Why Study Ethics in Public Administration?

What are the three primary approaches to ethics in public administration mentioned in the passage?

• Rule-based ethics, result-based ethics, and virtue-based ethics

• Deontological ethics, teleological ethics, and consequential ethics

• Utilitarianism, deontology, and virtue ethics

• Rule-based ethics, virtue ethics, and consequential ethics

Which philosopher is associated with rule-based ethics, also known as deontological ethics?

• Immanuel Kant

• Jeremy Bentham

• John Stuart Mill

• Aristotle

What is the main focus of result-based ethics or teleological ethics?

• Consequences of actions

• Moral duties

• Character of the individual

• Universal moral laws

What challenge does the UN Global Compact (UNGC) face according to the passage?

• High attrition rates of expelled members

• Lack of funding

• Overregulation

• Excessive participation from U.S. businesses

What is the difference between legal compliance and ethical responsibility as mentioned in the passage?

• Ethical responsibility goes beyond legal compliance

• Legal compliance is more important than ethical responsibility

• Ethical responsibility is the same as legal compliance

• Legal compliance fully addresses all ethical dilemmas

Match the following terms over Ethical Theories

• Ethical theory that suggests morality is relative to the norms of one's culture.

• Utilitarianism

• Ethical view that moral judgments are based on individual feelings.

• Psychological Egoism

• Ethical theory that advocates for the greatest good for the greatest number.

• Cultural Relativism

• Ethical theory that emphasizes duties and rules.

• Subjectivism

• Theory that suggests humans are motivated by self-interest.

• Deontology

Answer one of the following questions about Ethics in Public Administration.

General Ethical Principles:

What are the core ethical principles that should guide public administrators?

How can public administrators balance personal ethics with professional responsibilities?

 

Transparency and Accountability:

Why is transparency important in public administration?

How can public administrators ensure accountability in their actions and decisions?

 

Conflict of Interest:

What constitutes a conflict of interest in public administration?

How should public administrators handle situations where personal interests conflict with public duties?

 

Equity and Justice:

How can public administrators promote equity and justice in their policies and practices?

What are some challenges in ensuring fair treatment for all citizens?

 

Ethical Decision-Making:

What processes can public administrators use to make ethical decisions?

Can you think of a real-world example where a public administrator faced an ethical dilemma? How was it resolved?

 

Whistleblowing:

What role does whistleblowing play in maintaining ethical standards in public administration?

What protections should be in place for whistleblowers?

Public Trust:

How can public administrators build and maintain public trust?

What are the consequences of losing public trust?

 

Ethical Leadership:

What qualities make an ethical leader in public administration?

How can ethical leadership influence the culture of a public organization?

When faced with an ethical dilemma you must remain (a)  

• objective
• biased
• indifferent
• selfish

Answer explanation

This would be the first component of the moral minimum when making decisions

When making an ethical decision you must also be willing to (a)   ​ the situation and be willing to consider other people's​ (b)   if they are presented.

• Analyze
• ideas
• ignore, opinions
• rush, feelings
• assume, beliefs

To make an ethical decision using the standard of the moral minimum you must be willing to consider the (a)   your decision will have on all​ (b)   involved.

• impact
• parties
• consequences
• individuals
• factors