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An Ethical Analysis Of The Second Amendment: The Right To Pack Heat At Work, William Martin, Helen Lavan, Yvette Lopez, Charles Naquin, Marsha Katz
An Ethical Analysis Of The Second Amendment: The Right To Pack Heat At Work, William Martin, Helen Lavan, Yvette Lopez, Charles Naquin, Marsha Katz
Publications – Dreihaus College of Business
We examine the issues concerning the legality and ethicalityof the Second Amendment right to bear arms balanced by the employer’s duty to provide a safe workplace for its employees. Two court rulings highlight this balancing act: McDonald et al. v. City of Chicago et al. and District of Columbia v. Heller. “Stand Your Ground” and “Castle Doctrine” laws in the recent Traven Martin shooting on February 26, 2012 are also applicable. Various ethical frameworks examine the firearms debate by viewing the Second Amendment from three perspectives. These include a pro-gun perspective drawing upon libertarianism and fundamental rights; a moderate gun …
Curriculum Vitae, Karen Ahmed
Curriculum Vitae, Karen Ahmed
Publications – Dreihaus College of Business
No abstract provided.
Executive Compensation: The Role Of Shari’A Compliance, William Martin, Karen Ahmed
Executive Compensation: The Role Of Shari’A Compliance, William Martin, Karen Ahmed
Publications – Dreihaus College of Business
Abstract Purpose The purpose of this paper is to illuminate issues surrounding executive compensation as it relates to current understandings of Islamic business law. Methodology We review the emerging bodies of literature in the fields of executive compensation and opinions of stock options under Shari’a law. Findings It appears that the trend in offering employee stock options as part of a Shari’a compliant compensation package is acceptable in most cases, yet because of its close association with the more problematic idea of derivative transactions, the company must be vigilant in obtaining the approval from its Shari’a Standards Board before offering …
Resume, Karen Ahmed
Collaborating With A Financial Therapist: The Why, Who, What And How, Cicily Maton, Michelle Maton, William Martin
Collaborating With A Financial Therapist: The Why, Who, What And How, Cicily Maton, Michelle Maton, William Martin
Publications – Dreihaus College of Business
Financial planning clients are seeking holistic solutions to their financial opportunities and challenges. Yet, few financial planners and mental health professionals work together to benefit clients. This article showcases a partnership between a financial therapist, trained as a psychologist, and two financial planners who have implemented an evidence-based model of financial planning drawing upon the behavioral finance, neureconomics, evolutionary psychology, and coaching literature.
The Psychology Of Money: Beyond Behavioral Finance, Cicily Maton, William Martin
The Psychology Of Money: Beyond Behavioral Finance, Cicily Maton, William Martin
Publications – Dreihaus College of Business
Behavioral finance has attracted the attention of both academics and practitioners. This article explores the roots of behavioral finance, psychology, and showns how these principles are actually used in practice.
Healthcare Could Your Organization Save Money With Complementary And Alternative Medicine?, William Martin, Hugh Long
Healthcare Could Your Organization Save Money With Complementary And Alternative Medicine?, William Martin, Hugh Long
Publications – Dreihaus College of Business
Some evidence suggests complementary and alternative medicine could reduce costs and improve efficiency while increasing patient satisfaction.
"Islamic Banking And Finance: Moral Beliefs And Business Practices At Work", Karen Ahmed
"Islamic Banking And Finance: Moral Beliefs And Business Practices At Work", Karen Ahmed
Publications – Dreihaus College of Business
The religion of Islam has existed for 1400 years but Islamic economic theory and its financial institutions emerged as an industry only in the 1970s. Islamic financial institutions (IFIs) are designed to help Muslims conduct business internationally while simultaneously upholding traditional Islamic values related to trade finance and currency movement. The basis for their existence is the Islamic moral prohibition on charging interest—interest is a central component of capitalist banking—yet IFIs conduct billions of dollars of business annually in the world economy and the de facto Islamic banking transaction is—in most cases—virtually identical to a capitalist banking transaction. Business practices …
Chicago Islamic Microfinance Project, Karen Ahmed, Cynthia Shawamreh
Chicago Islamic Microfinance Project, Karen Ahmed, Cynthia Shawamreh
Publications – Dreihaus College of Business
No abstract provided.
Where Is Islamic Finance Going? Ethical Investment Strategies, Karen Ahmed
Where Is Islamic Finance Going? Ethical Investment Strategies, Karen Ahmed
Publications – Dreihaus College of Business
No abstract provided.
What Does Islamic Finance Want To Be When It Grows Up?, Karen Ahmed
What Does Islamic Finance Want To Be When It Grows Up?, Karen Ahmed
Publications – Dreihaus College of Business
No abstract provided.
Technical Analysis: The Interface Of Rational And Irrational Decision Making, William Martin
Technical Analysis: The Interface Of Rational And Irrational Decision Making, William Martin
Publications – Dreihaus College of Business
No abstract provided.
Islamic Finance Unit Takes Bank Beyond Michigan Roots, Karen Ahmed
Islamic Finance Unit Takes Bank Beyond Michigan Roots, Karen Ahmed
Publications – Dreihaus College of Business
No abstract provided.
The Walmart Effect: Retailing Of Health Care, William Martin
The Walmart Effect: Retailing Of Health Care, William Martin
Publications – Dreihaus College of Business
No abstract provided.
Socially Responsible Investing: The United Nations Principles, William Martin
Socially Responsible Investing: The United Nations Principles, William Martin
Publications – Dreihaus College of Business
No abstract provided.
Complementary And Alternative Medicine: Opportunities And Challenges, William Martin, Hugh Long
Complementary And Alternative Medicine: Opportunities And Challenges, William Martin, Hugh Long
Publications – Dreihaus College of Business
Health care finance is complex in all sectors of the health care industry. This article highlights both the challenges and opportunities of financing and reimbursing care with a focus on CAM providers and CAM provider organizations.
Quality Models: Selecting The Best Model To Deliver Results, William Martin
Quality Models: Selecting The Best Model To Deliver Results, William Martin
Publications – Dreihaus College of Business
No abstract provided.
Managing Unmanageable Physicians: Leadership, Stewardship, And Disruptive Behavior, Tim Keogh, William Martin
Managing Unmanageable Physicians: Leadership, Stewardship, And Disruptive Behavior, Tim Keogh, William Martin
Publications – Dreihaus College of Business
Physician and health care leaders are seeking guidance and support on how to address disruptive behavior that has an impact on safety, quality, and performance. This article equips leaders with a model and process to prevent and address disruptive behavior.
Positively Influencing Physicians: The Levers Of Influence, William Martin
Positively Influencing Physicians: The Levers Of Influence, William Martin
Publications – Dreihaus College of Business
No abstract provided.