Business & IT
Whistleblowing and Sarbanes-Oxley Due
Describe the key characteristics of a whistleblower, and briefly summarize one (1) researched instance of
whistleblowing in one (1) publicly traded company within the last 12 months. Include the details of the issue that
the whistleblower reported and the effect of the whistleblower’s actions on both the whistleblower himself and the
company.
Decide whether or not the whistleblower was justified in reporting the company’s actions. Provide a rationale for
your response.
Examine the extent to which the whistleblower would be protected under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
Determine the underlying causes for passage of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and determine protections afforded to
whistleblowers.
Use technology and information resources to research issues in law, ethics, and corporate governance.
Write clearly and concisely about law, ethics, and corporate governance using proper writing mechanics.