"The CEO Who Saved a Life and Lost His Job"
Please see the PDF file in the learning module 5 folder, or in the project folder.
Project Tasks
Please write an 8-10 pages' long essay analyzing and discussing the following topics. These topics are already discussed in the learning module 5's discussion board. You are encouraged to get hints from the discussion board, but you should not simply copy and paste.
- Task 1 (20 points): Summarize the case and identify (list) the ethical issues that have arisen in this case. Please offer some details about each ethical issues (e.g. including what's occurred, who's affected, etc.). Length suggestion: 2 pages.
- Task 2 (20 points): Identify (list) all of the stakeholders of the company (i.e., Chimerix) in the case, and discuss each of their viewpoints (e.g., needs, desires, concerns, costs, benefits, power, etc.). Length suggestion: 1-2 pages.
- Task 3 (20 points): Explain in detail which of the stakeholders should be involved and helpful to solve the ethical issues that have arisen in the case, and why, given their viewpoints. Length suggestion: 1-2 pages.
- Task 4 (20 points): List all of the ethical theories and principles (i.e., 14 ethical principles under the part "Principles of ethical conduct" from Page 241 in Chapter 8 of the textbook) that are appropriate for solving the ethical issues in this case. Explain in detail why each principle is appropriate for solving the particular ethical issue. Length suggestion: 2 pages.
- Task 5 (20 points): Using certain ethical approaches to recommend a plan of action for the company that will help the company (i.e., Chimerix) remain competitive and avoid such problems in the future. Explain the expected positive and negative consequences of the plan of action you recommend. Length suggestion: 2 pages.
- You will be given 5 bonus points for sending your draft to UHV writing center to improve your writing quality. UHV writing center tutoring service is free but reservation is needed. URL: https://www.uhv.edu/student-success- center/tutoring/online-tutoring)
Guideline and Requirement
- The length of your essay is about 8-10 pages (double-spaced, 12 pt "Times New Roman" font, 1-inch margins, excluding exhibits and references) in MS Word format.
- Submission deadlines: