Activity 2
Activity: Unethical Business Practices & Stakeholder Impact
Topic: Volkswagen Emissions Scandal – Stakeholder & Legal Implications
Instructions:
• Read the following article: Volkswagen: The Scandal Explained
• Reflect on the information presented in the article.
• Answer the following questions in this forum by providing a well-reasoned response (150-200 words per question).
• After posting, engage with at least one peer’s response by providing constructive feedback or sharing additional insights.
Discussion Questions:
1. Customers: How did Volkswagen’s unethical emissions practices impact its customers in terms of trust, sales, and legal consequences?
2. Employees & Investors: What were the effects of the Volkswagen emissions scandal on employees, investors, and overall corporate stability?
3. Legal & Financial Consequences: What legal actions and financial penalties did Volkswagen face due to its unethical business practices, and how did these consequences affect its long-term reputation?
💡 Tip: Support your answers with examples from the article and, if possible, additional real-world references.
Happy discussing!