MACMILLAN - The Role of Business Ethics in Economic Performance

Explore the connection between ethical conduct and commercial success with this major edited collection of papers. The Role of Business Ethics in Economic Performance provides a deep look into why and how business behavior impacts financial results. This book serves as a comprehensive introduction to modern ethical issues, examining lessons from economic theory and the institutional settings that shape corporate behavior. Readers will gain insight into the supply and demand side conditions that force modern firms to take ethics seriously. The text features diverse perspectives, including Lord Eatwell's look at the ethical foundations of the market economy and Mark Casson's analysis of the economic importance of leaders. Additionally, Simon Deakin and Frank Wilkinson provide empirical examinations regarding the role of contract. This collection is an essential resource for those studying the intersection of economics, business law, and corporate responsibility.