TTLV: Hanoi Buddhists' views on ethical values ​​in business today

MASTER'S THESIS INFORMATION

1. Student's full name: Dang Hoang Thanh Lan 2. Gender: Female

3. Date of birth: June 1, 1990

4. Place of birth: Dong Da, Hanoi

5. Decision on recognition of students No. 2797/2012/QD-XHNV-SDH, dated: December 28, 2012 of the President of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi

6. Changes in training process: no

7. Thesis topic name:“Hanoi Buddhists' views on ethical values ​​in business today”

8. Major: Sociology; Code: 60 31 03 01

9. Scientific supervisor: Associate Professor, Dr. Hoang Thu Huong, lecturer at the Department of Sociology, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi.

10. Summary of the results of the thesis

The topic is raised at a time when business ethics is becoming a topical issue, attracting public attention. The research topic aims to contribute to understanding the current state of Ph.A study of ethical values ​​in business in Hanoi is also an initial step in the research on the relationship between religious factors and ethical behavior in business.

The general view of Buddhism is that we have an obligation to improve and perfect our character through self-examination and through the practice of ethical behavior. Buddhists concretize their strong religious beliefs into their outlook on life, including their views on ethical values ​​in business. Through qualitative and quantitative research methods, using carefully designed indicator tools, the study also provides reliable results reflecting the reality of Buddhist views on specific behaviors related to ethics in business.

11. Practical applicability: The study provides valuable information to help consult and find effective solutions to raise awareness and guide business people's behavior in a positive direction, in accordance with good ethical values.

12. Further research directions: none

13. Published works related to the thesis: none

INFORMATION ON MASTER'S THESIS

1. Full name: Dang Hoang Thanh Lan 2. Sex: Female

3. Date of birth: June 1, 1990 4. Place of birth: Dong Da – Ha Noi

5. Admission decision number: 2797/2012/ QD-XHNV-SDH, Dated: December 28, 2012

6. Changes in academic process: none

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7. Official thesis title: "Hanoi Buddhists' perspective on business ethical values”

8. Major: Sociology 9. Code: 60 31 03 01

10. Supervisors: Assoc. Prof. PhD. Hoang Thu Huong, Lecturer in Sociology Faculty, Social Sciences and Humanities University, Vietnam National University, Hanoi.

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11. Summary of the findings of the thesis:

(Summarize them with stress on thenew findings, if any)

This topic is given during a time when business ethics has been a hot-debated issue. In addition to the aim of understanding Hanoi Buddhists' perspective on business ethical values, the research is also on the way of finding out the relation between religion and business ethical behaviors.

Buddhism is a tradition that strives for personal improvement through developing self-discipline and following strict moral codes. Buddhists, then, turn their religiosity into the access to their life and personal perspectives. By using qualitative and quantitative research methods, and having good sociology's toolbox, our research also brings truthful report which reflects Buddhists' outlook on ethical controversial situations in business.

11. Ability to apply in practice: This research provides available information for authorities to seek effective solutions to upgrade businessmen's awareness and orientate their trading behaviors.

12. Practical applicability, if any: None

13. Further research directions, if any: None

14. Thesis-related publications: None