Ethical Issues

Hey team,

Ethical Issue #2:
I understand that it's my father and that no one would probably find out. But I'm going to use the ethical standard that asks: what if everyone did the same thing you did? Let me explain: if I stole a grape from Publix, it would be no big deal, however if everyone in the world did the same thing, we would have a serious problem. The same theory and reasoning applies here. If everyone let one participant be outside of our age group, then our data will be greatly altered. So I would not allow my father to participate. Sorry Dad!

Ethical Issue #3:

After a big presentation, my client asks me for the list of the companies that I conducted my research with so that they can use it for their benefit. What is my response?
I would apologize and inform my client that one of my ethical duties to my respondents is the right to privacy. If I promised my respondents privacy, then I would have to honor my code of ethics. I would hope my client understood that I am also following a strict code of ethics for them too. I would suggest to my client to feel free to conduct more research in which they inform the respondents that they can/will be contacted concerning their indicated needs.

-Chris

First Blog Assignment

Hey everyone,

My name is Chris Ritchie. I am a senior with a double major in marketing and Finance. I work for the University as a Customer Relations Rep. I'll able to meet with my group during the time that this course is scheduled to meet (Monday/Wed 12:30-1:45). Have a great day.

-Chris