Characteristics of Ethical Business Cultures
Alexandre Ardichvili, James A. Mitchell, Douglas Jondle
Journal of Business Ethics · 2009 · Volume 85 · Issue 4
DOI: 10.1007/s10551-008-9782-4
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to identify general characteristics attributed to ethical business cultures by executives from a variety of industries. Our research identified five clusters of characteristics: Mission- and Values-Driven, Stakeholder Balance, Leadership Effectiveness, Process Integrity, and Long-term Perspective. We propose that these characteristics be used as a foundation of a comprehensive model that can be engaged to influence operational practices in creating and sustaining an ethical business culture.
Keywords
business ethics, business culture, organizational culture, leadership, value-based management
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