Did those in leadership positions at Wells Fargo possess the qualities of an ethical leader?
You already read the Wells Fargo: Setting the Stagecoach Thundering Again case (see attached) and
identified the key facts in the case. For this assignment, you will discuss in small groups the case in more
detail, including recommendations and solutions for the problems you identified.
Instructions
Answer the following questions in 1-2 pages total.
- Did those in leadership positions at Wells Fargo possess the qualities of an ethical leader? Why
or why not? - What changes should the new CEO make to restore the reputation of the bank and continue the
trajectory of improved financial performance? - How do the concepts from the rest of the course apply to this case?
Answer the following questions
There is no page length requirement for these questions. You should explain your answers with enough
detail to demonstrate your understanding of the case study. - What is the major overriding issue in this case?
• In order words, what major question or issue does this case address that merits its study
as Ethics in leadership/Ethical leadership?
• Some things to consider: a) Have the basic problem(s) been identified or are these
symptoms? b) If more than one problem presents itself in the case, have I selected the
most important issue? c) Am I putting myself in the manager’s shoes and looking toward
future actions? - What are the 3-5 most important facts of the case or points to consider in relation to the
problem?
• Present a brief listing of the key facts. Do not rehash the case, just identify the key facts. - What topics from class are most relevant to this case and why?
• Present a brief explanation of the topics from the class that are most relevant to this
case. Be specific.
