BUS323 Business Ethics
Description
Questions of ethics seem inextricably intertwined with business these days: Facebook and the Cambridge Analytica scandal, Wells Fargo, and Harvey Weinstein. The manager in today s workplace, whether they are in the private or public sector, needs to understand the ethical climate in which they are operating and navigate a path that allows them to acknowledge, understand, and act appropriately when faced with an ethical dilemma. This course will encourage you to prepare for the ethical challenges that you might face, through an exploration of ethical theory and the way in which personal values and ethical behaviors impact the culture of an organization. On completing this course, you will gain a greater understanding of how ethical principles relate to organizations within which they operate and how the perception of ethics can impact an organization in terms of reputation, functioning, and performance.
Prerequisites
This course does not require any prerequisites.
Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC)
This is a Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) course helping to reduce student costs and increase access to learning materials. The Business Ethics | OpenStax links directly to the required resource for this course. Check your syllabus for more information.
Sections
| Term Dates | Term & Duration | Format |
|---|---|---|
| January 5, 2026 to March 1, 2026 | Spring I - 8 Week | Online |
| March 2, 2026 to April 26, 2026 | Spring II - 8 Week | Online |
| May 4, 2026 to June 28, 2026 | Summer I - 8 Week | Online |
| June 29, 2026 to August 23, 2026 | Summer II - 8 Week | Online |
