Professional Year Report: Analyzing Ethical Decision-Making Scenarios

This report, titled 'Professional Year Report,' delves into an ethical dilemma faced by a professional, analyzing the challenges of making decisions under pressure. The report explores the conflict between professional development and personal ethics, specifically focusing on a scenario where a professional is asked to compromise their integrity for career advancement. The report examines the moral values at stake, the potential courses of action, and the associated benefits and drawbacks of each decision. Furthermore, it draws parallels to a related case study, providing a broader perspective on ethical considerations in the workplace. The report underscores the importance of upholding ethical standards, even when faced with difficult choices, and emphasizes the need for careful consideration of the consequences of one's actions.

Running head: PROFESSIONAL YEAR
Professional Year
Name of the Student:
Name of the University:
Author Note

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Table of Contents
Answer to Question 2.1...................................................................................................................2
Answer to Question 2.2...................................................................................................................2
Answer to Question 2.3...................................................................................................................2
Answer to Question 2.4...................................................................................................................2
Answer to Question 2.5...................................................................................................................3
References...................................................................................................................................4

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Answer to Question 2.1
The recognition of the moral decision that is important in the particular scenario can be
based upon the decision that faces a moral conflict. The particular decision in the scenario that
involves the moral conflict is that whether or not Harshal should rates John’s report highly
because of the fact that this would enable him to be shortlisted for any upcoming positions in the
unit. Harshal essentially faces this ethical dilemma.
The conflict between the two essential values is professional development and honesty
(Shapiro and Stefkovich 2016).
Answer to Question 2.2
The moral values or principles that are involved in the particular situation is that the
moral value of faithfulness and the moral value of pursuing excellence. Harshal if listens to John
and rates his report accordingly then his professional career may receive the much required
boost. However, this is unethical on the moral grounds (Shapiro and Stefkovich 2016).
Answer to Question 2.3
The alternatives that are available to Harshal are as follows:
 Go Decision - Harshal should speak up to John and reinstate the fact that the interviews
in regards to him and Freda has to be conducted
 No Go Decision - Harshal can give up the offer the direct offer from Alice, the head of
the IT section and climb up the ladder normally
Answer to Question 2.4
There are no benefits, for choosing the solution, that meets up with the ethical standards.
If Harshal rejects the offer, there is high chance that he will be in the bad books of the
management. He may face more extreme measures if he stands up to John and states that their
interviews are mandatory.

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The only benefit that Harshal can receive is when he agrees to rate John’s report well.
However, such a situation will force Harshal to be a tool in the hands of the management.
Answer to Question 2.5
A similar case can be found in the “Ethical Dilemma – Case Studies”. The case study that
has been chosen is Case Study 4. The outlines of the case have been such that the finance
director appears to have incorrect information. Further investigations should also be made into
the fact as to whether it was a potential or had been done willingly. Moreover, the amount of
disclosure that should be available to the finance manager should also be defined (Icaew.com
2018).

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References
Icaew.com. (2018).:
https://www.icaew.com/-/media/corporate/files/technical/ethics/ethical-case-
studies/ccabeg-case-studies-accountants-public-practice.ashx?la=en
[Accessed 17 Jan. 2018].
Shapiro, J.P. and Stefkovich, J.A., 2016. Ethical leadership and decision making in education:
Applying theoretical perspectives to complex dilemmas. Routledge.