Read the Case Study, 'Wal-Mart: But We Do Give Them a 10 Percent Employee Discount. Summarize the overall viewpoint of the author. Discuss ethical issues facing Wal-Mart dealing with, 'off-the-clock-work', sexual discrimination, health benefits, the role of unions, the use of undocumented workers, as well as issues relating to child and labor laws.
Review the Questions for thought:
Problem 1. Are the ethical issues wal-mart faces really any different from other large retailers?
Problem 2. Wal-Mart officials have stated that they don't feel women are interested in management positions at the company. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons to support your answer.
Problem 3. Wal-Mart is continually criticized for its health-care policy. Is this really a controversy in the area of business Ethics? Why or why not?
Problem 4. Should Wal-Mart be concerned about unionization of stores since allowing unionization of workers in china?