BUS
146 – BUSINESS ETHICS
(please note, this is a sample, specific years are on file with the school)
INSTRUCTOR: Jean Rodgers
Office Hours: Posted at Room 503 and by appointment
Office Phone: (509) 422-7846
Email: jrodgers@wvc.edu
COURSE
DESCRIPTION
This course
is an in-depth view of the many ethical dilemmas encountered in today’s
organizational environment. A case-study
approach is used to gain an understanding of the complex forces that shape the
morals and values that are used in ethical decision-making.
CLASS
HOURS
This is a
hybrid class with face to face (f2f) classroom meetings Mondays from 8:00 AM to
10:20 AM. Students should plan to meet
with their teams on Wednesdays. Other class
hours are arranged and online. This
format provides students with a chance to discuss business ethics face to face in
the classroom and have the flexibility to supplement that learning on their own
time. On the
average, students are expected to spend about 3 to 5 hours online and access
the Internet three times per week. Students
may use the computer lab at Room 204 or 205. Additional hours are required for
reading, writing, and team assignments.
TEXT
AND RESOURCES
Business
Ethics Now, by
Ghillyer (New York: McGraw-Hill Irwin, 2012).
Access to the Internet is required, as is the use of e-mail and Canvas.
OUTCOMES
Upon
completion of this course, successful students will:
·
Consider and apply an ethical set of values as they relate to
business situations in society.
·
Understand
the philosophical foundations of ethical thought.
·
Better
understand their personal code of ethics.
·
Understand
ethical systems and related theories.
·
Communicate effectively in writing and orally about key ideas
and concepts related to business ethics.
·
Think, research, and critically evaluate ideas and events related
to contemporary business ethics and society.
·
Interact appropriately and responsibly with classmates in group
activities, assignments, and discussions.
KEYS TO SUCCESS
·
Late or missed assignments and exams
earn zero points. The fine print: In the case of an unavoidable emergency, it may be possible for a student - who
takes the initiative to contact the instructor immediately (within hours, not
days) - to earn partial credit.
·
Please
attend class and participate respectfully.
Missing class means missing any associated participation and homework
points. No make-up work is
provided. Plan a consistent time to do
your work and have a backup plan for doing online assignments.
·
Plagiarism
and cheating result in failing the assignment and class, respectively.
·
Assistance
is available at the Student Learning Center.
·
Texting,
talking on the phone, using a computer for purposes other than class
notes/assignments, sleeping, arriving late, leaving early and/or other
disrespectful classroom behaviors will affect your grade.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILIITES ACT
The
College has support services for students with diagnosed disabilities. If you require academic accommodations,
please provide your “Instructor Correspondence Form” as soon as possible so we
can discuss meeting your needs. You will
have this form after meeting with Vicki Turner, Student Resource Center,
telephone 422-7812. These services are
voluntary and confidential. If you do
not have a documented disability, but believe you may need testing for one, please
see Vicki. Following through on these
services can help you be more successful at WVC. If you have any other special needs, please
see me.
EVALUATION
|
Percent
|
IN-CLASS activities,
participation, respect and readiness (add value)
|
27
|
WEEKLY Online Activities
Cases and Exams
|
46
|
INDIVIDUAL
Assignment: Philanthropy Presentation
|
12
|
TEAM Assignment: Social
Change Project
|
15
|
TOTAL
|
100
|
The
minimum points for each letter grade are shown below:
95 A
|
91
A-
|
89
B+
|
84 B
|
80 B-
|
78 C+
|
73 C
|
70 C-
|
68 D+
|
60
D
|