Doing the Right Thing: A Guide to Good Business Ethics

Course Overview

Good ethics are good business. Yet sometimes we all struggle to do the right thing in the workplace. Maybe we feel stressed or overwhelmed, and the easier option becomes more attractive. We could also be afraid to speak up – or just unsure what the ethical decision would be.

In this course, you’ll learn what business ethics are and why they’re important. Then, you’ll get seven principles to guide your ethical behavior at work. Finally, you’ll explore a few of the most common ethical pitfalls in the workplace and how to avoid them.

Unique Features of the Course

• Interactive Course
• Scenario(s)
• Video(s)
• Knowledge Check(s)
• Quiz

Table to Content

FUNDAMENTALS

• What Are Business Ethics and Why Are They Important?
• 7 Universal Principles for Ethical Behavior
• Overcoming Rationalizations to Make Ethical Decisions

COMMON ETHICAL ISSUES

• Appropriate Use of Company Assets
• Plagiarism and How to Avoid It
• Minimizing Gossip in the Workplace
• Witnessing and Reporting Unethical Behavior
• Do’s and Don’ts

SUMMARY

• Summary
• Quiz

Intended audience

This course is intended for undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as working professionals from all streams/departments/functions.