BUSINESS ETHICS SPPU MBA SECOND SEM

Syllabus

Course Code: GE 14

 Business Ethics

Unit 1: Introduction to Business Ethics: Definition and scope of business ethics, importance of ethics in business, historical development of business ethics, key ethical theories and philosophies (utilitarianism, deontology, virtue ethics), distinction between ethics, morals, and values, relevance of ethics in contemporary business environments.

Unit 2: Ethical Decision Making in Business: Frameworks for ethical decision making, stages of moral development (Kohlberg's theory), factors influencing ethical decision making (individual, organizational, societal), tools and techniques for ethical analysis, role of ethical leadership, ethical issues in various business functions (marketing, finance, HR, operations).

Unit 3: Corporate Governance and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Concepts and principles of corporate governance, role of boards of directors and executives, importance of transparency and accountability, codes of conduct and ethical guidelines, definition and significance of CSR, approaches to CSR (philanthropy, sustainability, shared value), impact of CSR on business performance and society.

Unit 4: Ethical Issues in Global Business: Cross-cultural ethical issues and challenges, ethical implications of

globalization, international business ethics standards (e.g., UN Global Compact, OECD Guidelines), ethical practices in international trade and investment, role of multinational corporations in promoting ethical practices, case studies of global business ethics issues.

Unit 5: Promoting Ethical Culture in Organizations: Strategies for fostering an ethical culture, role of ethical training and development, importance of ethical codes and policies, whistleblowing and protection for whistleblowers, methods for monitoring and enforcing ethical standards, case studies of organizations with strong ethical cultures, benefits of maintaining high ethical standards.