$1.$ Duty Ethics Analysis

a$.$ You will apply duty ethics $($ethics$)$ in the context of contemporary business controversies. By exploring these issues, students will develop a more nuanced appreciation of the challenges and benefits of applying a duty$-$based ethical framework in the modern corporate world.

b$.$ Choose a recent business controversy or ethical dilemma. This could relate to issues such as: Issues of corporate social responsibility in the face of political or social unrest.

$2.$ Background Research

a$.$ Provide a brief overview of the chosen controversy. What is the nature of the issue, and which businesses or industries are involved? Detail the primary stakeholders affected by the controversy.

$3.$ Duty Ethics

a$.$ Explain the principles of duty ethics, with a particular emphasis on Immanuel Kant$$s deontological principles, including the categorical imperative. Research required.

$4.$ Analysis from a Duty Ethics Perspective

a$.$ Analyze the chosen controversy from a duty ethics standpoint. What actions or decisions would be inherently right or wrong according to this framework?

b$.$ Discuss potential criticisms or limitations of applying a duty ethics perspective to your chosen controversy.

$5.$ Recommendations

a$.$ Recommend a course of action based on research.

b$.$ How can businesses incorporate duty ethics into their decision$-$making processes to avoid similar controversies in the future?