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AC203 Governance and Ethics

DESCRIPTION

This unit is designed to introduce students to the fundamental principles of business ethics and corporate

governance. The unit specifically aims to provide the relevant exposure to ethical principles and applications

through a range of organisations taking into account cultural aspects. Primarily the unit deals with understanding and formulating solutions to ensure that the ethical aspects of a business are relevant and appropriate in the global aspect. It will also provide an understanding and guidance towards developing good ethical programs for businesses and facilitation of ethical leadership.


RELEVANT COURSES

Bachelor of Accounting* 


*Core unit


CREDIT POINTS

10


DELIVERY MODE

On campus


PREREQUISITE OR CO-REQUISITE

AC101 Accounting I


UNIT LEARNING OUTCOMES

LO1 Apply the fundamental principles of business ethics and corporate governance in a range of contexts

LO2 Analyse ethical decision-making issues at the individual, group, and organisational levels

LO3 Practice ethical decision-making using appropriate strategies and models in a given context

LO4 Formulate solutions to ethical problems in organisations using effective ethics programs

LO5 Discuss and debate business ethics in a culturally diverse global environment

LO6 Synthesise a position for a given ethical problem based on values and knowledge of ethical behaviour across cultures


CONTENT

  • The importance of business ethics

  • Understanding stakeholder relationships, social responsibility and corporate governance

  • What are the emerging business ethics issues

  • The institutionalisation of business ethics

  • Ethical decision making and ethical leadership

  • Morals, philosophies, and values

  • The role of ethical culture and relationships in organisations

  • Developing an effective ethics program

  • Managing and controlling ethics programs

  • Importance of ethical leadership

  • Business ethics in a global economy

  • Importance of ethical and social responsibility dimensions in view of sustainability


ASSESSMENT METHODS

1. Literature Review/Group Discussion/Peer Assessment - 20%

2. Written Assessment - 30%

3. Exam - 50%


PRESCRIBED READINGS

Ferrell, O.C., Fraedrich, J. and Ferrell, L. (2019). Business Ethics: Ethical Decision Making and Cases (12th ed.). Mason: USA


Check with the lecturer each semester before purchasing any textbooks

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