Discussion Post
According to Klein (2016), using ethical absolutism and ethical relativism in ethical decision making can lead to different outcomes. How can moral reasoning about a specific situation differ based on relativism or absolutism? Can you provide an illustration or example of an accounting procedure/situation whose outcome may differ based on absolutism or relativism? Is ethical relativism a more suitable standard within a global IFRS Environment? Why or why not?
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.
Chapters 1 & 2 in Ethics in Accounting: A Decision-Making Approach
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Larkin, M. B., Bernardi, R. A., & Bosco, S. M. (2013). Does female representation on boards of directors associate with increased transparency and ethical behavior? Accounting & the Public Interest, 13(1), 132-150.
Dedeke, A. (2015). A cognitive-intuitionist model of moral judgment. Journal of Business Ethics, 126(3), 437-457.
Duska, R. F., & Weber, R. M. (2016). Where ethics intersects the fiduciary duty. Journal of Financial Service Professionals, 70(5), 23-26.
Josephson, M. (2002). Making ethical decisions. Los Angeles, CA. Josephson Institute
Klein, G. (2016). Ethics in accounting: A decision-making approach. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.