In 300-500 words, read and complete the below case study. Use APA formatting to cite any referenced material.

After the hotel general manager and his department heads have produced the budget for next year, the general manager decides to change some of the figures to produce a $10,000 higher profit. The general manager plans to use this changed budget to convince the hotels owner that the managers request for a $5,000 increase in salary is justified. Discuss the ethics of this situation.