ECW1103

Ethics, economy and society

(BUS)

Dr Shirley Richardson

6 points + Three-hour lecture/workshop per week + Distance, approximately 12 hours per week + Second semester + Gippsland, South Africa

Synopsis: Economy and society, the basis of ethics, the key concepts of ethics, methodology and theory of ethics. The macro approach to role morality, the role and responsibility of government, the role and responsibility of business. The role of professional responsibility - whistleblowing and any current ethical topic which may occur during the semester.

Assessment: Assignments: 30% + Examination (3 hours): 70%