The Case Of Lance Armstrong - 1868 Words

Today’s generation face numerous issues involving ethical decision making in businesses. Ethics can be defined as â€Å"individuals and groups decisions and actions in relation to their understanding of right and wrong,† (Osei-Hwere, Armfield, Kinsky, Gerlich, Drumheller, 2014). They are strongly influenced by one’s upbringing and values, and often include concepts that differ from one person to another. Sports organisations are no exception to ethical expectations set by society. The case of Lance Armstrong is a prime example of a superior athlete who blew any chances at being a positive role model due to a lack of ethical values. Armstrong is publically known for winning seven Tour de France titles between the years of 1999 to 2005. These were later stripped from him after the athlete confessed to taking performance-enhancing drugs during those years. Stakeholders involved in the case include his fans, sponsors, teammates, competitors and also members of the c haritable fund known as the Livestrong Foundation. This case study critically examines the management and ethical issues involved with the case. It further applies the Eight Steps to Ethical Decision Making Model to understand how Armstrong could have avoided the negative publicity and other troubles he faces today. Armstrong is a well-known and respected sportsman. Many young athletes admired him for his achievements and aspired to be like him. People had trust and sympathy in Armstrong due to his unfortunate diagnosisShow MoreRelatedThe Case Of Lance Armstrong810 Words   |  4 PagesThis team application is based on the case study of Lance Armstrong, (Clayton and Fisher, 2013). As a professional cyclist, Lance Armstrong dominated his competition, (Clayton and Fisher, 2013). 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