This study used a two-dimensional theoretical typology of
ethical climates. The first dimension represents the ethical
criteria used for organizational decision making (e.g., egoism).
The second dimension represents the locus of analysis used
as a referent in ethical decisions (e.g., individual interest).
Cross-tabulation of the two dimensions results in nine theoretical
ethical climate types, as shown in Figure 1. The underlying
rationale for these types is presented below.