Examines the nature of morality and theories of normative ethics. Identifies a variety of ethical issues and moral challenges involving consumers, the environment, the professions, and the role of the corporation in our society. Prerequisite: Senior standing.

Not required

1)        Comprehend the ethical ramifications of business decisions.
2)        Possess a working knowledge of ethical, managerial, and regulatory principles to distinguish relationships between same, and to apply principles jointly in making business decisions.
3)        Be cognizant of major ethical issues facing business managers and the qualities, costs, and benefits of decision making among ethical companies and morally acting managers.
4)        Utilize case studies and problems to apply knowledge of ethics and morality to managerial decision making.
5)        Be able to apply ethical/moral concerns to strategic planning.

1. Required Materials


1. Textbooks

Business Ethics - 7.Edition - 2008
Ferrel, Fraedrich & Ferrel
Houghton Mifflin Co.
ISBN: 978-0-618-74934-8


Annual Editions: Business Ethics 09/10 - 21.Edition - 2009
John E Richardson
McGraw-Hill
ISBN: 9780073528557



APA Manual
The APA Manual 5th Edition is a recommended textbook for all courses.
Effective August 1^st 2009, the 6th edition of the APA Manual is recommended for all courses.

NSU Bookstore
Textbooks and Case Studies may be purchased from the NSU Bookstore (located in the University Park Plaza) by calling 1-800-509-2665 or online at http://www.nsubooks.bkstore.com.

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Please note that all required and recommended materials should be referenced in APA style.