War, Peace and Organizational Ethics

Research in Ethical Issues in Organizations (REIO) is a peer-reviewed series that publishes academic research on organizational ethics from various disciplinary perspectives. The volume "War, Peace, and Organizational Ethics" explores how the ethics of war and peace resonate with organizational ethics, covering topics such as the role of business in the "War on Terror," robot decision-making in military contexts, the use of force in UN peacekeeping missions, moral leadership, meaningful change, unethical pro-organizational behavior, and forsaking Aristotle's Mean.

Format: Hardback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 17 September 2020
Publisher: Emerald Publishing Limited

Ethical Issues in Organizations (REIO) is a prestigious double-blind, peer-reviewed series dedicated to publishing rigorous academic research on organizational ethics from diverse disciplinary perspectives. This volume, titled "War, Peace, and Organizational Ethics," delves into the intricate connections between war, peace, and organizational ethics, drawing upon the wisdom of philosophers such as Aristotle, Alasdair MacIntyre, and Emmanuel Levinas. The book explores a wide range of topics, including:

The Role of Business in the "War on Terror": Examining the ethical implications of businesses' involvement in counterterrorism efforts.

The Ethics of Robot Decision-Making in Military Contexts: Addressing the ethical challenges posed by the use of autonomous weapons and robots in military operations.

The Use of Force in UN Peacekeeping Missions: Analyzing the ethical considerations involved in deploying peacekeeping forces and ensuring the protection of civilians.

John Wooden's Conception of Moral Leadership: Exploring the principles and practices of moral leadership in organizations.

Implementing Meaningful Change in Relation to Well-Being in and Outside of Work: Discussing strategies for promoting well-being and creating positive change within and beyond organizational boundaries.

Unethical Pro-Organizational Behavior: Investigating the ethical implications of behaviors that prioritize organizational interests over ethical principles.

Forsaking Aristotle's Mean and Pursuing the Extreme: Analyzing the ethical implications of extreme approaches to organizational decision-making.

This book is an invaluable resource for researchers and professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of the ethical challenges and opportunities facing organizations in today's complex and interconnected world. It poses thought-provoking questions that go to the very heart of the role organizations play in shaping social conflicts and the role that conflicts play in shaping organizations themselves. By exploring these critical issues, "War, Peace, and Organizational Ethics" contributes to the ongoing dialogue on responsible management and leadership in the 21st century.

Weight: 382g
Dimension: 162 x 239 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781839827778