Introduction to philosophy : definition, nature and scope, concept, branches Origin of Ethics Ethics: definition, moral philosophy, nature of moral judgments and reactions. Theories of Ethics (Utilitarian Theory, Right Theory & Casuist Theory) Benefit of Ethics Freedom in ethical discourse

1. PROFESSIONAL ETHICS &
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
MODULE I
By Dr. Nancy Girdhar
Philosophy and Ethics

2. Books and References
Text:
• John R Boatright, “Ethics and the Conduct of Business”, Pearson Education,
New Delhi, 2003
• Edmund G Seebauer and Robert L Barry, “Fundametals of Ethics for
Scientists and Engineers”, Oxford University Press, Oxford, 2001
References:
• Laura P. Hartman and Joe Desjardins, “Business Ethics: Decision Making for
Personal Integrity and Social Responsibility” Mc Graw Hill education, India Pvt.
Ltd. New Delhi 2013.
• A Global Standard for Professional Ethics: Cross-Border Business Concerns By
Allen, Catherine; Bunting, Robert Journal of Accountancy, Vol. 205, No. 5, May
2008

3. Topics Covered In This Presentation
After studying this module, you will be able to explain the
following topics:
 Introduction to philosophy : definition, nature and scope, concept, branches
 Origin of Ethics
 Ethics: definition, moral philosophy, nature of moral judgments and reactions.
 Theories of Ethics (Utilitarian Theory, Right Theory & Casuist Theory)
 Benefit of Ethics
 Freedom in ethical discourse

5. A professional code of ethics sets a
standard for which each member of the
profession can be expected to meet.
It is a promise to act in a manner that protects
the public's well-being.
A professional code of ethics informs the
public what to expect of one's doctor, lawyer,
accountant, or property manager.

6. Philosophy is the
study of general
and fundamental
questions about
existence,
knowledge, values,
reason, mind, and
language.

9. VAME Concept
• Values
• Attitude
• Morals
• Ethics

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