Book Review: Business Ethics by Ananda Das Gupta
Title: Business Ethics by Ananda Das Gupta: A Thought-Provoking Journey of Moral Reflection
As a passionate reader and lover of knowledge, I found myself engrossed in the intriguing pages of “Business Ethics” by Ananda Das Gupta. This remarkable book plunges deep into the intricacies of ethical dilemmas faced within the corporate world, inviting readers to embark on a thought-provoking journey of moral reflection.
Right from the start, it is evident that Gupta possesses a profound understanding of ethics and their application in business settings. With clarity and precision, he skillfully navigates through complex concepts, ensuring that even those unfamiliar with the subject matter can grasp the underlying principles. The author’s command over the topic is truly commendable.
One aspect that resonated deeply with me was how Gupta seamlessly intertwines real-life case studies throughout the book. These anecdotes add color and depth to his arguments, allowing readers to witness ethical challenges faced by businesses firsthand. By doing so, he not only presents theoretical frameworks but also provides practical insights into applying ethical thinking in real-world scenarios.
Moreover, “Business Ethics” manages to strike a delicate balance between theoretical discussions and practical solutions. Gupta outlines various ethical theories with clarity and conciseness while simultaneously offering strategies for organizations to integrate ethics into their core values. This comprehensive approach ensures that readers gain both theoretical understanding and actionable steps towards creating an ethically responsible business environment.
While reading this book, I found myself engaged in an internal dialogue about my own moral compass as it relates to business practices. It forced me to question preconceived notions and consider different perspectives on controversial issues such as employee rights, environmental sustainability, and corporate social responsibility. The author’s ability to provoke introspection is truly commendable.
If I were to express any criticism about “Business Ethics,” it would be regarding its brevity. With only 200 pages encompassing such a vast subject matter, some topics felt inadequately explored, leaving me longing for more in-depth analysis. However, this is merely a testament to the book’s ability to captivate and stimulate discussion rather than a flaw in its content.
In conclusion, “Business Ethics” by Ananda Das Gupta is a must-read for anyone seeking to navigate the complex terrain of ethical decision-making in the business world. Gupta’s expertise shines through his engaging writing style and captivating anecdotes, making it an invaluable resource for both academics and professionals alike. Prepare to be challenged, inspired, and ultimately enlightened as you delve into this thought-provoking masterpiece that will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on how you perceive ethics in business.
Score: ★★★★☆
Business Ethics
Business ethics is understood in a comprehensive and differentiated sense, as in recent years it has evolved under the influence of globalization. The present book examines inclusive growth, which includes more than just poverty alleviation and seeks to address the problem of equity through the enhancement of opportunities for all parties. This conforms to the fundamental task of business ethics, which is to enhance the ethical quality of decision-making and actions taken at all levels of business, i.e., at the personal (micro-), organizational (meso-), and systemic (macro-) levels and thus extending the narrow notion of business ethics as a niche for managers with good intentions. In the real world of competition and coordination, various situations produce various tradeoffs that the three pillars of the economy, i.e., Business, Government and Society have to pursue for their survival and sustenance. In this book, we look into many such case studies in which the strength of one component leads to a benefit for one of the other components and a detriment for the other, thus causing an imbalance between the three pillars. This book will be equally valuable to students, philosophers, decision-makers in business and policy-makers at large.
publishedDate : 2013-10-10
authors : Ananda Das Gupta
publishers : Springer Science & Business Media
pageCount : 200
Business Ethics
Author by : Ananda Das Gupta
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2013-10-10
Publisher by : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN :
Description : Business ethics is understood in a comprehensive and differentiated sense, as in recent years it has evolved under the influence of globalization. The present book examines inclusive growth, which includes more than just poverty alleviation and seeks to address the problem of equity through the enhancement of opportunities for all parties. This conforms to the fundamental task of business ethics, which is to enhance the ethical quality of decision-making and actions taken at all levels of business, i.e., at the personal (micro-), organizational (meso-), and systemic (macro-) levels and thus extending the narrow notion of business ethics as a niche for managers with good intentions. In the real world of competition and coordination, various situations produce various tradeoffs that the three pillars of the economy, i.e., Business, Government and Society have to pursue for their survival and sustenance. In this book, we look into many such case studies in which the strength of one component leads to a benefit for one of the other components and a detriment for the other, thus causing an imbalance between the three pillars. This book will be equally valuable to students, philosophers, decision-makers in business and policy-makers at large....
Corporate Citizenship
Author by : Ananda Das Gupta
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2009-03-26
Publisher by : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
ISBN :
Description : The international community has policy tools to influence business activity within and between nations, and to help ensure that globalization proceeds in a way that benefits all. These tools include legislation and regulatory frameworks, voluntary compliance with an agreed set of standards monitored by a third party, or self-regulation by businesses, often in conformance with voluntary codes of conduct. Balancing corporate investment with community investment is the way of the future. With growing public interest and concern regarding the sustainability of communities as globalization deepens, it will be necessary to show that the nations are working together to ensure that the activities of the business community make a positive contribution to the communities in which they do business. With all these points in the backdrop, the book aims at underlining the big-picture thinking on issues related to the roles that business can play in fostering a moral, equitable and ecologically sustainable world....
Ethics Business And Society
Author by : Ananda Das Gupta
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2010-07-13
Publisher by : SAGE Publications Pvt. Limited
ISBN :
Description : This compilation analyzes the differences between the concepts of 'social responsibility' and 'business ethics', which are often erroneously interpreted to be the same. It explains that social responsibility is a characteristic but just one of the many aspects of the much wider concept of business ethics. The collection includes contributions from experts from diverse fields such as industry, academia, and non-governmental organizations, who present the theoretical underpinning of the concepts, along with real-life case studies dealing with the varied, hands-on experiences of leaders from different industries....
Strategic Human Resource Management
Author by : Ananda Das Gupta
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2020-03-25
Publisher by : CRC Press
ISBN :
Description : The concept of strategic human resource management has developed widely in the last couple of years, especially because of the impact of human resources on the competitiveness of organizations. The development of human resource strategies involves taking into account their multiple mutual dependencies and the fact that they must be vertically integrated with the business strategy. These strategies define the intentions and plans related to the overall organizational considerations, such as organizational competitiveness, effectiveness or image, and to more specific aspects of human resources management, such as resourcing, motivating, valuating, learning and development, reward and employee relations. Strategic management of human resources provides a large perspective on the way critical issues or success factors related to people can be addressed and how different concepts of strategic decisions are made, with long-term impacts on the behavior and success of the organization. The fundamental objective of human resource strategic management is to generate strategic capabilities by ensuring that the organization has the high-qualified, committed and well-motivated employees it needs to achieve and sustain the competitive advantage. The emergence of strategic human resource management (SHRM) is influenced by global competition and the corresponding search for sources of a sustainable competitive advantage. SHRM has achieved its prominence because it provides a means by which business firms can enhance the competitiveness and promote managerial efficiency. It facilitates the development of human capital that meets the requirements of a competitive business strategy, so that organizational goals and the mission of the organization will be achieved. The HRM system is defined as "a set of distinct but interrelated activities, functions and processes that are directed at attracting, developing, and maintaining (or disposing of) a firm’s human resources." Many agree that HRM is the most effective tool which contributes to the creation of human capital, and in turn, contributes to organizational performance and the competitive advantage. This book puts emphasis on understanding the role of HRM between organizations and people and provides an analytical approach toward encompassing HRM, employment relations, and organizational behavior. As a management discipline, HRM draws insights, models and theories from cognate disciplines and applies them to real-world settings. Further, this book discusses how current theoretical perspectives and frameworks (e.g., those related to strategic competitiveness, knowledge management, learning organization, communities of practice, etc.) can be applied by reflective practitioners to create an eco-friendly organizational culture....
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Author by : Ananda Das Gupta
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2021-12-04
Publisher by : Springer Nature
ISBN :
Description : This casebook argues that corporate sustainability agendas should look beyond stakeholder demands and desires, towards strategic opportunities to achieve social and commercial benefits simultaneously. It encourages shifting focus from a strategic approach to a sustainable business practice. As the cases in the book highlight, it is in every company’s best interest to identify a manageable number of sustainability initiatives whose shared benefits—for society at large and the company—are significant and also substantially help the company strategically position itself in the competitive marketplace. Strategic sustainable business practices can lead to shared value creation, strengthening the company’s competitiveness and establishing a symbiotic relationship. Companies can achieve solid profits by doing good things for the environment; it is a “win-win” for society and for business. This casebook provides examples of multi-stakeholder partnerships that aim to create sustainable enterprises. Ideal for teaching purposes, after a brief introduction to the case method, the cases are presented with no comments or criticisms....
Human Values In Management
Author by : Ananda Das Gupta
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2004
Publisher by : Ashgate Pub Limited
ISBN :
Description : As ethical issues continue to rise to the top of political, social and business agendas, the competitive market-economy model comes under renewed scrutiny for its potential to violate the fundamental values and integrity required to maintain and enrich a civil society. Bringing together cutting-edge research from leading academics in the US, Europe, Australia, UK and India, this book explores the challenge business ethics poses for individuals, organizations, public administration and society at large. With potential violations which stretch from personal lapses of bribery and corruption to the more fundamental questions prompted by those who push beyond the limits of an ethically grounded competitive business system, this book provides a stimulating attempt to broaden ethical awareness and define the framework of actions within today's increasingly complex business environment....
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Author by : Ananda Das Gupta
Languange Used : en
Release Date : 2023-08-23
Publisher by : Emerald Publishing Limited
ISBN :
Description : This volume of Critical Studies on Corporate Responsibility, Governance and Sustainability harnesses corporate responsibility and green management to integrate social and environmental concerns into productive business operations, paving the way for future successes in emerging economies....