This course covers theoretical and pragmatic approaches to business practices as a starting point for an on-going exploration into contemporary and critical management concepts. Students will explore the ethical issues that arise as organizations operate in a globalized and inter-connected economy. We will apply general management theory, ethical analysis, and critical approaches to a variety of case studies across different industries and global regions.
Code
BA5012
Name
MANAGEMENT ETHICS AND THEORY
Credits
4
Pre-requisites
Major=MSc: International Management OR Major=MSc: Int'l Mgmt (NGO & Mission-Based Track) OR Major=MSc: Int'l Mgmt (Sustainability Systems Track)
Co-requisites
None
Can be taken twice for credit?
No
Discipline
BA (Business)
Level
Graduate
Type
Regular
CAMS ID
3164
Last update with CAMS
Understand and apply various philosophical, conceptual, and pragmatic approaches to ethical and managerial decision-making in a variety of business and organizational contexts.
Demonstrate the ability to apply theoretical frameworks to ethical and management challenges, while recognizing the limitations of these frameworks.
Assess the main psychological, social, and personal components and explanations for unethical or self-interested managerial behavior.
Understand the concepts and diverse applications of Corporate Social Responsibility, Sustainability, and Mission-Based Management and take a critical approach to claims made under these titles and the resulting practices.
Understand the general ethical issues faced by businesses, government and NGO’s in various industries, cultures, and fields of professional practice.
Demonstrate the ability to facilitate effective and meaningful discussions on business ethics, CSR, sustainability and other related topics.
Term Code Name
Fall 2020 BA5012 MANAGEMENT ETHICS AND THEORY
Fall 2021 BA5012 MANAGEMENT ETHICS AND THEORY