Assignment: Article Review
Read Case Study, "Bernie Madoff: How "One Big Lie" Can Destroy Thousands of Lives." Summarize the overall viewpoint of the author, and discuss the major issues presented in the case. Answer the four "Questions for Thought" below:
1) Trust is extremely important in business transactions. Greed also plays a role in some business transactions.Discuss how these two concepts were interwined in this case.
2) Describe a Ponzi Scheme. Find Several examples of other ponzi schemes that have occurred in recent years.
3) In this case, it appears that Madoff has many friends and family members who were involved in the fraud. Speculate about how likely it is that Madoff's own sons, who were employees of the firm , know nothing of the fraud as they stated.
4) Explain the ethical issues associated with running a family-owned business. Are these issues present at Madoff's firm?