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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2019 - 2020
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Description This module provides a self-reflective and systematic approach to the design and implementation of an effective ethics corporate culture, underpinned by appropriate codes, procedures, training and review. Participants will analyse their own specific contribution, as business leaders, and will consider the building of an ethics culture where there may be integral tensions among the leadership team, leading to a range of outcomes from cognitive dissonance to successful implementation. Specific cases will be reviewed. Stakeholder Theory, Shareholder Concept and Agency Theory will be examined and the role of the business professions and of whistleblowing will inform the discourse. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Learning Outcomes 1. Demonstrate a systematic understanding of the principles that sustain the building of a sound corporate ethics culture, underpinned by tailored policies and procedures. 2. Understand the specific issues to be considered in a global market and/or in dealing with a multi-cultural workforce. 3. Apply the knowledge and competencies acquired in previous and co-terminous modules in developing an understanding of the tension between moral agency and externally generated codes and regulations. 4. Understand the issues surrounding corporate whistleblowing. 5. Apply reflective learning to an understanding of the learner’s own contribution to the building and implementation of good corporate ethical culture. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Learning Activities Introduction to the ModuleConstruction of an ethical culture – fundamental foundationsUnderstanding of the learner’s own frameworkphilosophical background, corporate culture, significant influencers, influence of culture, empathy, dissonance.Regulation v. Behaviour – ethics integrative to Corporate GovernanceStakeholder v. ShareholderDealing in global businessProfessionals in business – a different ethic?Psychopathic behaviourWhistleblowingSpecific ethics guidelines available | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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