LE UN

AL E IV
S MA
R SC

E R URA
U

D E LA
O

LT

SITY
RELIG
M
ANILA

De La Salle University
PhD in Education Program

Management Ethics
under Br. Rafael S. Donato, FSC, PhD

Book Review:
ETHICAL MANAGING - RULES AND RESULTS
by F. Neil Brady

An Analysis of Chapters 5 & 6

by Francisco C. De La Cruz
July 2003
Chapters 5 & 6 Bridging the Gap
between Ethical Theory & Practice
1. Traditional Ethical theory exists,
students and
practitioners are urged
Ethical Theory Practice to conform their
thinking to theoretical
standards
2. Contemporary

Infusing theory with

Practice Ethical Theory a heavy dose of
practice

This was the emphasis

of Chapters 5 & 6
Utilitarianism vs. Formalism
Formalism The
idea that following
impartial RULES and
principles is right.
Utilitarianism The
idea that anything
which brings about
the best overall
RESULTS is right.
Management Ethics
Definition of Problem

The Ethical dilemma that confronts

modern managers does not usually entail
a matter of choosing between right and
wrong anymore.

The Ethical dilemma that confronts

managers these days is the need to
choose between Formalism and
Utilitarianism.
Management Ethics
Proposed Solution

Discernment on a day-to-day and case-

to-case basis will always be necessary.

Presented next page is a framework

that is hoped to provide perspective
 Utilitarian
Altruistic Myopic
Results for All Result for Self

Gifted Leader Traditional Politician

Formalist

Preserves self
Myopic

Good Citizen Limited Follower

THANK YOU