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Does a company have any obligation to help solve social problems such as poverty, pollution, and urban decay? What ethical responsibilities should a multinational corporation assume in foreign countries? What obligation does a manufacturer have to the consumer with respect to product defects and safety? These are just a few of the issues that make the study of business ethics important and challenging. This course examines economic activity using ethics as a framework.

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The syllabus linked here is a sample only and dates and materials listed in it may vary from your actual class. Classes open one week prior to the official start date.

Current & Upcoming Offerings

Spring 2025

Section: 840

Dates: 03/24/2025 - 05/09/2025

Instructor(s):

Books/Materials:

  • Managing Business Ethics: Straight Talk about How to Do It Right (by Trevino  •  Published by Wiley  •  8th Edition  •  ISBN: 978-1119711018)
  • See note below for further course material information.

Notes:

For Unit 1 assignment, you will need to purchase The Ethical Self through EthicsGame online. Details and access link will be provided in the syllabus when the class opens.

Spring 2026

Section: 840

Dates: 03/23/2026 - 05/08/2026