Ethical Leadership

Ethical Leadership: A Primer, 2nd Edition provides an introductory textbook examination of moral decision-making and leadership models. Written by Robert M. McManus, Stanley J. Ward, and Alexandra K. Perry, this volume guides upper-level students studying leadership through core concepts of personal self-awareness and organizational ethics.

The second edition introduces dedicated chapters addressing the ethics of care as well as toxic leadership. Across these subjects, the authors apply a unified case framework built upon the Five Components of Leadership Model, giving readers a structured method to evaluate leadership behaviors.

This design supports upper-level leadership courses by connecting abstract leadership models with structured situational analysis. It assists both university students and active professionals who seek to improve their understanding of self-awareness and ethical decision-making within organizational environments.