Ethics Cases in Knowledge Capital Ownership and Stewardship

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Authors: Jelina Haines, Norman Mooradian, Benjamin Anyacho, Cynthia Hilsinger, Malgorzata Zieba
DOI: 10.1108/978-1-83753-882-920261013
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References: 11

Abstract

In this chapter, the authors identify common forms of unethical knowledge ownership, including non-compete agreements, knowledge theft, false claims of ownership, failure to inform, and knowledge absorption. Each form is supported by one or more ethical stories drawn from the authors’ experiences and the popular press.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Ethics in Business and Education Academic integrity and plagiarism Intellectual Capital and Performance Analysis

Publication details

Journal / source
Emerald Group Publishing Limited eBooks
Pages
215–225
Publication date
16 February 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter