In a 3–4 page scholarly paper appropriate for a professional audience, complete the following:
Analyze the relationships between different components of the ethical issue(s) in the scenario.
Analyze the relationships between the primary interest(s) of at least three stakeholders in the scenario.
Evaluate the company’s social responsibility in this scenario by applying either Milton Friedman’s shareholder theory or R. Edward Freeman’s stakeholder theory.
Explain the relevant gaps or deficiencies of the theory you chose not to apply.
Apply a traditional theory of normative ethics to justify the company’s social responsibility in this scenario.
Explain the relevant gaps or deficiencies of another normative theory you chose not to apply.
Additional Requirements
Your submission should meet the following requirements:
Written communication: Write clearly, accurately, and professionally, incorporating sources appropriately.
Format: Format your paper according to APA style, with a title and reference page.
Citations: A minimum of three scholarly sources obtained from the Capella Library are required for this assessment. See General Education Information Research Skills Library Guide for help with research. Review Evidence and APA for information on how to cite sources.
Length: Minimum 3–4 double-spaced pages, not counting the title page or references.
Please review the scoring guide for full details on how your assessment will be graded.
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria:
Competency 1: Describe key concepts in normative ethical theory.
Describe the ethical issue(s) in the scenario.
Competency 2: Apply normative ethical theory to address conflicts, problems, or issues.
Describe the primary interest(s) of at least three stakeholders in the scenario.
Competency 3: Evaluate varying positions, perspectives, and theoretical frameworks.
Evaluate the company’s social responsibility in this scenario by applying either Milton Friedman’s shareholder theory or R. Edward Freeman’s stakeholder theory.
Competency 4: Construct a well-supported argument that addresses an ethical problem.
Apply a traditional theory of normative ethics to justify the company’s social responsibility in this scenario.
Competency 5: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly and consistent with expectations for professional communities.
Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for professional communities.
Scoring Guide
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