Assessing Internal Controls
As a professional working for a large firm, Jim found himself riding a roller coaster of concern about layoffs. Every few years, top management slashed jobs as work slacked off-only to hire again when things were looking up. So when Jim and his team members noticed that the executives were again meeting behind closed doors, they suspected the worst.
Jim's boss revealed to Jim that his team member Jennifer was slated to lose her job. However, it was made plain that Jim was to keep that information confidential.
Not long after that conversation, Jennifer approached Jim and asked whether he could confirm the rumor mill that she would be laid off.
• What should Jim do?
• With what values is Jim dealing?
• What are the consequences of Jim's choices?
• Would your answer change if Jennifer was a single mother with three young children, who wanted to get a heads start on finding a new job in the community before everyone else who is being laid off? Why or why not?
Requirements:
• Back up your response with research from at least 5 scholarly sources and, in addition, you may use the course required readings.
• Your written paper should be 4-5 pages in length, not counting the title and reference pages, which you must include.
• Your paper must be formatted according to CSU-Global Guide to Writing and APA Requirements.
• Review the grading rubric, which can be accessed on the Module 5 link in the Module folder. Reach out to your instructor if you have questions about the assignment.