Pb503 business ethics

RESTRICTED PB503 Business Ethics

POLYTECHNICS
MINISTRY OF HIGHER EDUCATION MALAYSIA
DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

COURSE : PB503 BUSINESS ETHICS

INSTRUCTIONAL DURATION : 15 WEEKS

CREDIT(S) : 3

PREREQUISITE(S) : NONE

SYNOPSIS

BUSINESS ETHICS is about relationships, values, justice, and culture (personal,
professional, corporate, national and global). It also provides a basic framework for
examining the range of ethical issues arising from a business context. This course also
discusses on the issues of right and wrong actions or decisions from all levels of
decision making. It also explains ethical leadership, employee responsibilities, diversity
and globalization.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:

1. write between ethic, law, value and culture in real practice
2. use holistically theories of business ethics in real situation
3. elaborate properly employer corporate social responsibility and leadership in real
world
4. analyse critically diversity and international business in real practice
5. present creatively ethical issues of given case studies via group

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SUMMARY (45 LECTURE: 15 TUTORIAL)

RTA
1.0 CONCEPT OF ETHICS, VALUES AND MORALITY (03 : 01)
Differences in ethics, laws, values morality and social ethics and the
importance of studying business ethics

2.0 ETHICAL THEORIES IN BUSINESS (06 : 02)
Basic categories and concepts of ethical theories which consist
consequential and non- consequential perspectives

3.0 CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (06 : 02)
Models of corporate social responsibilities based on classical model
and stakeholder model

CORPORATE CULTURE, GOVERNANCE AND ETHICAL
4.0 (06 : 02)
LEADERSHIP
Corporate culture, ethical decision making and ethical leadership,
and how corporate culture affects ethical decision making in
business activities

5.0 THE VALUE OF WORK AND EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITIES (06 : 02)
Nature and range of employee and managerial responsibilities, and
conflict of interest concept

6.0 DIVERSITY AND DESCRIMINATION (06 : 02)
Concepts of diversity, equality, discrimination and the range of
issues raised by a diverse workforce

7.0 MORAL CHOICE FACING EMPLOYEES (06 : 02)
Abuse of official position by employees.

8.0 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND GLOBALIZATION (06 : 02)
Range of ethical issues arising from global context and application of
human rights to international business.

RTA : Recommended Time Allocation



SYLLABUS

1.0 CONCEPTS OF ETHICS, VALUES AND MORALITY
1.1 Differentiate between ethic, value and morality
1.1.1 Define ethics and ethos
1.1.2 Describe value and ethics: doing good and doing well
1.1.3 Differentiate differences between business ethics and the laws
1.1.4 Explain the nature and goals of business ethics.
1.1.5 Explain why study business ethics is important
1.1.6 Determine between morality, virtues and social ethics

2.0 ETHICAL THEORIES AND BUSINESS
2.1 Understand ethical theory and business
2.1.1 Explain ethical relativism and reasoning in ethics.

2.2 Understand consequentialist perspective
2.2.1 Define egoism.
2.2.2 Discuss utilitarianism
2.2.3 Explain Kant’s ethics
2.2.4 Recommend best ethic practice.

2.3 Understand non-consequentialist perspectives.
2.3.1 Explain prima facie obligations
2.3.2 Explain assisting others
2.3.3 Discuss moral rights
2.3.4 Justify critical inquiries of non-consequentialism.

3.0 CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
3.1 Learn the Concept of Corporate Social Responsibility
3.1.1 Explain the utilitarian and rights-based justifications for the
classical model of corporate social responsibility
3.1.2 Generalize how classical model is extended and developed
through a moral minimum
3.1.3 Elaborate the stakeholder model of corporate social
responsibility
3.1.4 Elaborate the ethical foundations of the stakeholder model.

4.0 CORPORATE CULTURE, GOVERNANCE AND ETHICAL LEADERSHIP
4.1 Understand corporate culture, governance & ethical leadership
4.1.1 Define corporate culture
4.1.2 Describe how corporate culture impacts ethical decision making
4.1.3 Discuss the role of corporate leadership in establishing the
culture
4.1.4 Determine between effective leaders and ethical leaders



5.0 THE VALUE OF WORK AND EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITIES
5.1 Understand the meaning and value of work
5.1.1 Discuss the goals and values of career and workplace decision
5.1.2 Explain the variety of meanings and values attributed to work

5.2 Understand Employee Responsibilities
5.2.1 Explain the nature and range of employee’s responsibilities.
5.2.2 Explain the agency view of employee’s responsibilities.
5.2.3 Explain managerial responsibilities.
5.2.4 Summarize responsibilities of employees

5.3 Learn about self interest and conflict of interests.
5.3.1 Define self interest and moral obligation.
5.3.2 Describe the concept of conflict of interest
5.3.3 Elaborate on the effects of conflict of interest.

6.0 DIVERSITY AND DISCRIMINATION
6.1 Understand diversity and discrimination.
6.1.1 Define diversity, equality, discrimination, affirmative action and
preferential treatment.
6.1.2 Describe a range of ethical issues raised by a diverse workforce.
6.1.3 Explain workplace discrimination.
6.1.4 Evaluate the ethical basis of equal opportunity and affirmative
action.
6.1.5 Evaluate the ethical arguments for and against preferential
treatment in a work place.

7.0 MORAL CHOICE FACING EMPLOYEES
7.1 Understand moral choices facing employees.
7.1.1 Define abuse of official position, bribes, kickbacks, gifts and
entertainment.
7.1.2 Discuss the obligations to third parties

7.2 Learn about Whistle blowing.
7.2.1 Define what is Whistle blowing.
7.2.2 Explain what motivates whistle blowers.
7.2.3 Evaluate when whistle blowing is justified.

8.0 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND GLOBALIZATION
8.1 Understand International business and globalization.
8.1.1 Discuss the range of ethical issues arising from a global
business context.
8.1.2 Describe the application of human rights to international
business.
8.1.3 Explain the ethical issues involved in globalization.



ASSESSMENT

TYPES OF ASSESSMENT

The course assessment is carried out in two sections:

i. Continuous Assessment - (CA)
ii. Final Examination - (FE)

The percentage ratio of FE to CA should follow the guidelines stated in the
Arahan-Arahan Peperiksaan dan Kaedah Penilaian which is approved by
the Lembaga Peperiksaan dan Penganugerahan Sijil/Diploma Politeknik.

CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT (CA):
[ The total score of the CA components will be converted to determined the CA
percentage ]

Continuous assessment is carried out throughout the semester and
comprises the following:
a. Quiz (minimum 3) 20%
b. Test (minimum 1) 20%
c. Other Assessment Task
i. End-of Chapter (minimum 2) 15%
ii. Case Study (minimum 2) 20%
iii. Project (minimum 1) 10%
iv. Presentation (minimum 1) 10%
v. Peer Assessment 5%

FINAL EXAMINATION (FE):

Final examination is carried out at the end of the semester.

Note: 1. Refer to Assessment Specification Table (AST) for the details
2. The percentage of Continuous Assessment may vary depending in courses



ASSESSMENT SPECIFICATION TABLE (AST)
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOME (CLO)
1. write between ethic, law, value and culture in real practice.
2. use holistically theories of business ethics in real situation.
3. elaborate properly employer corporate social responsibility and leadership in real world
4. analyse critically diversity and international business in real practice.
5. present creatively ethical issues of given case studies via group

ASSESSMENT TASK
CLO Peer Final Examination
CONTEXT CONSTRUCT Quiz Test End-of Chapter Case Study Presentation
Assessment Objective Essay
1 2 3 4 5 L M H L M H L M H L M H L M H L M H L M H L M H
CONCEPT OF ETHICS, Concept of ethic, value and
√ 1 1 1 1
VALUES AND MORALITY morality
Ethical theory and business √ 1 1 1
ETHICAL THEORIES IN Consequentialist theories. √ 1 1 1
1
BUSINESS
Non-consequentialist perspectives. √ 1 1 1
CORPORATE SOCIAL
Corporate Social Responsibility √ 2 1 1 1 1
RESPONSIBILITIES
CORPORATE CULTURE,
Corporate culture, governance &
GOVERNANCE AND ETHICAL √ 3 2 1 1 1
ethical leadership
LEADERSHIP
Meaning and value of work √ 1 1 1
THE VALUE OF WORK AND
EMPLOYEE Employee Responsibilities. √ 1 1 1 1 1 1
RESPONSIBILITIES Self interest and conflict of
√ 1 1 1 1
interests
DIVERSITY AND
Diversity and discrimination. √ 2 1 1 1 1
DESCRIMINATION

MORAL CHOICE FACING Moral choices facing employees. √ 1 1 1 1
1
EMPLOYEES
Whistle blowing. √ 1 1 1

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS International business and
√ 1 1
AND GLOBALIZATION globalization.

TOTAL 5 3 2 3 2 1 2 2 1 1 12 8 5 5 3 2

RATIO 5 3 2 5 3 2 RUBRIC RUBRIC RUBRIC RUBRIC 5 3 1 5 3 2
2 2 1 1 25 3
Legend
L - Low 5 50% of the questions can be answered correctly by more than 60% of the candidates
M - Medium 3 30% of the questions can be answered correctly by more than 40% but less than 60% of the candidates

Context
H - High 2 20% of the questions can be answered correctly by less than 40% of the candidates



REFERENCES

Andrew Ghillyer. (2008). Business Ethics : A Real World Approach. Mc Graw Hill, New
York

Colin Fisher, Alan Lovell. (2009). Business Ethics and values : Individual, Corporate
and International Perspectives. Prentice Hall (3rd) Edition. England

Joseph Desjardins. (2009). An Introduction to Business Ethics. McGraw Hill (3rd)
Edition, Singapore

Shaw, William H. (2008). Business Ethics. McGraw Hill (6th) Edition. USA

Steiner & Steiner. (2009) Business Goverment and Society, Managerial Perspective
McGraw Hill (12th) Edition, Singapore.



DISTRIBUTION OF STUDENT LEARNING TIME

COURSE : BUSINESS ETHICS
CREDIT : 3

No. Activities CODE SLT

1 Lecture [ 3 hour(s) x 15 week(s) ] L 45
- Lecture hours [√]
- Assessment Task
Lecture Test/Quiz [ √ ]

2 Self Learning: Lecture [ 3 hour(s) x 15 week(s) ] I 45
- Preparation before lecture class viz. review/download lesson notes. [√]
- Preparation after lecture class viz. additional references, discussion [√]
-
Preparation for lecture test. [√]

3 Practical [ 0 hour(s) x 15 week(s) ] P 0
- Lab work [ ] Studio work [ ] [ ]
- Practical test [ ] Workshop [ ] [ ]
- Field work [ ] Simulation [ ] [ ]
- Survey/research [ ] Outdoors [ ] [ ]

4 Self Learning: Practical [ ] I 0
- Preparation before practical class/field work/survey viz. review notes, [ ]
- Preparation after practical class/field work/survey viz. additional
references, discussion session and report writing. [ ]

- Preparation before studio work presentation/critique. [ ]
- Preparation for practical test. [ ]

5 Tutorial [ 1 hour(s) x 15 week(s) ] T 15

6 Other Assessment Task O 15
Capstone Project [ ] Portfolio [ ] Essay Question [ ]
(Final Project) Peer Assessment [ √ ] Observation [ ]
Presentation [√ ] Self Assessment [ ] Discussion [ ]
Reflective Journal [ ] End-of-Chapter [ √ ] Project [√ ]
Case Study [√ ]
Industrial Visit [ ]

Total 120

L Lecture 45
P Practical 0
I Self Learning 45
T Tutorial 15
O Other Assessment Task 15
SLT (Student Learning Time) 120
Credit = SLT/40 3.00



TABLE OF LEARNING DOMAINS

Cognitive Domain Psychomotor Domain Affective Domain
No. Specific Outcome
C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5
1 CONCEPTS OF ETHICS, VALUES AND MORALITY
1.1.1 Define ethics and ethos √
1.1.2 Describe value and ethics : doing good and doing well √
Differentiate differences between business ethics and the
1.1.3
laws √
1.1.4 Explain the nature and goals of business ethics. √
1.1.5 Explain why study business ethics is important √
1.1.6 Determine between morality, virtue social ethics
2 ETHICAL THEORIES AND BUSINESS
2.1 Understand Ethical Theories and Business
2.1.1 Explain Ethical relativism and Reasoning in ethics √
2.2 Understand Consequentialist perspective
2.2.1 Define Egoism √
2.2.2 Discuss Utilitarianism √
2.2.3 Explain Kant’s Ethics √ √
2.2.4 Recommend best ethic practice √
2.3 Understand Non consequentialist Perspectives
2.3.1 Explain Prima facie Obligations √
2.3.2 Explain Assisting Others √
2.3.3 Discuss Moral rights √

Legend:
C1 : Knowledge P1 : Imitate A1 : Receiving
C2 : Comprehensive P2 : Manipulate A2 : Responding to Phenomena
C3 : Application P3 : Precision A3 : Valuing
C4 : Analysis P4 : Articulation A4 : Organizing Values
C5 : Synthesis P5 : Naturalization A5 : Internalizing Values
C6 : Evaluation




2.3.4 Justify Critical inquiries of non consequentialism
3 CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY √
3.1 Learn the concept of corporate social responsibility
Explain the utilitarian and rights-based justifications for the
3.1.1
classical model of corporate social responsibility √
Generalize how classical model is extended and developed
3.1.2
through a moral minimum √
3.1.3 Elaborate the ethical foundations of the stakeholder model. √
Elaborate the stakeholder model of corporate social √
3.1.4
responsibility
CORPORATE CULTURAL, GOVERNANCE AND
4
ETHICAL LEADERSHIP
Understand Corporate Culture, Governance & Ethical
4.1
Leadership
4.1.1 Define Corporate Culture √
Describe how Corporate Culture Impacts Ethical Decision
4.1.2
Making √
Discuss the Role Of Corporate Leadership In establishing
4.1.3
The Culture √
4.1.4 Determine between Effective leaders and Ethical Leaders √
THE VALUE OF WORK AND EMPLOYEE
5
RESPONSIBILITIES
5.1 Understand The Meaning and Value Of Work

Legend:
C6 : Evaluation




Describe the Goals and values Of Career And Workplace
5.1.1
Decision √
5.1.2 Explain the variety meanings and values attributed to work √
5.2 Understand Employee Responsibilities
5.2.1 Explain the nature and range of employees responsibilities √
5.2.2 Explain the nature and range of employees responsibilities √
5.2.3 Explain managerial responsibilities √
5.2.4 Summarize responsibilities of employees √
5.3 Learn conflict of interests
5.3.1 Define self interest and moral obligation √
5.3.2 Describe the concept of conflict of interest √
5.3.3 Elaborate the effect of conflict of interest √
6 DIVERSITY AND DESCRIMINATION
6.1 Understand Diversity And Discrimination
Define diversity, equality, discrimination, affirmative action
6.1.1
and preferential treatment √
Describe a range of ethical issues raised by a diverse
6.1.2
workforce √
6.1.3 Explain workplace discrimination √
Evaluate the ethical basis of equal opportunity and
6.1.4
affirmative action √
Evaluate the ethical arguments for and against preferential
6.1.5
treatment in a work place √

Legend:
C6 : Evaluation




7 MORAL CHOICE FACING EMPLOOYEES
7.1 Understand Moral Choices Facing Employees
Define Abuse Of Official Position, Bribes, Kickbacks, Gifts
7.1.1
and Entertainment √
7.1.2 Discuss the obligations to third parties √
7.2 Learn Whistle blowing
7.2.1 Define what is Whistle blowing √
7.2.2 Describe what motivates whistle blowers √
7.2.3 Explain when is whistle blowing justified
8 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND GLOBALIZATION √
8.1 Understand International business and Globalization
Disuss the range of ethical issues arising in a global
8.1.1
business context √
Describe the application of human right to international √
8.1.2
business
8.1.3 Explain the ethical issues involved in globalization √

Legend:
C6 : Evaluation



MATRIX OF SPECIFIC OUTCOMES Vs CLO, GSA AND LEARNING DOMAINS

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOME (CLO)
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. differentiate clearly between ethic, law, value and culture in real practice.
2. understand holistically theories of business ethics in real situation.
3. elaborate properly employer corporate social responsibility and leadership in real world
4. discuss critically diversity and international business in real practice.
5. solve and present creatively in group and independently an issues in case study given.

CLO GSA & LD

LD 6 GSA 2
LD 3 GSA 4

LD 4 GSA 3

LD 5 GSA 1

LD 7 GSA 6

LD 8 GSA 7
*Recommended
No Specific Outcome Teaching &

GSA 5
CLO 1

CLO 2

CLO 3

CLO 4

CLO 5

LD 1

LD 2
Learning Strategy

1 CONCEPTS OF ETHICS, VALUES AND MORALITY
1.1.1 Define ethics and ethos √ √ √
1.1.2 Describe value and ethics : doing good and doing well Lecture, discussion, ice √ √ √
breaking, face to face
Differentiate differences between business ethics and the
1.1.3 communication √ √ √
laws
1.1.4 Explain the nature and goals of business ethics. √ √ √
1.1.5 Explain why study business ethics is important √ √ √

Note:
*Lecturers may use other teaching & learning strategies in order to achieve the learning outcomes.

Generic Student Attributes (GSA) Learning Domain (LD)
GSA 1 Communications Skills LD 1 Knowledge
GSA 2 Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills LD 2 Technical Skills
GSA 3 Teamwork Skills LD 3 Professionalism & Ethics
GSA 4 Moral & Professional Ethics LD 4 Social Skills
GSA 5 Leadership Skills LD 5 Communication Skills
GSA 6 Information Management Skills and Continuous Learning LD 6 Critical Thinking
GSA 7 Entrepreneurship Skills LD 7 Life Long Learning
LD 8 Entrepreneurial Skills




CLO GSA & LD

LD 6 GSA 2
LD 3 GSA 4

LD 4 GSA 3

LD 5 GSA 1

LD 7 GSA 6

LD 8 GSA 7
*Recommended

GSA 5
CLO 1

CLO 2

CLO 3

CLO 4

CLO 5

LD 1

LD 2
Learning Strategy

1.1.6 Determine between morality , virtue social ethics Lecture, discussion √ √ √
2 ETHICAL THEORIES AND BUSINESS
2.1 Understand Ethical Theories and Business
2.1.1 Explain Ethical relativism and Reasoning in ethics Group Discussion √ √ √
2.2 Understand Consequentialist theories
2.2.1 Define Egoism Lecture, discussion, √ √ √
2.2.2 Discuss Utilitarianism face to face √ √ √
2.2.3 Explain Kant’s Ethics communication √ √ √
2.2.4 Recommend best ethic practice √ √ √
2.3 Understand Non consequentialist Perspectives
2.3.1 Explain Prima facie Obligations √ √ √
2.3.2 Explain Assisting Others √ √ √
2.3.3 Lecture, discussion √ √ √
Discuss Moral rights
2.3.4 Justify Critical inquiries of non consequentialism √ √ √
3 CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
3.1 Learn the concept of corporate social responsibility
Explain the utilitarian and rights-based justifications for
the classical model of corporate social responsibility

Note:





CLO GSA & LD

LD 6 GSA 2
LD 3 GSA 4

LD 4 GSA 3

LD 5 GSA 1

LD 7 GSA 6

LD 8 GSA 7
*Recommended

GSA 5
CLO 1

CLO 2

CLO 3

CLO 4

CLO 5

LD 1

LD 2
Learning Strategy

Generalize how classical model is extended and
3.1.2 √ √ √
developed through a moral minimum
Elaborate the ethical foundations of the stakeholder
model.
Elaborate the stakeholder model of corporate social
3.1.4 √ √ √
responsibility
4 CORPORATE CULTURAL, GOVERNANCE AND
ETHICAL LEADERSHIP
Understand Corporate Culture, Governance & Ethical
4.1
Leadership
4.1.1 Define Corporate Culture √ √ √
Describe how Corporate Culture Impacts Ethical
4.1.2 Lecture, discussion √ √ √ √
Decision Making
Discuss the Role Of Corporate Leadership In
4.1.3 √ √ √ √
establishing The Culture
Determine between Effective leaders and Ethical
4.1.4 √ √ √ √
Leaders
THE VALUE OF WORK AND EMPLOYEE
5
RESPONSIBILITIES
5.1 Understand The Meaning and Value Of Work

Note:





CLO GSA & LD

LD 6 GSA 2
LD 3 GSA 4

LD 4 GSA 3

LD 5 GSA 1

LD 7 GSA 6

LD 8 GSA 7
*Recommended

GSA 5
CLO 1

CLO 2

CLO 3

CLO 4

CLO 5

LD 1

LD 2
Learning Strategy

Describe the Goals and values Of Career And Workplace
5.1.1 √ √ √
Decision Lecture, discussion,
Explain the variety meanings and values attributed to case study
5.1.2 √ √ √
work
5.2 Understand Employee Responsibilities √ √ √
Explain the nature and range of employees
5.2.1 √ √ √
responsibilities
Explain the nature and range of employees
responsibilities
5.2.3 Explain managerial responsibilities √ √ √
5.2.4 Summarize responsibilities of employees √ √ √ √
5.3 Learn conflict of interests
5.3.1 Define self interest and moral obligation √ √ √ √
5.3.2 Describe the concept of conflict of interest Lecture, discussion, √ √ √ √
5.3.3 Elaborate the effect of conflict of interest √ √ √ √
6 DIVERSITY AND DESCRIMINATION

6.1 Understand Diversity And Discrimination
Define diversity, equality, discrimination, affirmative Lecture, discussion
6.1.1 √ √ √ √ √
action and preferential treatment
Note:





CLO GSA & LD

LD 6 GSA 2
LD 3 GSA 4

LD 4 GSA 3

LD 5 GSA 1

LD 7 GSA 6

LD 8 GSA 7
*Recommended

GSA 5
CLO 1

CLO 2

CLO 3

CLO 4

CLO 5

LD 1

LD 2
Learning Strategy

Describe a range of ethical issues raised by a diverse
6.1.2 √ √ √ √ √
workforce
6.1.3 Explain workplace discrimination √ √ √ √ √
Evaluate the ethical basis of equal opportunity and Lecture, discussion
6.1.4 √ √ √ √ √ √
affirmative action

6.1.5 Evaluate the ethical arguments for and against √ √ √ √ √ √
preferential treatment in a work place
7 MORAL CHOICE FACING EMPLOOYEES
7.1 Understand Moral Choices Facing Employees
Define Abuse Of Official Position, Bribes, Kickbacks, Lecture, face to face
7.1.1 √ √ √ √ √
Gifts and Entertainment communication
7.1.2 Discuss the obligations to third parties and case study √ √ √ √ √ √
7.2 Learn Whistle blowing
7.2.1 Define what is Whistle blowing √ √ √ √ √ √
7.2.2. Explain what motivates whistle blowers √ √ √ √ √ √
Lecture, discussion
7.2.3 Elaborate when is whistle blowing justified √ √ √ √ √ √

Note:





CLO GSA & LD

LD 6 GSA 2
LD 3 GSA 4

LD 4 GSA 3

LD 5 GSA 1

LD 7 GSA 6

LD 8 GSA 7
*Recommended

GSA 5
CLO 1

CLO 2

CLO 3

CLO 4

CLO 5

LD 1

LD 2
Learning Strategy

8 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND GLOBALIZATION

8.1 Understand International business and Globalization
Discuss the range of ethical issues arising in a global Lecture, discussion,
8.1.1 √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √
business context face to face
Describe the application of human right to international communication
8.1.2 √ √ √ √ √
business
8.1.3 Explain the ethical issues involved in globalization √ √ √ √ √ √

Note:



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