Discussion Item: A fundamental question in business is whether the business has any responsibility beyond profit. Should the business be of the singular mind that making a profit is the goal, or do...

Discussion Item:

A fundamental question in business is whether the business has any responsibility beyond profit. Should the business be of the singular mind that making a profit is the goal, or do businesses have an ethical obligation to give back in some way, either to the communities in which they operate or to charity?

Debate Issue: Take A Stand:

One team will argue for the first point,and the other will arguefor the opposing viewThis debate asks students to choose which ethical auditing guidelines to use for a smallcompany’s situation.

Group#1

Those arguing for the Better Business Bureau auditing criteria might point out thatthis audit provides a practical approach and allows the organization to examine itself from a multitudeof stakeholder perspectives.

Group#2

Those arguing for the audit guidelinescould arguethat it is easier and more helpful to use a checklist of items that address specific areas of the company.