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Determinants of Moral Reasoning in Public Service

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  • Do Lim Choi

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This study explores the moral reasoning of public administrators along with the determinants of moral reasoning and behavior in government. This study argues that information about the level of moral reasoning of public administrators does not explain how to achieve ethical behavior in organizations. Knowing determinants of moral reasoning by public servants is helpful to encourage ethical behaviors. Although some research on moral reasoning exists, it generally focuses on the level of moral reasoning according to gender, race, education, age, and responsibility. The article concludes that the main factors influencing the moral reasoning by public employees are the length of service, grade, compassion, self-sacrifice, obedience to authority, and responsibility for consequences.

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  • Do Lim Choi, 2007. "Determinants of Moral Reasoning in Public Service," International Review of Public Administration, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 12(1), pages 81-92, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:rrpaxx:v:12:y:2007:i:1:p:81-92
    DOI: 10.1080/12294659.2007.10805093
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