ETHICS 129FCS - Acting Globally, Thinking Normatively

Institution:

Duke University

Subject:

Study of Ethics

Description:

Examines how normative ethical & political theories might help us think more clearly about rights, obligations, and justice in a global context. Also looks into the limitations of some of these theories (originally developed for more local contexts). Particular focus on ethical challenges raised by international commerce. Do multinational corporations have obligations to maintain standards over and above those required by local regulations? How do we determine what these obligations and standards are? What duties do citizens and consumers in a corporation¿s home country have to compel more responsible corporate behavior abroad? Instructor: Norman

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Seminar

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Institution Website:

WWW.DUKE.EDU

Phone Number:

(919) 684-8111

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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