Read more
This book introduces a study of ethics and values to develop a deeper understanding of markets, business, and economic life. Its distinctive features include a thorough integration of personal and institutional perspectives; applied ethics and political philosophy; and philosophy, business, and economics.
List of contents
0 The Value of an Ethical Life
Part I Foundations 1 Markets 2 Property Rights 3 Property Rights, Markets, and Law
Part II The Purpose and Responsibilities of Corporations 4 Shareholder Primacy Theory of Corporations
5 Stakeholder Theory of Corporations
Part III Efficiency and Welfare: Common Ethical Guides in Business and Economics 6 Efficiency and Welfare 7 Public Goods, Responsibility, and Utilitarianism 8 The Invisible Hand: Ethics, Incentives, and Institutions
Part IV Ethics Beyond Efficiency 9 Liberty 10 Rights 11 Equality 12 What People Deserve 13 Personal Relationships and Character 14 Community and the Common Good
Supplemental Materials.
About the author
Steven Scalet is Professor of Philosophy and Director of the Hoffberger Center for Ethical Engagement at the University of Baltimore, USA. Prior to working at the University of Baltimore, Scalet was Director of the Program in Philosophy, Politics, and Law at Binghamton University (SUNY), USA, where he received the Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching. Scalet received his PhD in philosophy and MA in economics from the University of Arizona, USA. Scalet is the author of many articles and the editor of
Morality and Moral Controversies: Readings in Moral, Social, and Political Philosophy, 10th Edition (Routledge, 2019).
Summary
This book introduces a study of ethics and values to develop a deeper understanding of markets, business, and economic life. Its distinctive features include a thorough integration of personal and institutional perspectives; applied ethics and political philosophy; and philosophy, business, and economics.
