This course introduces students to the ethical issues and problems (national and international) that arise in workplace, professional, and organizational settings. Helps students identify and solve these problems within the framework of ethical theory. May include topics such as: negotiation, sexual harassment, comparable worth, whistle-blowing, and the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees.
By the end of this course, students will be able to...
1. Identify and articulate ethical issues that may arise in a variety of practice settings and organizational contexts;
2. Apply a variety of theories and frameworks to ethical problem solving;
3. Identify personal and professional values relevant to ethical decision making;
4. Locate, analyze, and apply professional codes of ethics; and
5. Apply critical thinking skills to ethical analysis and decision making in ethical case studies and professional settings.
