Abstract
In this subject students explore the nature of ethics within the context of the global economy. They will develop an understanding and explore ways of ethically responding to culturally diverse ways of conducting business. Major ethical theories are studied and applied to a range of business issues, including corporate social … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
globalisation and the business environment;culture and social environments;the nature of ethics, ethical theories in western moral philosophy, and their use in dealing with ethical dilemmas in local and global contexts;issues and debates associated with the concept of corporate social responsibility and the impact this may have on society both within … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to outline ethical theories in western moral philosophy and apply them in inter and intra cultural organisational contexts;
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be able to resolve a range of real life ethical dilemmas;
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be able to describe the issues and critique the debates associated with the concept of corporate social responsibility in a global business environment;
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be able to critically reflect on the effects of climate change, ecology and the environment in a global business context;
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be able to distinguish different views of justice, and outline opposing arguments about justice and economic distribution;
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be able to critically reflect on their role as business professionals and how their future actions as business professionals can affect society in positive and negative ways.
Enrolment restrictions
Restricted to students enrolled in Study Centre and China partner programs