An integrative model of ethical justifications in organizations is proposed. The model recognizes the roles of psychological and non-psychological factors on the link between ethical theories and the ethical reasoning and, consequently, on the way operators justify themselves when accused of being against (or not favoring) the good of the company. This study wants to contribute to highlighting the benefits of the prevention of deviant behavior through a more profound comprehension of its antecedents. The analysis confirms the complexity of human beings, and the need for an integrated approach that leads to clarity and coherence among tools (e.g. mission, code of ethics, incentive system), people and among both people and tools. A central role is played by the dissemination of a culture that considers the firm as a real entity, with its own interest, that is separated from that of its stakeholders and which brings the purpose of the common good.

Di Carlo, E. (2021). Antecedents of Deviant Behavior: Psychological and Non-Psychological Factors and Ethical Justifications. EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITIES AND RIGHTS JOURNAL [10.1007/s10672-021-09387-x].

Antecedents of Deviant Behavior: Psychological and Non-Psychological Factors and Ethical Justifications

Di Carlo, E
2021-01-01

Abstract

An integrative model of ethical justifications in organizations is proposed. The model recognizes the roles of psychological and non-psychological factors on the link between ethical theories and the ethical reasoning and, consequently, on the way operators justify themselves when accused of being against (or not favoring) the good of the company. This study wants to contribute to highlighting the benefits of the prevention of deviant behavior through a more profound comprehension of its antecedents. The analysis confirms the complexity of human beings, and the need for an integrated approach that leads to clarity and coherence among tools (e.g. mission, code of ethics, incentive system), people and among both people and tools. A central role is played by the dissemination of a culture that considers the firm as a real entity, with its own interest, that is separated from that of its stakeholders and which brings the purpose of the common good.
2021
Pubblicato
Rilevanza internazionale
Articolo
Esperti anonimi
Settore SECS-P/07 - ECONOMIA AZIENDALE
English
Common Good
Deviant Behavior
Ethical Reasoning
Ethical Theories
Moral Rationalization
Real Entity Theory
Virtue Ethics
Di Carlo, E. (2021). Antecedents of Deviant Behavior: Psychological and Non-Psychological Factors and Ethical Justifications. EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITIES AND RIGHTS JOURNAL [10.1007/s10672-021-09387-x].
Di Carlo, E
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