Organizational Ethics

3 credits · School of Public Policy

Explores the roles of personal and societal values and ethics in the conduct of various types of organizations' operations. Topics include exploration of individual ethics, values and goals; ethical behavior within organizations, influences on internal and external customers, work products, and the occupational environment; exploration of the values, ethics, and beliefs upon which the free market system of production and exchange is built; exploration of individual roles as well as the appropriate roles of organizations and government in society. Will examine a variety of organizations including government, healthcare, research, not-for-profit, and for-profit illustrations. Mix of interactive presentations, small group work, and individual reflection. Instructor consent required.