study were all teachers and parents of students at PIAUD Husnul Amal Kotabumi. Samples are taken randomly from the population., Data was collected using a questionnaire consisting of questions about ethical management and the learning environment. Data analysis was carried out using descriptive statistics and linear regression to test the effect of ethical management on the learning environment. The research results show that ethical management has a positive and significant influence on the learning environment in PIAUD. Teachers who consistently apply ethical values ​​in teaching and interacting with students succeed in creating a learning atmosphere that is more comfortable, safe and supports children's development. These findings indicate that good ethical management is an important factor in creating a conducive learning environment in PIAUD., This research suggests that PIAUD managers implement clear ethics policies and carry out strict supervision to ensure their implementation. Apart from that, training for teachers regarding the importance of ethics in education is also recommended to improve the quality of the learning environment.

Realities, perceptions, and strategies for implementation of an ethical population management program for dogs and cats on university campuses.

Stray dogs and cats pose significant challenges for public health and animal welfare due to their potential involvement in zoonotic disease transmission, accidents, and aggressions. Large urban centers exacerbated challenges due to the presence of these animals in public areas with high human density. Ethical Population Management Programs (EPMP), rooted in the One Health approach, are crucial for addressing this issue comprehensively. This study aimed to demonstrate the approach on cats and dogs EPMP and evaluate the perceptions of academic community regarding EPMP implementation on a campus situated in urban territory. The study was conducted at the Pampulha campus of UFMG in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. In response to issues of animal abandonment and conflicts, the Permanent Commission for Animal Policies (CPPA-UFMG) was established in 2019 to manage the campus's dog, cat, and wildlife populations. The commission implemented the Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) method, along with health assessments and vaccinations for animals. Interviews were conducted with campus staff to gauge their perception of animal management strategies. Retrospective and prospective analyses of the commission's actions were carried out to assess implementation processes and challenges. The animal population survey conducted on campus between July 2018 and September 2021 revealed a total of 266 animals recorded. Among these animals, 195 were cats (73.3%) and 71 were dogs (26.7%), with the majority being adults. Subsequent surveys in 2019 and 2021 showed a slight increase in the animal population, with measures such as sterilization contributing to population control. Perception analysis among campus users indicated strategies such as TNR were widely endorsed for population control. The employees perception questionnaire was applied to 115 individuals, representing 42 units/departments and five gates. Associations were found between these beliefs and support for institutional actions. The majority favored sterilization (92.17%) and agreed that TNR is an appropriate approach to population control. Overall, the study reflects a community concerned about animal welfare and supportive of measures to address population management and cruelty prevention. The continuous efforts of the university's CPPA have led to stability in the resident animal population, indicating success in achieving population control objectives.

CSR for Employees' and e-WOM Relationship: Case Study in Maritime Business Organization in Turkey

In the competitive contemporary landscape, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) holds paramount importance for enterprises, fostering ethical management and nuanced business understanding while supporting strategic marketing. The transformative impact of information technologies, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, reshapes corporate communication dynamics. Amidst this, the symbiotic relationship between CSR initiatives and internal communication becomes crucial for organizational success. This research examines the intricate link between CSR and electronic word of mouth communication (e-WOM) intentions among employees. Additionally, it explores whether employment duration significantly influences e-WOM intentions. The research is theoretically based on a model that supports the impact of CSR on behavioral intentions with stakeholder theory and results in e-WOM. The quantitative research method of survey has been implemented. The relationships between the variables were tested using the Correlation and ANOVA analysis. Based on data from 246 employees serving at operations, sales and marketing, sea logistics and business administration departments by convenience sampling method in a Turkish maritime organization serving in container business, the findings reveal a positive correlation between the CSR initiatives and employees’ e-WOM intentions. The study also identifies a discernible impact of employment duration on e-WOM intentions, indicating statistical significance.

The Power of Integrated Audits for Ethical and Effective Risk Management

The purpose of this study is to explore the role of integrated audits in promoting ethical conduct and effective risk management within organizations. The research design and methodology involve a qualitative approach based on a systematic literature review. Relevant literature from academic journals, books, and conference proceedings is analyzed to identify key concepts and trends related to integrated audits and ethical risk management. The findings and discussion highlight the multifaceted benefits of integrated audits, including their ability to provide organizations with a holistic understanding of their risk landscape and to embed ethical considerations into decision-making processes. The implications of this research suggest that integrated audits offer organizations a comprehensive approach to navigate uncertainties while upholding ethical standards, with significant implications for organizational resilience and stakeholder trust.

Ethical risks of artificial intelligence and prospects for joint decision-making in medicine

The article deals with ethical problems in the process of joint decision-making arising in connection with the active involvement of artificial intelligence systems in medical practice. Special attention is paid to the influence of artificial intelligence systems on the principle of respect for the patient’s autonomy, an ethical assessment of the main criteria of the patient’s autonomous action — voluntariness, awareness and competence is given. It is noted that the declared ethical values in the implementation of artificial intelligence in the field of medicine at this stage of its development cannot fully provide the standard of joint informed decision-making. Along with the extensive capabilities of artificial intelligence systems to increase the patient’s competence and responsibility for their health, ethically ambiguous issues remain related to the awareness and voluntary nature of the patient. Technological features of artificial intelligence create obstacles to the formation of trust between the doctor and the patient: they complicate the process of informing the patient, prevent the patient from voluntarily choosing the preferred treatment algorithm, which may make it difficult to comply with the principle of respect for patient autonomy. The study of trigger points in the mechanism of ethical management of artificial intelligence in the healthcare system is a promising task for the creation of reliable medical artificial intelligence.

Developing culturally competent physicians: Empathy, inclusivity, moral distress training and ethical reflections during the Medicine Clerkship

Purpose We aimed to develop a tool that would allow assessment of ethics competency and moral distress during the Internal Medicine Clerkship and to introduce curricular changes that could empower students to better address ethical dilemmas and challenges encountered during the clerkship. Materials and Methods A structured ethics assignment was introduced where students could reflect on impactful stressful scenarios and address questions related to emotional responses, identified ethical issues, management themes, and professional obligations. A 4-tiered grading rubric and individual narrative feedback was provided for each assignment, and small-group debriefing sessions were introduced for reflective thought and future planning. De-identified assignments were analyzed and classified into subgroups according to 5 main ethical issue subgroups and 10 specific management themes. Assignments were also analyzed for the presence of moral distress. Results 357 students completed the reflective ethics activities. The most commonly identified ethical issues were related to Shared Medical Decision Making (>40%), Primary of Patient Welfare challenges, (>20%), and Social/Organizational dilemmas. Management themes often pertained to Patient Wishes/Legal Obligations, Professional Behaviors, and Limited Resources. 87% of assignments demonstrated moral distress. Conclusion Medical school is a stressful time and challenges are augmented during clinical years. Our reflective activity demonstrated significant exposures to ethical dilemmas, reviewed earlier principles of ethics training, and provided a safe forum in which to discuss these important aspects of healthcare. We captured powerful images of challenging situations eliciting moral distress, and students greatly appreciated the activity. We encourage future investigations that support student well-being and enable smooth transitions into residency training.

Does Organizational Commitment, Ethical Leadership And Ethical Climate Affect On Deviant Behavior In The Workplace?

Nowadays, ethical issues in organizations are an interesting topic to discuss, especially for the problem of deviant behavior. Therefore, this issue is a major concern in the field of organization and business. Deviant behavior will have negative implications for individuals, groups, and organizations which encourages practitioners and academics to pay more attention to ethical management. The paper explores the relationship between ethical leadership, ethical climate, organizational commitment, and deviant behavior. The respondent of this research are employees of PT. Japfa Comfeed Indonesia . The study measures ethical climate using 5 indicators with 26 statement items sourced from Cullen (1993), organizational commitment using 3 indicators with 18 statement items sourced from Meyer, Allen, and Smith (1993), and ethical leadership using 10 indicators with 15 statement items sourced from Yulk (2010). The data collection method used in the research is a questionnaire sent via Google Form. Data analysis using the Partial Least Square (PLS) approach using the help of the SmartPLS program. Overall, the study suggests that promoting ethical leadership and creating a positive ethical climate can enhance organizational commitment and reduce deviant behavior at PT. Japfa Comfeed Indonesia.

Broad informed consent or partial informed consent

The establishment of clinical research resource platforms, including research databases and bio-sample library, is an important development in the field of clinical research. The international academic community proposes broad informed consent to regulate the ethical management of the issue. However, the broad informed consent fails to capture the main features of incomplete informed consent and authorization, misleads researchers and managers and leads to miss ethical management for clinical research projects. Therefore, the author proposes a named partial informed consent to improve ethical management for clinical research projects. Partial informed consent separates ethical management for establishing clinical research resource platforms and clinical research projects. After reviewing the legal and ethical foundation of clinical research ethics management, the author discussed the similarities and differences between project management and task management in the two informed consent solutions, the basis for approval of exempted informed consent signatures by the ethics committee, issues to be noted in the ethics management of multi-center research at the task level, and explained the substantive differences between broad informed consent and partial informed consent.

Aktualisasi Nilai Budaya Siri’ Na Pacce dalam Akuntabilitas Non-Governmental Organization

Purpose: This research aims to actualize the cultural value of siri' na pacce in the soul of every individual in the accountability of a non-governmental organization (NGO). Research methodology: This type of research is qualitative with a data analysis process using an ethnographic approach which aims to understand the indigenous people's point of view, their relationship with life, to realize their vision of their world. The research was conducted at the gardening learning community Maros Youth Learning Center (MYLC), a learning center under the SRP Payo-payo organization in Maros, South Sulawesi. Results: The research results found that the actualization of siri' na pacce cultural values provides a strong and ethical accountability framework for the NGO. It enhances the running of the organization by fostering a sense of unity to achieve a common mission which is not only symbolized by material accountability, but also by non-material values, such as mutual respect, solidarity, and empathy. In the end, the values of siri' na pacce positively impact the organization's members as a whole. Limitations: Researcher has limitation in interacting with community donors due to limited space which refers to geographical challenges that hinder direct access to donors. Contribution: This research contributes to organizations regarding the implementation of accountability that is imbued with local cultural values, can strengthen accountability and ethics in NGO management because there are intangible, non-material elements.

Paradoxes, challenges, and opportunities in the context of ethical customer experience management

AbstractThis article examines paradoxes, challenges, and opportunities in the context of ethical customer experience management. Central to this discussion are different stakeholders such as firms, customers, policymakers, regulators, and society at large, as well as key issues associated with them. Firms aim to design and manage compelling experiences using customer data but face challenges balancing cost, customization, ethical concerns, and fairness in customer experience management. Customers should be encouraged to reflect on whether to share personal information for customized experiences, as well as on how far their responsibility goes in ensuring critically informed decision‐making. Policymakers and regulators must integrate the views of various stakeholders into policies and guidelines that promote a healthy society. Importantly, the digitization of customer experience has given rise to unprecedented ethical concerns related to the prospect of ‘programming’ these experiences. The shrinking temporal and spatial distance between stimuli, customer action, data footprint, and tracking poses significant reflections and dilemmas for both customers and firms. In this context, it is essential to determine ethical reflections and guidelines for customer experience design and management. We argue that firms should involve customers in assessing the implications of their experiences, while policymakers should facilitate the involvement of all stakeholders (including firms, customers, regulators, academics, and NGOs) to create an ongoing, healthy dialogue. This dialogue should guide a continuing debate aimed at evaluating the implications of specific actions in customer experience management.