Accounting and financial ethics: from margin to mainstream?

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The practice of ethical investment in stock market-based equities is discussed. Topics include problems with defining the term 'ethical investment,' means by which ethical investors can avoid undesirable firms, whether ethical investment requires financial sacrifice, and the notion of 'creative accounting.'

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The study of business ethics: a case for Dr. Seuss

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The author applies the ethical framework of 'The Lorax' by Doctor Seuss to issues of corporate culture and business ethics. Topics addressed include management education, the role of narrative fiction in organizational studies, and using literary analogies to teach morality.

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The ethics of creative accounting- some Spanish evidence

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Issues discussed concern accounting policy and the moral and ethical aspects of 'creative accounting' or financial manipulation. Topics addressed include accounting practices in Spain, and the ability of banks to identify manipulation by accountants.

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