Activity 1
đź“ť Activity Instructions: Business Ethics & CSR Case Scenarios
You will explore two real-world ethical scenarios to better understand the importance of ethical decision-making and corporate social responsibility (CSR) in business.
Scenario 1: Ethical Dilemma in Decision-Making (Business Ethics & CSR)
A multinational fashion company discovers that one of its key suppliers in an emerging market uses child labor. The supplier offers low-cost production and is critical to the company's profitability. The company faces a dilemma—cutting ties may hurt production and increase costs, while continuing the partnership could damage its reputation.
Your Task:
•   Analyze the ethical issues involved.
•   Discuss possible actions the company can take.
•   Identify stakeholders affected by the decision.
Scenario 2: The Greenwashing Controversy (Business Ethics & CSR)
Research a real-world example of greenwashing—where companies falsely claim to be environmentally friendly. Examples might include fast fashion brands, food companies, or energy firms.
Your Task:
•   Identify the misleading claims made by the company.
•   Examine the ethical implications of greenwashing.
•   Discuss how such practices affect consumer trust and brand reputation.
•   Propose ways the company could adopt genuine sustainable practices.
âś… Submission Guidelines
- Post your answers for both scenarios in the online discussion forum.
- After posting your response, read and comment on at least one of your peers’ posts. Your comment should be respectful and add value (e.g., ask a question, offer another perspective, or build on their ideas).
- Remember to cite your sources if you refer to any real-world examples or data.