PHL 118 - Business Ethics

Institution:

University of Rochester

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Description:

This course studies business ethics and the social responsibility of business organizations. It is designed to inform decision-making about ethical challenges arising in business. We will begin by looking at the place of business ethics in a competitive economy and by discussing fundamental questions about the moral responsibility of business corporations. Next we will explore the responsibilities of business corporations vis-à-vis clients, customers and employees. We will discuss issues such as professional conflicts of interest resulting from multiple business roles, information disclosure in advertising, fairness in sales practices and in hiring and treating employees. Then we will address ethical issues faced by individuals in business organizations, including the complex nature of managerial responsibilities, whistle-blowing, and organizational ethics. Finally, we will look at corporate responsibility in the international and domestic context.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rochester.edu

Phone Number:

(888) 822-2256

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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