The Role of Human Resource in Ethics and Compliance Programs

Abstract

Ethics and compliance programs are significantly important for companies and business organizations. That is because they stipulate the regulations that the companies must follow in order to operate lawfully. Failure to adhere to the ethics and compliance regulations may spell doom for a business. For instance, it may lead to litigation issues. Companies may also damage their public images by engaging in unethical behavior. As such, organizations must try their best to ensure employees are compliant. The human resource department is often in a suitable position to ensure compliance. That is because they manage employees, and influence employee behavior. The aim of this study is to prove that human resource departments can promote adherence to ethics and compliance programs. Through the use of a qualitative study in the form of a literature review, the research proves that human resource departments have significant control over compliance. That is because they can influence employee behavior in a variety of ways as well as regulate the recruitment process. As a result, they can create an environment that favors compliance that is filled with individuals with a keen interest in working professionally.