Business Ethics, Strategic Decision Making and Firm Performance

Posted: 1 Jan 2009

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Michael A. Hitt

Texas A&M University - Department of Management; Texas Christian University

Jamie D. Collins

Sam Houston State University

Date Written: September 2007

Abstract

In this article, we review some recent attempts to develop conceptual and empirical linkages between business ethics and firm performance. We also briefly critique attempts to conceptualize business ethics as a performance-related issue for strategic leaders. Finally, we conclude by offering a few thoughts about how future research in this area could be improved, and highlight some unresolved issues for executives.

Keywords: business ethics, strategic decision making, firm performance

Suggested Citation

Hitt, Michael A. and Collins, Jamie D., Business Ethics, Strategic Decision Making and Firm Performance (September 2007). Business Horizons, Vol. 50, No. 5, 2007, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=1321800

Michael A. Hitt

Texas A&M University - Department of Management ( email )

430 Wehner
College Station, TX 77843-4218
United States
979-458-3393 (Phone)

Texas Christian University ( email )

Fort Worth, TX 76129
United States

Jamie D. Collins (Contact Author)

Sam Houston State University ( email )

Box 2056
Huntsville, TX 77341
United States

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