Case Studies in Organizational Communication : Ethical Perspectives and Practices

by Steve May

• ISBN13: 9781412983099
• ISBN10: 1412983096
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781483332758
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-01-20
• Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc
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About This Book

Case Studies in Organizational Communication: Ethical Perspectives and Practices

This book is a comprehensive resource designed for advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in Organizational Communication. It integrates ethical theory and practice to help strengthen readers' awareness, judgment, and action in organizations by exploring ethical dilemmas.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in advanced courses related to organizational communication, ethics, and management. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in organizational ethics, including professionals looking to understand and address ethical issues in their workplaces.

History and Editions

The second updated edition of "Case Studies in Organizational Communication: Ethical Perspectives and Practices" has been a go-to resource for many years, providing a rich and diverse overview of contemporary organizational ethics. This edition includes case studies that discuss dilemmas faced by prominent organizations such as NASA, Coca-Cola, Mitsubishi, Wal-Mart, the Catholic Church, and the tobacco and pharmaceutical industries. The book offers a consistent case structure that allows instructors and students to compare and contrast cases on comparable terms.

Author and Other Works

Steve May is the editor of this book. Steve May is known for his expertise in organizational communication and his ability to present complex ethical issues in a clear and structured manner. This book is part of a series that explores various aspects of organizational communication, including management communication and organization studies.

Key Features

• Ethical Case Studies: The book explores some of the most important examples of organizational ethics today, providing a detailed examination of ethical dilemmas faced by diverse organizations.
• Comprehensive Coverage: It offers a broad range of ethical dilemmas in various workplaces, including work/family balance, racism, sexual harassment, offshoring, and telecommuting.
• Pedagogical Materials: The book includes extensive instructional materials such as case summaries and discussion questions, making it an invaluable resource for both students and instructors.
• Structured Approach: The consistent case structure allows for easy comparison and contrast of cases on comparable terms.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781412983099
• eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9781452263885

Publication Details

• Publisher: SAGE Publications
• Publication Date: Not specified
• Number of Pages: 382
• Language: English
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Other Editions and Formats

• The book is available in both hardcover and e-book formats.
• Other related ISBNs for this book include:
• 9781412983099 (hardcover)
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Table of Contents

List of Figures and Tables	p. ix
Preface	p. xi
Acknowledgments	p. xxi
Introduction: Ethical Perspectives and Practices	p. 1
Alignment	p. 33
Ethical Dilemmas in the Financial Industry	p. 35
The Ethics of the "Family Friendly" Organization: The Challenge of Policy Inclusiveness	p. 49
Managing the Ethical Implications of the Big Box: The Walmart Effect	p. 59
Just Window Dressing? The Gap (RED) Campaign	p. 73
Dialogic Communication	p. 85
Ethical Contradictions and E-Mail Communication at Enron Corporation	p. 87
Toyota Oh, What a Feeling, or Oh, What a Mess? Ethics at the Intersection of Industry, Government, and Publics	p. 99
Sanlu's Milk Contamination Crisis: Organizational Communication in Conflicting Cultural, Economic, and Ethical Context	p. 111
What About the People in the "People's Car"? Tata Motors Limited and the Nano Controversy	p. 119
Participation	p. 129
Resistance and Belonging: The Chicago Blackhawks and the 2010 Chicago Annual Pride Parade	p. 131
Is Agriculture Spinning Out of Control? A Case Study of Factory Farms in Ohio: Environmental Communication, News Frames, and Social Justice	p. 143
Ethical Storm or Model Workplace?	p. 157
Gaming the System: Ethical Challenges in Innovative Organizations	p. 169
Transparency	p. 181
Reward, Identity, and Autonomy: Ethical Issues in College Athletics	p. 183
The Case of Wyeth, DesignWrite, and Premarin: The Ethics of Ghostwriting Medical Journal Articles	p. 197
Fired Over Facebook: Issues of Employee Monitoring and Personal Privacy on Social Media Websites	p. 207
Daimler's Bribery Case	p. 29
Accountability	p. 231
The Deepwater Horizon Disaster: Challenges in Ethical Decision Making	p. 233
Outsourcing U.S. Intelligence	p. 247
Silence in the Turmoil of Crisis: Peanut Corporation of America's Response to Its Sweeping Salmonella Outbreak	p. 261
Patrolling the Ethical Borders of Compassion and Enforcement	p. 271
Courage	p. 283
Google's Dilemma in China	p. 285
Speaking Up Is Not an Easy Choice: Boat Rocking as Ethical Dilemma	p. 295
The Aftermath of Scandal: Picking Up the Pieces of a Shattered Identity	p. 305
Afterword: Casework and Communication About Ethics: Toward a Broader Perspective on Our Lives, Our Careers, Our Happiness, and Our Common Future	p. 315
Author Index	p. 323
Subject Index	p. 331
About the Editor	p. 347
About the Contributors	p. 349
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