An ethical communication assessment of Nike The assessment should include, first, an analysis of the effectiveness of the Nike’s Code of Ethics for its employees (Code of Conduct, Code of Business Standards, etc.) and the various communication channels in place for employees and for customers to use in raising ethical questions, concerns, and/or complaints. Cite the sources from the Nike’s web pages. The assessment should include, secondly, an analysis of how effectively (or not) Nike responded to a recent ethical crisis or challenge affecting either its customers and/or its employees. It is preferred to focus the analysis on the recent incident that Nike has faced in dealing with consumer backlash and praise regarding some of its advertising of certain products. https://www.fastcompany.com/90545559/nike-launches-a-maternity-line-after-facing-criticism-for-treatment-of-pregnant-athletes?partner=rss&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=rss+fastcompany&utm_content=rss?cid=search If there is not sufficient information for a thorough analysis of this situation, use two examples. Also, research the timeline of the situation along with the Nike’s specific communication response(s) to this issue. It should have a minimum of five reputable external primary sources (primarily from news sources and the business press). Do not use case studies, journal articles, blog posts. Use correct APA format (in-text citations) and in the references at the end of the assessment. The assessment should be organized as follows: Part One: A brief introduction to Nike (no more than ½ page). It should include information about the company’s history, location, products/services, size, etc. Part Two: Analysis of the Nike’s “public” information from its website: (approximately 2 pages) The analysis should include the following: (1) Is there a clear statement of the Nike’s mission and values on the Nike’s website? (2) Are the mission and values integrated within the code of conduct? Is it effective? (3) What information, if any, is provided to help employees with ethical decision-making? Is it sufficient? Be specific. (4) What information, if any, is provided to employees who need to raise an ethical concern or who have ethical questions? Is it sufficient? Be specific. (5) What is the overall assessment of Nike’s code as a reference document? What works well? What works less well? Be specific (6) Based on the Nike’s website, what two-way channels of communication are available for customers who might have a concern or need information about Nike? Are they effective? If there is none, what would you recommend Nike add? Part Three: Analysis of the Nike’s response to the recent incidents that Nike has faced in dealing with consumer backlash and praise regarding some of its advertising of certain products). https://www.fastcompany.com/90545559/nike-launches-a-maternity-line-after-facing-criticism-for-treatment-of-pregnant-athletes?partner=rss&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=rss+fastcompany&utm_content=rss?cid=search: (approximately 3– 4 pages) (1) Describe, in detail, the situation in which the Nike recently confronted. (2) Analyze the stakeholders involved and their expectations as well as the Nike’s actions (or lack of action) and specific communications with stakeholders over time. It should explain how the Nike’s responses were in alignment (or not) with its mission and values and/or code of ethics. Evaluate the effectiveness of Nike’s communication response – what worked well, what worked less well. (3) Make recommendations for improvement going forward. Part four: Reference APA format. The references should include specific web pages from the company’s public web site and a minimum of five external internet sources.

1. According Interland (2009) the art of economics consists in looking not merely at the immediate but at the longer effects of any act or policy; it consists of tracing the consequences of that policy not merely for one group but for all groups. Discuss Jeneen Interlandi, “Not Just Urban Leg- end,” Newsweek, January, 19, 2009 2. Children in poor neighborhoods have bleak outlooks on life and do not see much gain to studying. A recent experiment is paying children in poor neighborhoods $100 for each “A” they earn in a six-week grade reporting cycle. How does this affect the children’s behavior? The assignment is to answer the question provided above in essay form. This is to be in narrative form. Bullet points should not to be used. The paper should be at least 1.5 - 2 pages in length, Times New Roman 12-pt font, double-spaced, 1 inch margins and utilizing at least one outside scholarly or professional source related to organizational behavior. This does not mean blogs or websites. This source should be a published article in a scholarly journal. This source should provide substance and not just be mentioned briefly to fulfill this criteria. The textbook should also be utilized. Do not use quotes. Do not insert excess line spacing. APA formatting and citation should be used.

ScenarioThe sample audit will consist of three main parts: the business risk analysis, the report of recommendations. sample audit program, and Newham Company Information Newham Company is a publicly traded company operating in the “ personal product” industry. Newham manufactures cosmetic and body- care products. These products are sold to large department chain stores, such as Target and Walmart, to be sold and distributed to the final consumer. Competitors include Revlon, Inc. (REV–NYSE) and Avon Products, Inc. (AVP -NYSE). Newham Company has experienced steady growth over the past several years. Recently, there has been a change in executive management, including the CEO and CFO. The change was sparked by questionable bonus payments that were paid to the executive management team based on the company’s performance. In addition, a recent lawsuit has been filed based on claims that a new product was not properly advertised, leading many customers to experience allergic reactions.Guidelines for Submission: Your paper must be submitted as a 3-4-pages Microsoft Word document with double spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, one-inch margins, and at least three sources cited in APA format. Round all answers up to the nearest dollar value in any calculations.