Exploring Ethical Guidelines: A Case Study-Based Content Analysis of a Kazakhstani Corporation’s Code of Ethics

2024

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DOI 10.60154/jaepp.2024.v25n1p129
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Abstract

Within corporate ethics, organizational values and principles are described in codes of ethics, serving as guiding frameworks for employee conduct and organizational culture. Despite the significance of these documents, little attention has been given to the specific ethical paradigms espoused in codes of ethics, especially in contexts such as Kazakhstan. This case study aims to address this gap through content analysis focused on a prominent, government owned Kazakhstani organization, encompassing over 250,000 employees. By analysing the content of its code of ethics document, this research aims to shed a light on the ethical perspectives projected by the organization to its employees, partners, and customers. Through this analysis, we can gain insights into the ethical priorities shaping organizational behavior within the Kazakhstani business landscape, contributing to a deeper understanding of ethical frameworks within the context of Kazakhstan’s business sector.