CJ 485 CH 8 SQ
Why is it difficult to convict corporations on charges of murder? P.171 - ANS-- Criminal and civil
law has traditionally treated corporations as if they are individuals
- It is virtually impossible to establish beyond reasonable doubt that an entire organization acted
with the necessary intent to kill the victim(s)
What is the thesis of N&N's chapter on Corporate Culture? P.171-172 - ANS-The very forms of
corporate cultures that make them strong, productive companies, may also contribute to losses
because of the pressures they create for their employees, and the ways in which cultures
become interpreted into everyday action. The corporate culture may be so strong and
demanding that it encourages workers to do things that might not be legal or that may be
potentionally damaging to others
What are UGAs? (Lecture) - ANS-
What is Karl Marx's argument about work and an employee's relation to it in the context of
corporate culture? What is the implication of this point to security?P.174-175 - ANS-- People
give meaning to their lives through work
- Companies with strong culture may have a very strong hold over their employee's lives
- For security, this is good because if workers feel they are important, they will be more
motivated to do their job and won't steal
- This is bad because the strong hold may affect individuals decision making and make
demands that are difficult to meet, promote values that encourage risk taking and severe losses
may result
How do corporations communicate their values to the public? P.179 - ANS-Advertising slogans
What does the example of Proctor & Gamble Ivory soap example tell us about heroes and
corporate culture? P.179 - ANS-Most aren't doing what is right
Who are some of the strong corporate leaders in US history who became larger-than-life
heroes? N&N, 179 - ANS-- G.E.'s Thomas Edison
- Polaroid's Edwin Land
- IBM's JB Watson
- Henry Ford
- Lee J Iaccoca
Why is it important for security directors to be familiar with rites and rituals in a company? N&N
p.183 - ANS-There are informal networks security professionals should be aware of
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