Philadelphia University Public Health Discussion

Submit a written paper which is 2-3 pages in length exclusive of reference page and that is double-spaced. The paper should cite sources to support your ideas. Be sure to review the assessment criteria below before beginning your paper. Cite any reference(s) you use in the preparation of your essay using proper APA format.se the

Instructions for Case Analyses

to craft a response to this case, articulating the main issues and ethical dilemma.   Review the assessment criteria below before you begin writing.

Case:The Good Credit Reference

Topic: Insider Information/Trading

People Involved:

Kathy Ryan, Trade Credit Officer, Diversified Consolidated Corporation

Scott Bradley, Treasurer, North Manufacturing

Mike Walman, Credit Managers, Basic Products

Kathy Ryan, a credit officer at Diversified Consolidated Corporation (DCC), had heard rumors that North Manufacturing was in deep trouble. She is responsible for credits to North of approximately $1 million. North always pays on time and is current on outstanding payables to DCC. North, in fact, uses DCC as a credit reference with other suppliers. Nevertheless, Kathy decided a visit to North was in order.

Kathy Ryan and Scott Bradley, North’s treasurer, had developed a good working relationship and went to lunch during Kathy’s visit. After several drinks, Scott Bradley said: “Kathy, we’re fried. I have to tell you, our financial statements aren’t fraudulent, but they don’t paint the full picture. Not only are we not doing well, but we’ve been talking to bankruptcy attorneys. If things don’t turn around soon, we may file before the end of next quarter. We plan to continue paying DCC promptly because we need all the trade credit we can get. In fact, supplier credit is giving us a chance to come back. Without it, we’d be under right now; with it, we might just squeak by. Frankly, if there is any way you can encourage your competition to supply us–do it. I’ve told Purchasing to place a large order with Basic Products instead of DCC. If Basic gives us credit, we can pay DCC in full before we file. If we make it through this, DCC will get our business back, but I don’t want your career to suffer because of our problems now.”

Kathy was shaken by Scott’s comments. She knew that if North’s credit went bad she would lose her annual bonus–25 percent of her compensation–and probably any chance for promotion. At worst, she could be fired. Shortly after her visit with Scott Bradley, she received a call from her friend in the Credit Department at Basic Products, Mike Walnnan. Suppliers often share credit information on common customers, so it was not surprising that Mike called. DCC’s policy is to provide what they refer to as the “prompt payment history” for the customer. This includes recent high credit balances, any past-due balance, and how promptly customer payments had been received.

After Kathy provided North’s prompt payment history–which in fact had been good–Mike was enthusiastic. “I’m glad to hear that,” he said. “We just got a huge order to supply them through the end of the year. There are a lot of rumors floating around, but if you’re getting paid promptly on that much, I guess it’s OK.” Kathy broke in at that moment. “Can you hold the line, Mike? There’s someone at my door.” She put Mike on hold, her mind racing. She could suggest that Mike look into other public information sources or contact other suppliers about credit histories with North. That would be within acceptable company practice and almost certainly would send up a red flag for Mike. But who else could supply enough credit to North for DCC to get its money out?

She couldn’t keep Mike on hold forever, she pressed the flashing button on her telephone– “Mike?…” What should Kathy say?

Instructions for Case Analyses
Case Analyses allow students to apply concepts from the course to business situations. Theories,
vocabulary, and examples from the readings should be used. Clear and concise writing shows an
ability to directly relate learned material to the Cases. Headings and subheadings should be used to
delineate which issue and category is being addressed. Use these guidelines along with the stated
assessment criteria to craft your case analyses.
Relevant Facts –
(A) Overview of pertinent points.
(B) Describe the background of the situation or business that is relevant to the ethical problem(s)
or dilemma(s) of the Case.
(C) Highlight information that sets the context for analysis.
Ethical Issues –
(A) State the ethical problem(s) or dilemma(s)
(B) Demonstrate a comprehension of ethical concepts.
(C) Describe the ethical aspects of the Case.
Identifying Stakeholders –
There are always a set of “usual suspects” in a Case, so be sure to list everyone who might be
connected. Remember that business decisions have far reaching effects, so consider anyone
who might be affected by the ethical considerations of the Case.
Possible Alternatives –
(A) Identify solutions can be described for each ethical issue identified.
(B) List all solutions and approaches to identified ethical issues.
(C) Alternatives may be drawn from the Case, Readings, or personal experience including
outside readings
Ethics of the Alternatives –
(A) Critically assess the alternatives identified for possible recommendation.
(B) Describe the ethical implications of each alternative.
(C) Consider external and internal aspects of ethical proposals.
(D) Apply the “utilitarian” perspective (costs and benefits).
1. Which of the alternatives would provide the greatest benefit to the greatest number?
2. What are the costs in each of the alternatives?
3. Which of the alternatives has the highest “cost” factor associated with it?
4. Do the benefits of honesty at all costs outweigh the benefits of obeying the directive?
of a supervisor?
(E) Apply the “rights” perspective.
1. What does the stakeholder have the right to expect?
2. Which of the alternatives would you want if you were each of the stakeholders?
(F) Apply the “justice” perspective (benefits and burdens).
1. Which alternative distributes the benefits and burdens most fairly among the
stakeholders?
2. Which stakeholders are most affected by each alternative?
Practical Constraints –
(A) Possible obstacles to the implementation of the identified alternatives.
(B) Ethical problems that may come up in executing each alternative.
(C) What unwanted outcomes may result from each alternative?
(D) What aspects of the market might obstruct each alternative?
Specific Action –
(A) Make a recommendation
(B) Analysis should provide context for whatever is recommended.
(C) Support recommendations with the readings or other literature.
Writing Skill –
Students, teachers, employees, managers, and even corporations are judged by their ability to
communicate. Sadly, communication is somewhat dependent upon the form of presentation,
and while it is unfair to penalize a writer for not having a native facility with the language they
are using, it is fair to reward a writer for presenting ideas in an organized, and understandable
fashion. Again, use obvious headings and subheadings. Remember, less is more. Executive
Summaries present items summarily. Legal briefs are called “brief” for a reason. Concise and
eloquent (not prosaic or elaborate) writing will be rewarded.
Structural Requirements
Using outside resources is encouraged and additional readings round out a student’s
understanding of the issues. Use the APA style to identify References used in the analysis. All
ideas come from somewhere, so it is fair to ask writers to disclose their sources.
Extra Credit
Thinking outside of the box in this context should be rewarded, not penalized. Don’t be afraid
to exercise the imagination, and share a unique vision of the Case.