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The Eighth Edition of Meeting the Ethical Challenges of Leadership: Casting Light or Shadow by Craig E. Johnson provides a comprehensive, multidisciplinary examination of the moral dilemmas and responsibilities facing leaders. Spanning across four distinct parts—The Shadow Side of Leadership, Looking Inward, Ethical Standards and Strategies, and Shaping Ethical Contexts—the text investigates how power, privilege, and influence can cast positive light or destructive shadow. Across 12 chapters, it addresses character development, combating evil, normative leadership theories, and modern topics like moral injury and team psychological safety.
Designed to cultivate personal integrity and organizational competence, this updated edition incorporates 29 contemporary case studies—examining organizations such as Boeing and WeWork—along with 16 practical self-assessments. Chapters conclude with focused Implications and Applications sections, enabling students to evaluate personal ethical blind spots, establish inclusive workplace climates, and navigate complex crises in small groups and global institutions.
Institutional Use
This textbook serves as a foundational core text for upper-division undergraduate and graduate courses across university business schools, public administration programs, and communication departments, supporting subjects such as Organizational Leadership, Business Ethics, and Administrative Governance. Higher education programs adopt the text for semester-long curricula that integrate theoretical analysis with practical moral assessment. Additionally, executive education programs and nonprofit leadership institutes utilize its structured case studies and diagnostic tools for leadership onboarding, crisis management workshops, and institutional governance seminars.
Product Details
| ISBN-13 | 9781071904244 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10 | 1071904248 |
| Edition | 8th edition |
| Authors | Craig E. Johnson |
| Publisher | SAGE Publications, Inc. |
| Publication date | February 2024 |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
| Category | Business, Management & Quality |
| List price | $65.99 / copy |
| Min. order | 5 copies |
| Condition | New |
Table of Contents
Part I: The Shadow Side of Leadership
- Chapter 1. The Leader's Light or Shadow
- Chapter 2. Stepping In and Out of the Shadows
Part II: Looking Inward
- Chapter 3. The Leader's Character
- Chapter 4. Combating Evil
Part III: Ethical Standards and Strategies
- Chapter 5. Ethical Perspectives
- Chapter 6. Ethical Decision Making and Behavior
- Chapter 7. Exercising Ethical Influence
- Chapter 8. Normative Leadership Theories
Part IV: Shaping Ethical Contexts
- Chapter 9. Building an Ethical Small Group
- Chapter 10. Creating an Ethical, Inclusive Organizational Climate
- Chapter 11. Meeting the Ethical Challenges of Leadership in a Global Society
- Chapter 12. Ethical Crisis Leadership
Key Topics
- Ethical Leadership and the Shadow Side of Power
- Moral Character Development and Combating Evil
- Ethical Decision-Making Frameworks and Behavioral Standards
- Normative Leadership Theories and Ethical Influence
- Small Group Dynamics and Team Psychological Safety
- Inclusive Organizational Climates and Culture Building
- Global Leadership Ethics and Human Rights Declarations
- Ethical Crisis Leadership and Moral Injury
Who This Is For
- Undergraduate and graduate students in leadership, business administration, and management
- University faculty teaching courses in organizational ethics and administrative leadership
- Corporate leadership development directors and executive coaching programs
- Nonprofit and public administration management trainees
Institutional & Bulk Ordering
- Minimum order: 5 copies, with tiered pricing at higher quantities
- Purchase orders and Net-30 terms accepted for qualifying institutions
- Tax-exempt certificates accepted for qualifying accounts
- Free worldwide shipping, no sales tax
Edition & Identifier Check
Always confirm this exact ISBN-13 and edition (9781071904244) against your syllabus or procurement request before ordering — editions of this title are not interchangeable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What edition is this textbook, and when was it published?
A: This listing is for the Eighth Edition of Meeting the Ethical Challenges of Leadership: Casting Light or Shadow (ISBN 9781071904244), authored by Craig E. Johnson and published by SAGE Publications, Inc. in February 2024.
Q: What is the structural layout and page count of the 8th edition?
A: The 8th edition contains organized into four major parts across 12 chapters, progressing from personal character and ethical frameworks to small-group dynamics, inclusive organizational culture, and global crisis management.
Q: Are companion formats or instructor resources available?
A: Yes, alongside this paperback format (ISBN 9781071904244), SAGE publishes electronic editions (such as eTextbook ISBN 9781071904268) and provides verified instructors with online support materials, including lecture slide decks and test banks.
Q: What practical exercises and case studies are included in the Eighth Edition?
A: This edition integrates 29 updated case studies (including coverage of Boeing, Juul, and WeWork), 16 self-assessments, and dedicated Implications and Applications sections at the close of each chapter for individual reflection and group discussion.
Q: What is the minimum order quantity for this title?
A: The minimum order is 5 copies. Tiered pricing applies at 5, 10, and 25 copies; orders of 100 or more copies are quoted directly by email.
Q: Is this the correct edition for my program or syllabus?
A: This listing is ISBN 9781071904244 (ISBN-10 1071904248). Please confirm this exact identifier and edition against your syllabus or procurement request before ordering, as editions of this title are not interchangeable.
Q: Do you accept purchase orders and offer Net-30 terms?
A: Yes. Purchase orders and Net-30 terms are accepted for qualifying institutions, and tax-exempt certificates are accepted at checkout.
Q: Do you ship internationally?
A: Yes, Global Academic Supply offers free worldwide shipping with no sales tax on qualifying orders.