This course provides knowledge and contributes to the development of ethical competence. Students can orient themselves in the field of ethics in general and business ethics in particular. They have trained awareness of ethical issues in the context of organization and business. They can reflect on their ethical perspectives, have developed critical reading and analysis skills, and understand fundamental ethical principles necessary to evaluate and analyze issues in business ethics. Furthermore, students are able to integrate their own perspectives and new knowledge and discuss and defend their ideas.

Lectures, videos, online materials, individual reflection, group work, plenary discussions

Contextualization: Ethics, Business Ethics, Organizational ethicsDimensions of ethical reasoningClarification of essential terms: Values, morality, responsibilityBackground of ethical issues and sources of ethical problemsEthical theoryEthical decision-making and actingEthics in a pluralistic world

No prior knowledge is required.

The prerequisite for participation is admission to the master's program.

Course readings and materials are available on the moodle platform.

Two written Critical Reflections (one remote one in class)Group presentationsInteraction during exercises and group/plenary discussions

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Attendance, participation, and preparednessThe two written Critical Reflections (one remote one in class)Group presentations