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Refer to Case 9: Enron: Questionable Accounting Leads to Collapse

The misconduct that occurred within Enron’s corporate culture played a big part in the company’s eventual bankruptcy. Where were the ethical lapses? What sort of changes could have been made early on in Enron’s internal culture that may have prevented its downfall?

Be sure to address:

• Corporate culture
• The key players in Enron’s downfall
• Leadership’s ethical responsibility

Refer to Case 14: Apple Inc.’s Ethical Success and Challenges

Apple executives have recently asked for your thoughts on hiring a new supplier in Bangladesh. Bangladesh has been in the news recently for several worker accidents, often because the buildings were unsafe. However, labor in this factory is inexpensive, and doing business with this factory would save significantly on costs. What would your decision be? Explain your reasoning.

Be sure to address:

• How Apple’s philosophy and organizational culture have impacted how it handles ethical decisions
• Ethical risks in Apple’s operations