Public Policies and Workplace Issues

A collection of flashcards covering key concepts of public policies, corporate political strategies, workplace issues, employee rights, and cybersecurity.

Public policy

Laws, rules, and actions taken by the government that affect businesses and society.

Economic policies

Policies that affect business operations, including taxes, trade, and interest rates.

Social policies

Policies designed to protect people, such as healthcare, education, and safety laws.

Regulatory policies

Policies that control business behavior through regulations like environmental laws and workplace safety.

Regulations

Rules created by government agencies to enforce laws, requiring businesses to comply.

Regulators

Agencies that enforce laws and oversee industries, e.g., SEC, EPA, FDA, OSHA.

Corporate political strategy

Actions businesses take to influence government decisions.

Information Strategy

Providing information to policymakers through lobbying, expert testimony, and direct communication.

Financial-Incentives Strategy

Using money to influence decisions, including campaign contributions and PACs.

Constituency-Building Strategy

Building public and group support through public relations and advocacy.

Lobbying

Direct communication with government officials to influence laws and regulations.

Dark Money

Political spending with hidden sources, often reducing transparency in elections.

Revolving Door

The movement between government jobs and business or lobbying roles, raising concerns about conflicts of interest.

Employee Privacy

The extent to which employers monitor employee communications and activities, affecting employee rights.

Workplace Safety

Regulated by OSHA; employers must ensure safe working conditions and proper training.

Whistle-Blowing

Reporting illegal or unethical actions within a company, often protected by law.

Workplace Diversity

Laws that protect against discrimination based on race, gender, religion, age, or disability.

Sexual Harassment

Includes quid pro quo and hostile work environment; employers must take action to address it.

E-Business

Using the internet for buying/selling (e-commerce) and communication.

Cybercrime

Illegal access to systems and data, including types like phishing and ransomware.

Artificial Intelligence in Cybersecurity

AI can help detect threats, but hackers can also use AI to mimic behavior and avoid detection.

Government Efforts for Cybersecurity

Laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR), along with international cooperation to protect data.