LEADERSHIP, ETHICS, AND CORPORATE ACCOUNTABILITY
About Course
In today’s complex and interconnected business environment, leaders face numerous challenges in balancing competing stakeholder interests, managing risk, and making ethical decisions. To address these challenges, this course provides a comprehensive exploration of the principles and practices of leadership, ethics, and corporate accountability. Through a combination of theoretical foundations, real-world case studies, and interactive discussions, students will gain a deep understanding of the role of leadership in promoting ethical business practices, sustainability, and social responsibility. By integrating biblical principles into real-world business scenarios, students will develop a nuanced understanding of how leadership, ethics, and corporate accountability intersect to promote sustainable business practices.
Course Objectives:
- Understand the biblical basis for leadership, ethics, and corporate accountability
- Analyze the different leadership styles and approaches
- Develop skills in making ethical decisions and promoting corporate accountability
- Apply biblical principles to real-world business scenarios
Course Content
Module 1: Introduction to Leadership, Ethics, and Corporate Accountability
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Topic: Understanding Leadership, Ethics, and Corporate Accountability
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Objective: To understand the importance of leadership, ethics, and corporate accountability in business.
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Learning Outcomes: Analyze the role of leadership, ethics, and corporate accountability in business, evaluate the importance of leadership, ethics, and corporate accountability in promoting sustainable business practices.
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Biblical Text: Proverbs 16:3 – Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.
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Book Reading: Simpson, J., Taylor, J. R. (2013). Corporate Governance Ethics and CSR. United Kingdom: Kogan Page. (Chapters 1-2)
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Assignment: Write a reflection paper on the importance of leadership, ethics, and corporate accountability in business. Discuss the importance of leadership, ethics, and corporate accountability in business.
Module 2: Organizational Performance and Accountability
Module 3: Employee Fairness and Rights
Module 4: Customer Obligations and Responsibilities
Module 5: Investor Responsibilities and Fiduciary Duties
Module 6: Business and Society
Module 7: Leadership and Decision-Making
Module 8: Ethics and Corporate Governance
Module 9: Sustainability and Business Strategy
Module 10: Stakeholder Management and Engagement
Module 11: Corporate Accountability and Transparency
Module 12: Business Ethics and Social Responsibility (SR)
Module 13: Leadership and Organizational Culture
Module 14: Corporate Governance and Compliance
Module 15: Corporate Governance and Risk Management (CG & RM)
Module 16: Final Project Presentations
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