ETHICAL E-BEHAVIOR: AN EXAMINATION OF COVID-19 PANDEMIC EFFECTS

Unethical behavior is a challenge for educators and the business community, especially given the availability of electronic technology. As a result, this longitudinal study was undertaken to extend previous research that empirically examined the cheating practices of undergraduate business students, our future business leaders, and in particular, if the COVID-19 pandemic has affected behavior. Findings suggest that several unethical behaviors increased at the onset of the pandemic. Fortunately, relative to the five-year trend, results suggest that behavior is improving with respect to the volume of unethical behavioral incidences. Finally, results demonstrate gender differences with respect to participation.. Overall, findings imply that although progress has been made, continued student education in ethics should be promoted.