The central problem that the case outlines is one of discrimination. There are two types of discrimination that the case brings out. These two problems are: Sexual and Racial Discrimination. Discrimination is sometimes referred to by the term ‘prejudice’. What is prejudice? Prejudice is the use of unrelated social factors to decide on how to treat another person. How does prejudice impact us all? All of us are impacted in that, many a time people are treated unfairly through no fault of their own. The fact that this treatment is entirely outside their control is even more tragic. Bigotry is the only factor in use and these occurrences are prevalent in our society. Both sexual and racial discrimination are everyday problems that our
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Racial discrimination was not left out in this scenario. It had been outlawed and the courts had further entrenched this through very bold decisions on this score. However, what was so definitely clear outwardly could not be said for in the private lives of people. It was apparent that the personal opinions of people in their personal lives had remained stereotyped on the conservative mode. It did not help matters that Agfunds business was in the agricultural sector. The business predominantly dealt with farmers. It must be said, although it is definitely not the rule, that farmers in rural America have humble education and are not that exposed to the new cosmopolitan and global ideals. To say the very least, they are suspicious and resistant to new trends. Thus, although both Cynthia and Steve came from a schooling background of tolerance, openness and acceptance of new ideas, they were in a business that was fundamentally conservative and quite suspicious and resistant to change. They were dealing with a business and communities that have become euphemistically called the ‘golden generation.’ Cynthia Mitchell held Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture from Purdue University and an …show more content…
In this instance, the company, Agfunds made a decision that was best for them as a company and not right for Cynthia. Agfunds violated moral ethics by discriminating on the basis of gender. After this incident, Cynthia was so determined to be successful. Therefore, she moved to central Ohio where she became a rising star and developed a reputation for being an outstanding salesperson and technology resource. She was quickly recognized as sales person of the year and because of her strong worth ethic, she was offered a position in Houston where she became a District Manager. Cynthia felt victorious with this appointment because she was now, one of three (3) women within the company to hold the District Manager position. Being appointed to this position came with many tasks for Cynthia. She had to fill two open positions within her current team. She reviewed the training file and determined a top trainee not being offered the position from the recent graduating class. She was baffled as to why a person with such excellent credentials was indeed being passed over for less able people. This made her further investigate more on the qualifications and abilities of
Racial discrimination was not left out in this scenario. It had been outlawed and the courts had further entrenched this through very bold decisions on this score. However, what was so definitely clear outwardly could not be said for in the private lives of people. It was apparent that the personal opinions of people in their personal lives had remained stereotyped on the conservative mode. It did not help matters that Agfunds business was in the agricultural sector. The business predominantly dealt with farmers. It must be said, although it is definitely not the rule, that farmers in rural America have humble education and are not that exposed to the new cosmopolitan and global ideals. To say the very least, they are suspicious and resistant to new trends. Thus, although both Cynthia and Steve came from a schooling background of tolerance, openness and acceptance of new ideas, they were in a business that was fundamentally conservative and quite suspicious and resistant to change. They were dealing with a business and communities that have become euphemistically called the ‘golden generation.’ Cynthia Mitchell held Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture from Purdue University and an …show more content…
In this instance, the company, Agfunds made a decision that was best for them as a company and not right for Cynthia. Agfunds violated moral ethics by discriminating on the basis of gender. After this incident, Cynthia was so determined to be successful. Therefore, she moved to central Ohio where she became a rising star and developed a reputation for being an outstanding salesperson and technology resource. She was quickly recognized as sales person of the year and because of her strong worth ethic, she was offered a position in Houston where she became a District Manager. Cynthia felt victorious with this appointment because she was now, one of three (3) women within the company to hold the District Manager position. Being appointed to this position came with many tasks for Cynthia. She had to fill two open positions within her current team. She reviewed the training file and determined a top trainee not being offered the position from the recent graduating class. She was baffled as to why a person with such excellent credentials was indeed being passed over for less able people. This made her further investigate more on the qualifications and abilities of