What is business ethics? Mention the basic elements of business ethics. (2024)

'Ethics' is a Greek word meaning character; norms, ideals of friorals prevailing in a group or society. Business ethics refers to the relationship between business objectives, practices, techniques and the good of society. It is concerned with the socially determined moral principles a rich should govern business activities.

The basic elements of business ethics are

(i) Top management commitment

(ii) Publication of a 'Code'

(iii) Establishment of compliance mechanism

(iv) Involving employees at all levels

(v) Measuring results


What is business ethics? Mention the basic elements of business ethics. (2024)
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