You work for a major franchise and are responsible for creating an ethics program for the organization. Recall that an ethics program builds the foundation for ethical behavior by establishing clear guidelines and expectations. In addition to the materials from the module, you should also complete independent research to support your submission. The following components must be addressed in your ethics program proposal. For each element, you must demonstrate your ability to write clearly, concisely, and with advanced communication skills. Create a vision statement for the franchise. Outline a values statement to discuss company principles and define expected behavior. Explain steps you will take to gain buy-in from all levels within the organization. What will the ethical communication strategy look like? Will there be training available to organization members. If so, what will the training program look like? Will it be recommended or required? Explain your answers and how you reached your decisions. How will you measure and track the success of your ethics program? What type of assessments will be put in place to ensure it is effective? Describe the role franchise leadership is expected to play in order to implement your ethics program.
