Business Ethics in the 21st Century

Ethical decisions in business are everywhere. Organizations have learned that the costs of unethical actions can be high, both legally, and from a public relations perspective. This course introduces the major ethical frameworks in business and seeks to give learners a strong foundation in ethical business practices, whether as individuals, as a leaders, or as stewards of the organization. This course reviews how organizations can establish and encourage an ethical culture while monitoring for compliance.

Credits

1IACET CEUs
10HRCI Credits
10SHRM PDCs
10ATD CI Credits
10PMI PDUs:
- 2.25Ways of Working PDUs
- 2.5Power Skills PDUs
- 5.25Business Acumen PDUs

Accreditations

Learning Outcomes

Describe the major ethical frameworks used in developing business ethics
Explain the three components of the Ethical Triangle: Individual Ethics, Leadership Ethics, and Governance and Control
Discuss key ethical challenges in the workplace
Describe the use of organizational ethics codes
Outline the ethical issues involved in the employer-employee relationship including Employment at Will, due process and fairness
Discuss the use of ethics training
Explain how organizations monitor ethical performance
Describe the relationship between Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and ethics
Outline issues involving corporate governance
Explain how sustainability is an ethical concern
Discuss ethics and the regulatory environment (Sarbanes-Oxley Act; U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act)
Explain the issues around whistleblowing
Describe the role of leadership in establishing an ethical culture

What people say about this course

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Gloria B.

The Case Studies were challenging and made me think particularly on the level of my own work experiences. I appreciate that.
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Whitney G.

I would highly recommend this course to any business person at any level. Clear, tangible concepts and excellent case studies.