A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK AND A PROJECT PROPOSITION OF ETHICAL BEHAVIOUR AT THE WORKPLACE: SCHOOLS IN THE STATE OF KUWAIT

The purpose: The purpose of this research is to present a conceptual framework of ethical behaviour at the workplace applicable to the education system of Kuwait. More specifically, the paper will elaborate on the factors influencing ethical behaviour at the workplace in Kuwait. The proposed conceptual framework of ethical behaviour was developed by adapting several theories and models. Design, Methodology, and approach: This research will utilize sequential exploratory mixed methods design; the research involves two sequential stages, qualitative and quantitative stages. The data will be collected by means of face-to-face and semi-structured interviews such as in depth interviews and group interviews, followed by a questionnaire survey. The respondents represent teachers working in the Kuwaiti schools. Findings: The research expects to find a significant relationship between the independent variables and the dependent variable. Ethical behaviour is a huge topic, and a number of factors influence ethical behaviour. The study reflects work in progress. At this stage, an initial model will be presented which is suggested to be validated in the following empirical research stages Originality and Value of the Research : To the knowledge of the authors, this type of research is going to be conducted for the first time in the private and public schools in the state of Kuwait. The empirical study is looking to differentiate conceptual ethical behavior model valid for education system in Kuwait and attempts to reinforce ethical behaviour and combat the widespread unethical behavior in Kuwait as wasta.