Dynamics of Ethical Leadership : Key Insights on Ethical Leadership & Decision Making in Mauritian Business Enterprises

The role modelling of business leaders in promoting ethical standards and practices is a major enabler in shaping the right work environment that would, in turn, positively influence employees to surpass their own minimum role requirements with self-motivated behaviours, engagement, and performance for organisational interests.The importance of leaders’ own conduct, how people “read” and perceive their behaviour, and how such conduct is promoted within organisations or societies are central to the understanding of ethical leadership.This white paper examines the underlying factors characterising ethical leadership in business organisations in Mauritius as well as sheds light on its significance, dynamics, effects, and how it shapes organisational citizenship behaviour in the workplace