COMM 315 Chapter Notes - Chapter 9: Extraterritoriality, United Nations Global Compact, Absenteeism
13 Apr 2017
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Ethics re(cid:203)ects concern for well-being of people and society. Ethical behavior sometimes referred to as being re(cid:203)ection of society"s moral values. Ethical behavior should re(cid:203)ect respect for others and for society. Ethical action should promote climate of fairness, conciliation, and good faith. Law sets out speci(cid:202)c standards that all must respect. By adopting standards higher than those required in host country, canadian companies could demonstrate that cleaner, safer, and fairer working conditions can improve workers" productivity, decrease absenteeism and turnover, and create more pro(cid:202)table business model. Agreement to respect ten principles of ungc relating to human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption. Extra-territoriality - canadian courts can assert jurisdiction and prosecute in canada actions taken by canadians outside of canada. 9. 5 professional standards and corporate codes of conduct. Establish set of ethical rules and behavior which all persons who wish to be recognized as members in good standing of professional association agree to respect.
