Uncharted territory : investigating individual business ethics in Cyprus
Journal
Business ethics : a European Review
Date Issued
November 21, 2008
Author(s)
DOI
10.1111/j.1467-8608.2008.00527.x
Abstract
The research purpose of the study is to investigate and identify correlates of ethical behaviour and
attitudes of individuals currently working or pursuing a business-related graduate degree in Cyprus.
Analysis of the quantitative questionnaire revealed that the majority of the respondents had a concept of
‘ethical behaviour’, consider ethics important, and hold attitudes that are conducive to ethical behaviour
in business. In addition, findings revealed significant differences in three correlates: age, gender and
position. Finally, reflecting the findings, the authors suggest specific actions that aim to improve ethical
decision making in the Cyprus business environment.
attitudes of individuals currently working or pursuing a business-related graduate degree in Cyprus.
Analysis of the quantitative questionnaire revealed that the majority of the respondents had a concept of
‘ethical behaviour’, consider ethics important, and hold attitudes that are conducive to ethical behaviour
in business. In addition, findings revealed significant differences in three correlates: age, gender and
position. Finally, reflecting the findings, the authors suggest specific actions that aim to improve ethical
decision making in the Cyprus business environment.
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