Ethics In Information Systems: Student Performance In Evaluating Ethical Dilemmas

Authors

Charletta F. Gutierrez, Northern Illinois University

Abstract

The explosion in information technology in the last 20 years, and in particular, data communications networks, has had a major impact on ethical thinking and ethical issues. This has been manifested in the recent accounting and business scandals, as it is becoming apparent that the ethical dimensions of information systems-related business decisions cannot be safely ignored. It is important for business educators to introduce students to relevant ethical situations that they may face in the business world. This paper discusses the Information Systems ethical environment and students performance on business ethics cases in a telecommunications course. The results of this evaluation show that more exposure to ethical situations is needed, as students are not prepared to make sound ethical judgements.

Recommended Citation

Gutierrez, Charletta F. (2004) "Ethics In Information Systems: Student Performance In Evaluating Ethical Dilemmas," Communications of the IIMA: Vol. 4: Iss. 1, Article 7.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.58729/1941-6687.1237
Available at: https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/ciima/vol4/iss1/7