Which strategy for encouraging ethical behavior in an organization fol

QUESTION

Which strategy for encouraging ethical behavior in an organization follows a more punitive approach?

A) top managers supporting an ethical climate
B) running background checks on job candidates
C) establishing integrity-based ethics codes
D) establishing compliance-based ethics codes
E) conducting ethics training for employees

ANSWER

Answer: D
Explanation: D) Compliance-based codes attempt to prevent criminal misconduct by increasing control and by punishing violators.