Business Ethics
Business Ethics
Module Coordinator/Lecturers
Study Programmes
Master's degree programme in Innovative Finance
Project Description
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of business ethics, focusing on theory, principles, and worldviews. It explores the role of ethical leadership, corporate ethics, and professional conduct standards. The course also covers important industry codes of ethics and standards of professional conduct. Through interactive lectures and case discussions, students will gain insights into the ethical challenges faced by finance professionals. Key topics covered are:
- Theory, principles, and world-views on ethics
- The ethical leader: self-mastery and ethics, mind-sets
- Corporate ethics: shared values, professionalism
- Industry codes of ethics and professional conduct
- Ethical dilemmas
- Professionalism in finance
- Standards of professional conduct
- Learning Outcomes
Teaching Method
Interactive Lecture
Learning Results
After successful completion of the course, students will
Professional competence
Methodological competence
Social competence
Personal Competence:
Professional competence
- understand the origins, discipline, and business case of ethics.
- apply ethical principles in business scenarios.
- valuate the impact of ethics on financial decision-making.
Methodological competence
- discuss ethical dilemmas in the corporate context.
- analyse cases involving ethical challenges.
- evaluate different ethical frameworks.
Social competence
- familiarize with standards of professionalism.
- communicate ethical standards effectively.
- collaborate in discussions about ethical issues.
Personal Competence:
- develop self-mastery and ethical mind-sets.
- reflect on personal ethical beliefs and values.
Assessment Methods
Participation (20%), Written exam (80%); Attendance is mandatory (80%)