RESEARCH PAPER IN ETHICS examination of ethical leadership

RESEARCH PAPER IN ETHICS ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS

OVERVIEW

The BMAL 770 Research Paper in Ethics Assignment is an examination of ethical leadership encompassing the range of complex issues, constructs, forces, and worldviews that influences the contemporary leader. The purpose is for you to develop and present your unique concept of the ethical leader by assessing, describing, supporting, and presenting those elements considered most critical within the limits of a 1014-page scholarly paper. This assignment incorporates self-evaluation and thoughts about how these concepts may be applied as you analyze theories and construct solutions using sound ethical, reasoning, and Christian worldview frameworks.

INSTRUCTIONS

The paper must be in APA format with 10-14 pages in the body, plus a cover page, abstract, and references page. Keeping the paper within the range is part of the challenge of scholarly writing. No less than 6 scholarly peer-reviewed sources in addition to any course textbooks must be referenced. All referenced material must be properly cited and listed on the references page.

Be sure to follow all APA standards including double-space, Times New Roman 12-point or other APA approved font, 1-inch margins, no contractions or unnecessary (non-heading) bolding. Use proper APA headings to improve readability as you see fit.

When developing your essay, some examples of (but not the only) areas you may want to consider would be:

What forces influence and challenge the leader?

How are ethical dilemma addressed?

What is the impact of globalization and complexity?

How do reasoning and ethical foundations guide the leader?

Where is a Biblical worldview used and evident in ethical leadership?

What social responsibilities and cultural citizenship issues must be considered?

Are there cultural pressures that challenge ethical leadership?

How might ethical leaders promote ethical organizational culture?

What impact does ethical leadership have on organizational performance?

How is ethical leadership related to other popular leadership theories?

IMPORTANT:

The final section of the paper must be a page or less discussion of how your description of the ethical leader aligns with your own past, your current ethical leadership practices, and your aspirations for future leadership practices. Be sure to reflect on your personal moral perspectives.

Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.

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