What Should Top Management Do?
Technical Staff
January 25, 2025
What makes an organizational culture corrupt? An organization operates as a social entity within a community, shaped by both its internal and external environments. While the external environment interacts with the organization, this discussion will focus solely on its internal dynamics.
At the core of an organization’s culture is the tone set by its leadership. Leadership defines the organization’s values, norms, and acceptable behavior. This culture is not created overnight—it is built gradually through the daily actions and decisions of its leaders and employees.
Internal control is a cornerstone of shaping a healthy organizational culture. Strong governance structures are equally critical, as they establish oversight and accountability. Additionally, compliance and internal audit functions play a key role in monitoring the organization’s culture and identifying risks of fraud or corruption.
What Should Top Management Do?
To foster a culture of integrity, top management must demonstrate unwavering commitment to ethical behavior in both words and actions…..
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