Can Ethics Education Improve Ethical Judgment? An Empirical Study

摘要

Ethics scandals and corrupt practices can ruin a business. Can good judgment and ethical decision-making be taught in business schools? While these schools are now trying to incorporate ethics education, few studies have examined the effectiveness of such courses. This study focuses on the influence of successful outcomes on perceptions of ethical behavior. Is a successful person more likely to be considered ethical, regardless of other factors? A statistical analysis of responses from 175 people who were working and also pursuing master's degrees in business supported the hypothesis that a comprehensive course with an ethical focus mitigated bias in judging the ethical standing of others.