When formal ethics policies differ from informal expectations: a test of managers’ attitudes

Abstract

This study explores the relationship between conflicting ethical expectations and managerial attitudes. Using a sample of 107 managerial level employees, the findings indicate that as the perceived difference between formal and informal ethical expectations increases, intentions to turnover increase and job satisfaction, organizational satisfaction, and affective commitment decrease.

Citation

Sims, R.L. (1998), "When formal ethics policies differ from informal expectations: a test of managers’ attitudes", Leadership & Organization Development Journal, Vol. 19 No. 7, pp. 386-391. https://doi.org/10.1108/01437739810242540