Module Information
Course Delivery
Assessment
| Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Assessment | Group Case Study Presentation | 20% |
| Semester Assessment | 2000 Word Report | 20% |
| Semester Exam | 3 Hours Examination | 60% |
| Supplementary Assessment | Group Case Study Presentation | 20% |
| Supplementary Assessment | 2,000 Word Report | 20% |
| Supplementary Exam | 3 Hours Examination | 60% |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
Understand and critically evaluate different theoretical perspectives on business ethics and to apply these into organizational contexts
Understand and critical evaluate alternative approaches to corporate social responsibility and how these can be applied by managers
To appreciate and understand the wide range of cultural and social contexts within which organizations operate and the challenges that these present for socially responsible actions and ethical decision making
To equip students with the skills to make ethical and responsible decisions as managers thought the application of conceptual frameworks to practical examples
To develop presentation and team working skills though class exercises
To improve written and verbal reasoning skills and analytical skills through the application of ethical models to ethical dilemmas and problems
Brief description
This module is designed to develop and augment the knowledge and understanding of management through ethics and corporate responsibility. It will consist of a series of lectures/workshops that focus on both ethics and corporate responsibility, combining theoretical explanation and the use of contemporary case studies to which theory can be applied to practical examples.
Aims
The aim of this module is to provide students with an in-depth understand to current business ethics and corporate responsibility thinking though conceptual framing and application of concepts to practical examples.
Content
2. Sustainability and Corporate Greening
3. Corporate Responsibility and Stakeholders
4. Biodiversity and Ecosystem services: risks and opportunities
5. Valuation of the environment
6. Policy instruments for the environment
7. Managing business ethics and corporate responsibility
8. The role of leadership in business ethics and corporate responsibility
9. Applied Ethics and Responsibility Case Study
10. Review and Revision
Module Skills
| Skills Type | Skills details |
|---|---|
| Application of Number | Analysis of company reports and other numerical data. |
| Communication | Develop communications skills including discussion and listening skills. Improve literacy skills by reading and writing about management |
| Improving own Learning and Performance | Devise and apply realistic self-learning strategies, review and monitor overall performance, be aware of time management techniques. |
| Information Technology | Use a range of commonly used software packages. Present information and data. Use email /internet appropriately and effectively. |
| Personal Development and Career planning | Students will be able to use the skills learnt in this module to enhance their career opportunities. They will also be aware of the importance of organizing and managing sources of knowledge. |
| Problem solving | Identify problems. Identify factors which might influence potential solutions. Develop creative thinking approaches to problem solving. Evaluate advantages and disadvantages of potential solutions. Construct a rational proposal in response to problem. |
| Research skills | Carry out research into current thinking in the areas of sustainability, ethics and corporate responsibility. Identify relevant source material and journal articles for assignments |
| Subject Specific Skills | Students will be aware of the importance of organizing and managing sources of knowledge and keeping up to date with the latest developments in management. |
| Team work | Understand the concept of group dynamics, contribute effectively and participate in group discussions and group presentation. |
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 7