ECW1103

Ethics, economy and society (6 points)

(BUS)

Leader: Dr Shirley Richardson

Offered:
Berwick First semester 2003 (Day)
Gippsland Second semester 2003 (Day)
Gippsland Second semester 2003 (OCL)
Perth Second semester 2003 (Day)
Singapore Second semester 2003 (OCL)
Berwick Second semester 2004 (Day)
Gippsland Second semester 2004 (Day)
Gippsland Second semester 2004 (OCL)
Perth Second semester 2004 (Day)
Singapore Second semester 2004 (OCL)

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%

Contact Hours: Three-hour lecture/workshop per week