BUSA 3306 Applied Ethics

Students will examine a variety of personal, social and professional ethical issues and problems in a seminar setting. The course will emphasize current events, and promote the development of critical thinking skills and sound ethical reasoning.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

none

Typically Offered

Athens Campus: fall evening — Demorest Campus: fall day, fall evening, spring day — Online: summer

Student Learning Outcomes

At the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Explain how corporate culture influences ethical decision making.
2. Explain why ethics is important in business and why ethical responsibilities go beyond compliance with laws and regulations.
3. Have a basic knowledge of the fundamental concepts and principles of business ethics.
4. Recognize and address the common ethical dilemmas occurring at all levels of a business organization, including management, marketing, finance, information technology, and accounting.
5. Have a sense of confidence in their ability to recognize, analyze and resolve ethical dilemmas.