Perceived Ethical Values and Small Business Problems in Poland

Business Ethics: A European Review 15 (2006): 76-85.

Posted: 23 Dec 2015

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Sean Valentine

University of North Dakota - College of Business & Public Administration

Lynn Godkin

Independent

Edward Cyrson

Independent

Gary Fleischman

Texas Tech University

Date Written: December 22, 2006

Abstract

Many formerly communist European countries have experienced dramatic economic change, ultimately affecting the manner in which companies in these areas are owned and managed. Many of these regions "have undertaken a transformation from a communist economic system to a capitalistic market economy. As part of this transformation, individuals and businesses have not only become owners of private property, but also have become increasingly responsible for their own financial well being" (Cooper & Dorfman 2003: 381). Poland in particular has benefited from these transitions, and entrepreneurship/business development is further improving the country’s economy (Arendarski et al. 1994, Dickinson 2000, Godkin et al. 2000, Bliss & Garratt 2001). According to Miller (2000: 586), a key component of "Poland’s economic transition strategy has been the development of a strong small- and medium-sized enterprise (SME) sector."

Suggested Citation

Valentine, Sean and Godkin, Lynn and Cyrson, Edward and Fleischman, Gary, Perceived Ethical Values and Small Business Problems in Poland (December 22, 2006). Business Ethics: A European Review 15 (2006): 76-85., Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=2707239

Sean Valentine (Contact Author)

University of North Dakota - College of Business & Public Administration ( email )

Grand Forks, ND 58105
United States

Lynn Godkin

Independent ( email )

Edward Cyrson

Independent ( email )

Gary Fleischman

Texas Tech University ( email )

2500 Broadway
Lubbock, TX 79409
United States

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