Ethical Leadership of Managers in Jubail City, Saudi Arabia: A Case Study |Chapter 5 | Economics, Business and Management: Recent Advances Vol. 1

 

This book chapter examines the ethical leadership of managers in organisations in Jubail City, Saudi Arabia. The need for ethical leadership in organization steam from many scandals both in the public and corporate sectors, which have created an interest in studying ethical leadership in organisations. Furthermore, in an increasingly complex and interconnected world, the role of managers in Jubail, Saudi Arabia, extends beyond traditional operational oversight to encompass the ethical dimensions of leadership. "Ethical Leadership of Managers" delves into the crucial intersection of management practices and ethical decision-making, offering a comprehensive examination of how ethical leadership can shape organisational culture, influence employee behaviour, and drive sustainable success. This insightful volume draws on interdisciplinary research, blending theories from management, psychology, and philosophy to provide a robust framework for understanding ethical leadership in contemporary organisations. Through real-world case studies and empirical evidence, the book illustrates the profound impact that ethical leaders can have in fostering an environment of trust, accountability, and inclusivity. The result show that most managers in various organizations in Saudi Arabia agree that ethical issues such as communicating clear ethical standards for members, being honest can be trusted to tell the truth, insisting on doing what is fair and ethical even if it is difficult, acknowledging mistakes and accepting responsibility for them, and regard honesty and integrity as important personal values were things on which they agreed completely. Most of the managers were in disagreement with issues related to holding members accountable for using ethical practice in their work and putting the needs of others above their own self-interest, being fair and objective when evaluating member performance and providing rewards, and finally setting out an example of dedication and self-sacrifice for the organisation. The highest disagreement in percentage 20% disagree that they hold members accountable for using ethical practice in their work and seconded by 23.34% disagreement of managers in putting the needs of others above their own self-interest, 6.66% disagree on being fair and objective when evaluating member performance and providing rewards, 6.64% disagrees on setting out an example of dedication and self-sacrifice for the organization.

 

Readers of this book chapter will explore key themes such as the role of ethical leadership in crisis management, the implications of ethical decision-making for stakeholder engagement, and the necessity of cultivating an ethical organisational climate. Furthermore, the book presents practical strategies and actionable insights for current and aspiring managers, equipping them with the tools to navigate ethical dilemmas and promote ethical standards within their teams. By emphasising the importance of self-awareness, moral reasoning, and effective communication, "Ethical Leadership of Managers" serves as an essential guide for those seeking to lead with integrity in their organisations. Ultimately, this book advocates for a transformative approach to leadership—one that prioritises ethical considerations as fundamental to achieving long-term organisational success and societal benefit, reaffirming the vital role of managers as ethical stewards in the workplace.

 

 

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Asan Vernyuy Wirba

Department of Business Administration, Jubail Industrial College (JIC), The Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu, KSA.

 

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Ethical Leadership and Sustainable Development: Pathways to Organizational and Societal Transformation | Chapter 6 | The Tapestry of Development: Weaving Ethics into a Sustainable Future

 

This study examines the relationship between ethical leadership and sustainable development, with a focus on how leadership characteristics and styles shape organisational sustainability outcomes. It emphasises the role of transparency, long-term vision, and stakeholder inclusivity in driving employee engagement with sustainability goals. Despite increasing global attention on sustainability, weak ethical leadership across industries continues to hinder meaningful progress. Challenges such as short-term profit orientation, greenwashing, disengaged workforces, and missed opportunities for innovation undermine the successful implementation of sustainable development initiatives. A systematic literature review was conducted, guided by a multi-theoretical framework integrating Social Learning Theory, Transformational Leadership Theory, Stakeholder Theory, and Virtue Ethics. Recent academic studies, organisational reports, and policy documents (2020–2025) were critically analysed to identify leadership characteristics, challenges, and strategies relevant to sustainability implementation. This research advances the understanding of ethical leadership as a catalyst for organisational and societal transformation. It offers a conceptual framework that links ethical leadership to employee motivation, organisational trust, and the achievement of sustainability goals, while also highlighting strategies for fostering ethical leadership in practice. The study finds that ethical leadership enhances organisational reputation, fosters employee commitment to sustainability, and builds trust among stakeholders. Transformational and servant leadership styles are particularly effective in motivating pro-sustainability behaviours. However, leaders face persistent tensions between economic performance and ethical responsibility, which often result in short-term compromises. Ethical leadership is essential for achieving sustainable development. By embedding ethical decision-making into organisational culture and aligning stakeholder interests, leaders can balance profitability with social and environmental responsibilities. The study underscores that fostering ethical leadership requires multi-level efforts across organisations, governments, and civil society to ensure a just and sustainable future.

 

 

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John Motsamai Modise
Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.

 

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Practical Applications of Ethical and Sustainable Leadership in Internal Management | Chapter 2 | The Tapestry of Development: Weaving Ethics into a Sustainable Future

 

The notion of sustainable development has consistently been pivotal in directing global initiatives, whether via philosophical contemplation of "harmonious coexistence between man and nature" or through environmental conservation amidst industrial civilisation. In 2015, 193 United Nations member states ratified 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to enhance human accountability for sustainable development. These objectives necessitate that nations, organisations, and people engage in actions promoting sustainable development.

 

The objective of the study is to examine the influence of ethical leadership on sustainable development, particularly in bridging the gap between the acknowledgement and the successful execution of ethical and sustainable leadership practices inside enterprises. This research was guided by two key theoretical frameworks: ethical leadership and transformational leadership. Primary subjects involved fundamental characteristics and conduct of ethical and sustainable leaders; barriers to execution (short-termism, integration difficulties); assessment and appraisal of sustainability efforts. Essential arguments included ethical and sustainable leadership demands distinct characteristics beyond conventional frameworks; effective execution needs to surmount challenges such as a short-term orientation; comprehensive assessment methods are vital for gauging program efficacy. Methodological approach involved systematic literature research, case study analysis, and surveys of employees and leaders. The study delivered an in-depth comprehension of ethical and sustainable leadership, including pragmatic solutions and evaluative instruments for enterprises. Promotes socially responsible and sustainable corporate operations. The target audience included decision-makers, corporate executives, sustainability specialists, academics, and researchers in leadership.

 

This research underscores the critical role of ethical leadership in driving sustainable development. By identifying key leader characteristics, implementation strategies, and effective measurement techniques, this study aims to bridge the gap between recognising the need for ethical and sustainable practices and their practical application. Ultimately, it advocates for a shift towards a more responsible and resilient business landscape, benefiting both organisations and society at large. The impact of ethical and sustainable leadership extends far beyond individual companies. It has the potential to ripple outwards, shaping a more just, equitable, and environmentally conscious global landscape. This research serves as a catalyst, not just for businesses, but for policymakers, educators, and all stakeholders who share the vision of a sustainable future.

 

 

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John Motsamai Modise
Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.

 

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Financial Ethics: A Comprehensive Framework for Leadership Practices |Chapter 1 | The Tapestry of Development: Weaving Ethics into a Sustainable Future

 

Financial ethics forms the foundation of trust and stability in the complex world of finance. It goes beyond mere compliance with regulations. It involves adhering to a moral compass that guides decision-making and actions, ensuring fairness, integrity, and accountability. This study aims to develop a comprehensive framework for leadership practices that foster responsible innovation in the financial sector. The goal is to harmonise technological advancements with ethical considerations and societal well-being, thereby strengthening financial stability and public trust. Rapid digital transformation in finance, including the rise of FinTech, algorithmic decision-making, and data-driven platforms, has outpaced existing governance and ethical safeguards. Current leadership practices often fail to address ethical dilemmas such as algorithmic bias, data privacy breaches, and ESG integration gaps, resulting in diminished public trust, systemic risks, and potential financial instability. The research adopts a systematic literature review (SLR) to synthesise empirical studies, best practices, and theoretical frameworks related to financial ethics, responsible innovation, and ethical leadership. This approach allows for a structured evaluation of the state of knowledge, identifying critical gaps and actionable strategies. The study contributes by proposing a leadership framework for responsible financial innovation. It integrates ethical decision-making, stakeholder engagement, transparent governance, and ESG principles into organisational structures and innovation strategies. This framework offers practical guidance for financial institutions, regulators, and policymakers seeking to balance innovation with ethical governance. The literature highlights persistent ethical challenges in financial innovation, with particular concern for algorithmic bias, weak accountability mechanisms, and inadequate stakeholder involvement. It also demonstrates that embedding ethical leadership and ESG considerations into financial decision-making strengthens resilience, enhances trust, and promotes sustainable development. His research concludes that the future of financial stability and sustainability depends on leadership practices that integrate ethics into innovation processes. By aligning technology adoption with transparent governance, stakeholder engagement, and ESG integration, financial institutions can restore public trust and ensure responsible digital transformation. The proposed framework provides a roadmap for creating a secure, inclusive, and sustainable financial system.

 

Author(s) Details

John Motsamai Modise
Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.

 

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Thiruvalluvar's Conception of Education and Wisdom: A Tamil Philosophical Perspective with Contemporary Implications |Chapter 3 | New Ideas Concerning Arts and Social Studies Vol. 4

 

This paper explores Thiruvalluvar’s conception of education and wisdom as articulated in the Thirukkural, positioning it within a global philosophical dialogue alongside Socrates, Confucius, Immanuel Kant, and John Dewey. Thiruvalluvar views education not as the mere acquisition of formal knowledge but as a transformative ethical journey grounded in wisdom, integrity, self-awareness, and social responsibility. To critically evaluate this vision, the study introduces the MESS framework—Moral Philosophy, Ethical Wisdom, Secular Education, and Social Responsibility—offering a novel lens for philosophical and educational analysis. By applying this model, the research highlights the universal and inclusive relevance of Thiruvalluvar’s ideals across cultures, transcending barriers of religion, race, or caste. Anchored in classical Tamil thought, the paper conducts a cross-cultural comparative analysis that reveals a shared human aspiration for morally grounded education. In challenging the dominance of technocratic, outcome-driven pedagogies, the study advocates for a holistic educational paradigm that integrates ethical and social development. As the first to apply the MESS method to both classical and modern philosophies, this research makes a timely contribution to contemporary discourse on value-based education, moral leadership, and inclusive curriculum design in pluralistic societies.

 

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Uthayan Thurairajah

OU Elite Research Institute, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

 

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Enhancing Accountability Leadership within the South African Police Service | Chapter 16 | The Evolving Blueprint, Strategic Leadership, VALUE-Driven Police Leaders and Ethical Excellence in Law Enforcement

 

A key component of success in today's fast-paced environment is accountability leadership, as transparency and trust are vital. Although the emphasis on accountability leadership in particular may be more recent, the fundamental ideas are rooted in a number of different leadership theories. This study looks at how accountability leadership might help the South African Police Service (SAPS) become more effective and win back the public's trust. Principal Subjects: frameworks for accountability leadership theory (such as procedural justice theory and social learning theory). A growing body of research has examined several leadership philosophies, such as ethical and authentic leadership, to promote accountability. The SAPS faces several challenges in adopting accountable leadership, including resource restrictions, community participation, and leadership commitment. SAPS accountability mechanisms are now in place (CPFs, IPIDs). Suggestions for enhancing accountability leadership methods (community involvement, openness, and training). Gaps in the body of knowledge now available and potential future study areas. Principal arguments: the SAPS has a promising structure in accountability leadership to address challenges of public trust and improve police performance. Implementing accountable leadership can be guided by combining theoretical frameworks with useful tactics. Moreover, the lack of accountable leadership within the SAPS has a ripple effect, negatively impacting public safety, trust in law enforcement, and the overall effectiveness of the police service. There are significant obstacles to overcome, but doing so with effective leadership, education, and community involvement can pay off. This study uses a literature review methodology, examining previous academic publications on police reform, accountable leadership, and the South African environment. The significance of this study is to contribute to a more moral, efficient, and reliable SAPS by promoting accountable leadership. This may result in increased community policing, enhanced public safety, and a more respectable legal system in South Africa. A wide range of people interested in police reform and enhancing public safety in South Africa are the intended audience for this study, including legislators, police leadership, academics, community organisations, and the general public. Additionally, this research has indicated areas that warrant additional investigation, including the creation of focused training initiatives and comprehensive case studies of successful accountability leadership implementation.

 

Author (s) Details

Dr. John Motsamai Modise
Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.

 

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Enhancing Leadership in the South African Police Service: Utilising the Opportunities of Advancements | Chapter 12 | The Evolving Blueprint, Strategic Leadership, VALUE-Driven Police Leaders and Ethical Excellence in Law Enforcement

 

The objective of this study is to evaluate and recommend improvements to the South African Police Service (SAPS) promotion process to bolster leadership capability, enhance succession planning, and ensure the selection of the most suitable individuals for executive positions. Primary Subjects: The study examines the existing SAPS promotion and assessment processes, evaluates the accessibility and efficacy of leadership development programs, identifies preferred leadership styles, and analyses the influence of the promotion process on organisational leadership. Principal Arguments/Conclusions: The existing SAPS promotion methods, which predominantly depend on written assessments, exhibit possible validity concerns in forecasting leadership capability. A perceived deficiency exists in accessible and pertinent leadership development programs, with a necessity to synchronise promotion procedures with preferred leadership styles, including ethical, transformational, and strategic leadership. It is essential to address diversity and inclusivity within leadership positions.

 

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Dr. John Motsamai Modise

Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.

 

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The Ethical and Principled Leadership Crisis on a Strategic Level: Experiencing by South African Police Service | Chapter 10 | The Evolving Blueprint, Strategic Leadership, VALUE-Driven Police Leaders and Ethical Excellence in Law Enforcement

 Leadership is the root of all organisational issues, and its social position is institutionalised and recognised. Police professionalism and sustaining police integrity are two things that are frequently cited as being most dependent on police leadership. Law enforcement officers must be moral role models. Whether there is accountable leadership or not, it will ultimately have a big impact on society. This research responds to a call for further research on leadership in the South African Police Service. Effective police leaders become adept at responding to challenges. Ethical leadership is a necessary ingredient for successful crisis management. This study aims to critically analyse the ethical leadership crisis within the SAPS, to identify its contributing factors, and to explore potential strategies for promoting ethical and principled leadership within the organisation. Police leaders are responsible for preserving democratic, economic and professional values in their capacity as leaders, in both the short and long term. They should be able to master and deal with daily operations, emergency events and various types of crises, incremental developments and reforms, both separately and simultaneously. This comprises a large range of situations and management tasks. Against this background, it will be argued that leadership both within and by the police has become more complex and challenging in recent years. At the same time, it is believed that police leadership is a crucial resource in order to ensure the efficient operation and development of the police service, and is essential if the police are to function efficiently with the level of quality and ethical standards that meet the demands and expectations of a liberal democracy. Drawing a direct line between these two may be oversimplified, but there is unquestionably a connection between the leadership issues that have plagued the SAPS for many years and the agency's declining effectiveness in preventing, investigating, and prosecuting crimes and lawlessness. It goes without saying that an ineffective police force has a detrimental impact on people's freedom and security, on investment and economic progress, and on the stability of the entire nation. Unfortunately, there is little evidence that the issue is receiving the attention that it merits from the nation's political leaders. In conclusion, ethical leadership is crucial for any organisation's success because it lays the groundwork for a climate of sincerity, integrity, and openness. Integrity, vision, courage, empathy, and accountability are essential traits of principled leaders that direct their decisions and actions. Moreover, a potential area for future research is how top executive officers in law enforcement apply their knowledge of ethical leadership in their workplaces and professional lives.

 

Author (s) Details

Dr. John Motsamai Modise
Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa

 

Phemelo Sheldon Modise
North-West University, Potchefstroom, South Africa.

 

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Conventional and Unconventional Theories of Leadership | Chapter 5 | The Evolving Blueprint, Strategic Leadership, VALUE-Driven Police Leaders and Ethical Excellence in Law Enforcement

 The chapter objective is to discover the causes that compel organisational leaders to abandon conventional, academically-supported leadership strategies in favour of non-traditional approaches. Elaborated analysis: to investigate the divergence between existing leadership theories and the current practices of contemporary organisational leaders. To analyse the dynamic evolution of leadership in reaction to a swiftly transforming global environment. To establish a foundational knowledge basis that will facilitate the advancement of novel leadership theory. To emphasise the essential function of leadership in managing the intricacies of the 21st century. Primary Subjects: Traditional versus non-traditional leadership theories. The influence of globalisation, technology, and digitisation on leadership. The insufficiency of conventional leadership paradigms in contemporary organisational settings. Principal Arguments: Leaders are progressively embracing unconventional leadership methodologies, diverging from typical academic frameworks. Traditional leadership theories may be obsolete and inadequate for the requirements of the contemporary organisational environment. A lack of comprehension exists on the motivations for this transition to non-traditional leadership. Methodological approach: Systematic literature review. Importance/Consequences: Emphasises the necessity for revised leadership theories and methods to tackle the problems of the 21st century. Discerns a deficiency in understanding the factors influencing non-traditional leadership methodologies. The research indicates a necessity for innovative leadership training and theoretical advancement. Target Audience: Academics, researchers, organisational leaders, and practitioners in leadership development. Conclusion: The evolving organisational landscape of the 21st century requires a departure from antiquated leadership paradigms. The essay indicates that additional research is necessary to comprehend the emerging leadership tendencies. Ongoing investigation into the formulation of novel leadership theories is crucial for organisational success.

 

Author (s) Details

Dr. John Motsamai Modise
Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.

 

 

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Principled Leadership: A Foundation for Organizational Trust and Success | Chapter 2 | The Informed Leader: How Philosophy and Evidence Shape Organizational Performance

Ethical leadership is predicated on moral and ethical principles.  Ethical leaders cultivate trust with honesty, integrity, and transparency. Ethical leadership enhances decision-making, fosters innovation, and elevates team performance. Meta leadership enables leaders to operate across several tiers of an organization.  There exists significant overlap across value-based leadership theories. The purpose of the study is to i) delineate two definitions of principled leadership; ii) concentrate on the fundamental concepts and responsibilities that direct leaders in the development and sustenance of organizational services. This chapter defined principled leadership and illuminated the characteristics and obligations of leadership. The significance of ethical principles in leadership was also discussed. This chapter provides a valuable insight into the relationship between ethical leadership and organizational trust. Theory of Meta Leadership and Value-based leadership philosophies were also discussed. This chapter implicitly examines the role of principled leadership in fostering corporate trust and success. This investigation underscores the significance of ethical leadership in cultivating a constructive workplace culture. It also offers ideas on how leaders can cultivate trust and enhance corporate success. The study explores the significance of ethical leadership across various sectors, including law enforcement and other organizations. The questions that were investigated and analyzed in this chapter include: i) would benefit from more precise implementations of principled leadership throughout law enforcement; ii) would be enhanced by tackling the obstacles of executing principled leadership.  This chapter concludes that organizations must prioritize ethical leadership to foster a culture of trust and attain enduring success. Leaders ought to concentrate on cultivating their ethical principles and decision-making abilities. This research is valuable for a wide range of organizations, particularly law enforcement, and offers insights for scholars, managers, and individuals interested in ethical leadership. This study also suggests that more contemporary references would be beneficial as restricted information regarding practical applications constitutes a key limitation of the research. Ethical leadership is crucial for establishing trust, cultivating a constructive company culture, and attaining enduring success. It necessitates that leaders uphold ethical principles, make judicious decisions, and foster an atmosphere of transparency and accountability.

 

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Dr. John Motsamai Modise
Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.

 

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