Contemporary Business Ethics: Navigating Moral Challenges in the Modern Corporate World

Authors

  • Euis Ayu Indah Purnama Sari Universitas Sangga Buana
  • Nurhaeni Sikki Universitas Sangga Buana
  • Likha Navadiani Budiawan Universitas Sangga Buana
  • Nesha Adelina Mandala Universitas Sangga Buana
  • Nadia Syahran Naja Universitas Sangga Buana

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31004/riggs.v4i3.2209

Keywords:

Business ethics, Corporate Social Responsibility, Digital Ethics, Ethical Leadership, Stakeholder Theory

Abstract

This journal explores contemporary business ethics, examining the evolution of moral principles within modern corporate settings. Through literature analysis and case examples, it delves into key issues such as corporate social responsibility (CSR), stakeholder theory, environmental ethics, digital privacy, and ethical leadership. The paper emphasizes the importance of ethical decision-making in sustaining competitive advantage, corporate reputation, and long-term profitability.

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Published

16-08-2025

How to Cite

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E. A. I. P. Sari, N. Sikki, L. N. Budiawan, N. A. Mandala, and N. S. Naja, “Contemporary Business Ethics: Navigating Moral Challenges in the Modern Corporate World”, RIGGS, vol. 4, no. 3, pp. 2691–2696, Aug. 2025.

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