Task This task was generated to support the learning outcomes be able to discuss some of the main western approaches to ethics; be able to apply these to issues arising for professionals and business people at the domestic and international levels. Task Read the following quote 1. 'The price good men pay for indifference to public affairs is to be ruled by evil men.' Plato Consider the statement above, is it as relevant today as it was when they it was constructed? Discuss this with reflection on the following. Describe what an ethical dilemma is and include a contemporary business example (post 2010) of how this dilemma reinforces the quote. Discuss how this situation poses an ethical dilemma in the workplace. Outline one ethical theory from this subject in depth, describing the ethical beliefs or assumptions made by this ethical approach, and critically considering the implications of these ideas. Prior to this you will need to cover off the various theories of ethics as they relate in terms of consequential and non- consequential ethics including utilitarian, Kantian and deontological approaches and virtue ethics as it may relate to the subject being covered There needs to be an understanding of the Moral development of individuals in terms of Kohlberg's theories and moral development and altruism and its influence. Consider the plight and exploitation of those with less power at an individual, societal and or international level. Rationale This assessment task primarily is designed to ensure that you are engaging with the subject content. It gives a wide scope to integrate material from the text , more specifically it seeks to assess students'ability to: • Demonstrate developing knowledge and understanding of the concepts being covered in this subject. • Demonstrate understanding of ethical frameworks being covered in this subject, and develop an ability to critically evaluate these ideas. • Apply this understanding to real-life contexts. • Consider the complexity involved in ethics, and consider how one's perspective may influence their conclusions or judgments. This assessment item is designed to allow you to demonstrate your capacity to understand and evaluate concepts covered but not exclusive to the first 6 chapters of the text and may also include the topic of corporate social responsibility and the implications of these debates for managers who are concerned with the impact of business on society.