Ethics in Management
Semester Hours Credit: 3
Lecture Hours: 48
Course Dates: 21 OCT 14 – 11 DEC 14
Days/Times: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5pm-8pm
Instructor: Clay Sakellaris
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 0900-1200
Instructor Email:
Phone: DSN 266-1539
INSTRUCTOR BIOGRAPHY
Hello everyone, and welcome to Ethics in Management class. I was born in Cleveland, Ohio, back in 1972, and joined the U.S. Navy at the age of 19. It was only a few years later, as a young sailor, when I got in to trouble and had to go and see my Chief to explain my actions. I still remember his words of wisdom to this day: he said to me; “Sailor, I want you to remember this! Ethics is doing what is right, even when no one is watching”. That was the first time I actually started looking into ethical dilemmas and how they affect our decision making process.
Well, it all worked out in the end. I have recently retired as a “Senior Chief/E-8” with 20 years of honorable service. I am currently the Assistant Manager of Fuels department and teach face-to-face or hybrid classes at NSA Souda Bay, Greece. I have been teaching various classes in the Business Management field for the last 12 years, with Ethics being my favorite one.
See you all in class!
I. INTRODUCTION
A. The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the principles of ethics and analyzing dominant ethical theories related to organization and management. The course provides actual case studies in which ethical principles are used in solving today's business management problems.
B. This course is required to meet curriculum requirements for the Central Texas College Associate of Applied Science degree in Applied Management-Military Science Specialization and as an elective in other programs.
C. This course is occupationally related to all military career fields and serves as preparation for jobs in the business world.
II. LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of this course, Ethics in Management, the student will be able to:
A. Discuss major ethical theories and principles and apply these theories and principles to the workplace.
B. Apply individual moral values to business ethics.
C. Analyze the ethical components of contemporary business issues.
D. Distinguish the difference between individual morality and professional ethics.
E. Discuss social responsibility.
F. Discuss an ethical decision making framework.
G. Explain how organizational culture influences ethical decision-making.
H. Describe the influence of significant others in the organization.
I. Explain the role of opportunity and conflict.
J. Discuss the international aspects of ethics.
K. Develop an effective ethics program.
III. INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
A. Required Text: O. C. Ferrell, Fraedrick & Ferrell: Business ethics. 8th Edition, South-Western Cengage Learning, Houghton Mifflin, 2011 (ISBN: 9781439042236).
B. Supplementary reading: Department of the Navy Leadership Course Manual, CPPD-LEAD09-003, Petty Officer 1st Class Leadership.
IV. COURSE REQUIREMENTS
A. Your first responsibility is scholarship. The grade you receive for this course will not be the grade of the instructor, but rather the grade you and you alone make.
B. You should attend class regularly and be prepared to participate in classroom discussions and to take unannounced quizzes relating to text assignments and lecture material presented from the beginning of the course. Please refer to ‘Class Attendance and Course Progress’ under the Academic Policies section in our current CTC Course Catalog: http://www.ctcd.edu/catintro.htm.
C. You are encouraged to give your best effort throughout the course. From the beginning, you should plan for a steady, organized, and continuous effort, which in the long run will prove more effective for your final grade than a last minute crash-cram policy. Your course grade is not determined solely by exam grade. Such factors as class participation, initiative, attendance, and individual research papers or projects will be considered in grade computation.
D. From time to time, special library and/or outside assignments will be made to members of the class individually and/or in groups. You are expected to read all assignments and fulfill your responsibilities to any group assignment.
E. You are expected to read all assigned material and bring your textbook/reading materials to class. Keep informed on all assignments, especially after an absence.
F. Good class notes are indispensable for earning a good grade, since both the material assigned and that discussed in class will be the basis for examination material.
G. Scholastic Honesty: All students are required and expected to maintain the highest standards of scholastic honesty in the preparation of all coursework and during examinations. The following are considered examples of scholastic dishonesty:
Plagiarism: The taking of passages from the writing of others without giving proper credit to the sources.
Collusion: Using another’s work as one’s own, or working together with another person in the preparation of work, unless such joint preparation is specifically approved in advance by the instructor.
Cheating: Giving or receiving information on examinations.
H. Special Work: A term paper or other project, per requirements of the instructor, will be required. The subject must be appropriate for the course material. Check with the instructor when you have made a selection. The value is indicated in the semester grade computation and has considerable weight on your final average.
I. Text Analysis Project: Each student will write a paper supporting one of the following three statements:
1. The O. C. Ferrell, Fraedrich, & Ferrell text reflects a general unfavorable opinion of business.
2. The O. C. Ferrell, Fraedrich, & Ferrell text reflects a general favorable opinion of business.
3. The O. C. Ferrell, Fraedrich, & Ferrell text reflects a balanced view of business.
The paper will include examples from the text substantiating the position taken in the paper, and a discussion of applicable ethics issues. The paper will be typed, double-spaced, and five to 10 pages long, excluding the title. At least four references must be cited. The paper will follow the format and reference citation guidelines given by the instructor.
Each student will also give an oral presentation of the analysis to the class. This requirement counts 100 points towards the final grade.
J. Case studies will be assigned throughout the course. Each student is required to complete these case studies.
V. EXAMINATIONS
A. There will be a minimum of two major examinations and a written paper or project as follows:
1. Mid-term exam on 10 November 2014
2. Final exam on 11 December 2014
3. Term Project due on 09 December 2014
B. Pop quizzes will be given at the discretion of the instructor. There will be no makeup exams for pop quizzes missed.
C. Examinations will consist of both objective (true/false, multiple choice, fill in-the-blank, and matching) and subjective (short answer and essay) questions. Students must be able to communicate both orally and in written form, thus some questions requiring the composition and writing of an essay answer will be required.
VI. SEMESTER GRADE COMPUTATIONS
EXAM POINTS POINTS GRADES
Quizzes 200 900-1000 A=4 pts/sem hr
Mid-Term Exam 250 800- 899 B=3 pts/sem hr
Final exam 350 700- 799 C=2 pts/sem hr
Participation 50 600- 699 D=1 pt/sem hr
Project 150 0- 599 F=0 pts/sem hr
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TOTAL 1000
A student must take the final exam to get a grade for the course.
*Text Analysis Project requirement must be met to receive a grade of B or higher.
VII. NOTES AND ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FROM THE INSTRUCTOR
A. Tuition refunds are made only in the case of class cancellation or official and timely withdrawal from CTC or from a course. Please refer to the current course catalog for more details, at http://europe.ctcd.edu/library/catalog.php.
B. GoArmyEd students should contact their education counselor before withdrawing and are required to withdraw through the GoArmyEd portal.
Please note: a military withdrawal does not override CTC’s grading policy.
For self-pay students, refunds are computed from the date the Application for
Withdrawal or Refund is filed with the CTC Field Representative or designated Student
Services Officer. Special conditions apply to students who receive federal, state, and/or
institutional financial aid.
Tuition and fees paid directly to the Institution by the Veterans Administration, Title IV (Financial Aid Programs), a sponsor, donor, or scholarship shall be refunded to the source rather than directly to the students.
C. Course Withdrawals, Student Responsibilities: It is the student’s responsibility to officially withdraw from a course. The instructor cannot initiate a withdrawal based upon a student’s request. Rather, students must initiate the withdrawal with the designated Education Center Representative, through the CTC Field Representative or the Student Services Officer for that region.
Applications for Withdrawal will be accepted at any time before the completion of 75% of the course, after which time the student will be assigned an “FN”- “Failure for Non-attendance.”
D. Incomplete / Course in Progress Grade Policy: An “IP” or “Incomplete” grade may be assigned by an instructor if a student has made satisfactory progress in a course with the exception of a major quiz, final exam, or other project. The “IP” grade may also be assigned based on circumstances beyond a student’s control, such as personal illness, death in the immediate family, or military orders. Notice of absences, with supporting documentation, may be required by the instructor. The instructor makes the final decision concerning the granting of the incomplete grade. With an “Incomplete” grade, students are required to complete a set amount of work before the instructor will submit an official letter grade. This date can be determined by the instructor but must be within 45 days of the course end date. After completion of the work the instructor can then change the grade of “IP” to the appropriate letter grade. If this work is not completed by the specified date the instructor will change the grade to “F”.
E. Cellular phones, beepers, and other electronic devices will be turned off while the student is in the classroom or laboratory unless the student is using the device for class purposes. No texting or social networking is allowed during class.
F. Instructor Discretion: The instructor reserves the right of final decision in all course requirements.
G. Civility: Individuals are expected to be cognizant of what a constructive educational experience is and respectful of those participating in a learning environment. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action up to and including expulsion.
VIII. COURSE OUTLINE
A. Week One Lesson:
· Tuesday 21 October 2014. Class Introduction, Course Syllabus, & Chapter 1.
· Thursday 23 October 2014. Chapter 2, Quiz 1 review.
1. Lesson Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this unit, the student will be able to:
a. Define ethics.
b. Identify stakeholders and the importance of stakeholder orientation.
c. Compare and contrast social responsibility and business ethics.
d. Discuss foundations of ethical issues.
e. Describe classifications of ethical issues.
f. Recognize an ethical issue.
2. Learning Activities:
a. Classroom lecture/discussion: Complete Chapters 1, 2, and related case scenarios.
b. Homework, study, and preparation: Study Chapters 1 & 2. Prep for Quiz 1.
c. Reading and other assignments designated by the instructor: Read Chapters 3 & 4.
B. Week Two Lesson:
· Tuesday 28 October 2014. Quiz 1, Chapter 3.
· Thursday 30 October 2014. Chapter 4, Quiz 2 review.
1. Unit Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, the student will be able to:
a. Recognize ethical dilemmas.
b. Discuss ethical issues and dilemmas in business.
b. Discuss the economic, legal, ethical and philanthropic dimensions of social responsibility.
2. Learning Activities:
a. Classroom lecture/discussion/case study: Complete Chapters 3, 4, and related case scenarios.
b. Homework/study: Study Chapters 3 & 4. Prep for Quiz 2.
c. Reading and other assignments designated by the instructor: Read Chapters 5 & 6.
C. Week Three Lesson:
· Tuesday 04 November 2014. Quiz 2, Chapter 5 & 6, Quiz 3 review.
· Thursday 06 November 2014. Quiz 3, review Chapters 1-5 for Midterm Exam.
1. Lesson Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this unit, the student will be able to:
a. Discuss ethical issue intensity.
b. Explain the stages of cognitive moral development.
c. Explain the relationship of corporate culture, significant others and opportunity to ethics.
c. Discuss the role of leadership and ethics.
d. Define moral philosophy and discuss perspectives.
2. Learning Activities:
a. Classroom lecture/discussion: Complete Chapters 5, 6, and related case scenarios.
b. Homework/study: Chapters 5 & 6. Prep for Quiz 3 & Midterm exam.
c. Reading and other assignments designated by the instructor: Review Chapters 1-5 prepare for Midterm Exam.
D. Week Four Lesson:
· Monday 10 November 2014. Mid-term Exam.
· Thursday 13 November 2014. Case Study Power Point Presentation Lecture.
1. Learning Activities:
a. Classroom lecture/discussion; Gain Knowledge on how to build and present a case developing a Power Point Presentation by utilizing various tools and techniques.
b. Homework, study, and preparation; Work on your test analysis project and case study presentation.
c. Reading and other assignments; Read Chapters 7 and 8.
E. Week Five Lesson:
· Tuesday 18 November 2014. Chapter 7.
· Thursday 20 November 2014. Chapter 8, Quiz 4 review.
1. Lesson Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this unit, the student will be able to:
a. Describe the influence of personal values in business ethics programs.
b. Discuss ethical perceptions related to international business.
c. Explain culture as a factor in business.
d. Discuss cultural relativism.
e. Discuss interpersonal relationships in organizations.
f. Describe an effective ethical compliance program.
g. Discuss codes of ethics and compliance standards.
h. Explain top management's responsibility for ethical compliance programs and delegation of authority.
i. Communicate ethical standards.
2. Learning Activities:
a. Classroom lecture/discussion: Complete Chapters 7, 8, and related case scenarios.
b. Homework, study, and preparation: Study Chapters 7 and 8. Prepare for Quiz.
c. Reading and other assignments; Read Chapters 9 & 10.