Problem:
Read Bank of America's newly adopted Code of Ethics on its Web site. Debate the adequacy of this code. Prepare an essay on strengths and shortcomings of the code. Also include in the essay an argument about whether or not other companies should adopt similar codes of ethics and explain why. Explain what the impact on companies, employees, and the public would be if there was widespread adoption of these codes.
[Tip: to find Bank of America's Code of Ethics, go to their home page, then click on "About Bank of America." Then click on "Corporate Governance" under the Shareholders & Investors section. You will see a link for the Code of Ethics.]