Lehman Brothers Ethical Scandal

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SYLLABUS
MGMT 300-01 BUSINESS/PROFESSIONAL ETHICS
SPRING 2020
TUESDAY/THURSDAY 8:00AM to 9:15AM
1/21/2020 TO 5/16/2020
ARTS AND ED 285
Instructor: Tim Silva
Office Hours: Tuesday/Thursday 9:30 TO 10:30 TUESDAYS
Office Location: VBT 336
E-mail address: timothy.silva@csueastbay.edu
Phone 510 299 7885 Call Anytime
COURSE TITLE: Business Ethics
COURSE NUMBER: MGMT 300
UNITS: 3
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
• Explores value systems and ethical issues related to business,
professional, and commercial activity. Topics may include ethical
decision-making, organizational culture, ethical leadership, diversity,
and corporate social responsibility.
COURSE PRE-REQUISITES:
Junior or senior standing, or consent of instructor
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
Understand and apply the fundamentals of ethical philosophy and theory.
Demonstrate critical and analytical thinking skills necessary to
successfully identify and manage ethical decisions and dilemmas, both
individually and as members of a team.
Produce written documents that express articulate, logical, and persuasive
positions relating to complex ethical issues.
Develop and deliver effective oral presentations on business ethics topics
using appropriate tools and technology.
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ALIGNMENT WITH PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
PLO 2: Apply critical thinking skills to solve business problems.
PLO 5: Apply effective oral communication skills in a diverse and global
environment.
PLO 6: Apply effective written communication skills in a diverse and global
environment.
PLO 7: Apply effective team skills to work in a diverse and global
environment.
PLO 8: Identify and assess ethical issues and properly articulate ethical
decisions.
Required Text(s):
Stanwick, Peter A. and Sarah D. Stanwick. 2017. Understanding Business
Ethics, Third Edition. Thousand Oaks, CA: SAGE Publications. ISBN:
9781506303239
Other course material as assigned by the Professor at no cost to the student
STUDENT EVALUATION
Course Requirements Weights
Weekly Quizzes 170pts 34%
Group Participation 60pts 12%
Midterm Exam 85pts 17%
Research Paper 85pts 17%
Final Exam 100pts 20%
Total 500pts 100%
Letter
Grade Range %
Letter
Grade Range
A 90 – 100 C+ 70 – 74
A- 88 – 89 C 65 – 69
B+ 85 – 87 C- 60 – 64
B 80 – 84 D 55 – 59
B- 75 – 79 F <55 3 Weekly Quizzes 170 points Each week you should read the assigned text chapter and expect an in-class quiz on the specific chapter. Quiz’s will take place via Blackboard and are due by Sunday midnight of the week we are assigned the chapter. You will have two attempts at the quiz and will have 60 minutes to complete the quiz once you begin. Group Participation In Class Assignment 60 points Students will be put into separate groups for the entire semester. On specific dates the Group will be asked to share with the entire class a section of the Chapter that we are covering for that week. There are four different days that we will do this activity. You MUST be in attendance on the day specified, participate with the group which also means delivering a specific piece of learning to the class. (You must arrive to class no later than 15 minutes after the start of class otherwise you will not earn the points associated with this Group assignment) If you are not in class on this day you cannot make up on a different day. You will not earn the points associated with that specific in-class Group assignment. There will be four days and each day is worth 15 points. See the dates on the detail syllabus. Research Paper 85 points DUE MIDNIGHT MAY 10 You will research an organization and write about a situation in which there was either a positive or negative issue of business ethics. This paper should cover as many areas within the course learning as possible. It should include a Works Cited page with appropriate citations. Length of actual written information is five to seven pages this does not include a cover page or work cited page. See the rubric posted on Blackboard for more detail. You will be asked to select an organization that you will do your paper on by March 19th . Only one organization per student so getting your organization selected early guarantees a better chance you will get the organization you wish. In order to get approval by the Professor you will email the selected organization and topic to the Professor at timothy.silva@csueastbay by March 19th . If you do not get approval by March 19th you will loose 25% of your total points available for this assignment right off the top. Mid Term exam in class 85 points Final exam in class 100 points 4 Course Week to Week Detail Required Readings Exams and Coursework Due Dates Week 1 JAN 21 COURSE INTRODUCTION 1/21 and 1/23 SELF INTRODUCTIONS/ ETHICS/TEAMS Week 2 JAN 27 1. The Foundations of Ethical Thought 1/28 AND 1/30 QUIZ CHAPTER 1 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 2/2 Week 3 FEB 3 2. The Evolving Complexities of Business Ethics 2/4 AND 2/6 QUIZ CHAPTER 2 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 2/9 Week 4 FEB 10 3. Stakeholders and Corporate Social Responsibility 2/11 AND 2/13 QUIZ CHAPTER 3 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 2/16 GROUP EXERCISE IN CLASS 2/13 Week 5 FEB 17 4. Ethics and Financial Reporting 2/18 AND 2/20 QUIZ CHAPTER 4 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 2/23 Week 6 FEB 24 5. Ethical Leadership and Corporate Governance 2/25 AND 2/27 QUIZ CHAPTER 5 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 3/1 Week 7 MAR 2 6. Strategic Planning, Corporate Culture, and Corporate Compliance 3/3 AND 3/5 QUIZ CHAPTER 6 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 3/8 GROUP EXERCISE IN CLASS 3/3 Week 8 MAR 9 7. Decision Making and Human Resource Issues 3/10 AND 3/12 QUIZ CHAPTER 7 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 3/15 Week 9 MAR 16 MID TERM 3/19 3/17 AND 3/19 MID TERM 3/19 IN CLASS FINAL PAPER TOPIC AND ORGANIZATION DUE TO 5 Attendance Attendance is required and critical to your success in this course. If you miss more than two weeks’ worth of classes, you will be in danger of failing the course. Be here. Be on time. I will excuse medical emergencies with a doctors’ note. Being present in class also means being engaged—please come prepared to discuss the readings. Course Schedule- Subject to change PROFESSOR VIA EMAIL TODAY MARCH 19. Week 10 MAR 23 8. Ethics and the Environment 3/24 AND 3/26 QUIZ CHAPTER 8 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 3/29 GROUP EXERCISE IN CLASS 3/26 Week 11 MAR 30 SPRING BREAK Week 12 APR 6 9. Ethics and Information Technology 4/7 AND 4/9 QUIZ CHAPTER 9 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 4/12 Week 13 APR 13 10. Marketing and Advertising World 4/14 AND 4/16 QUIZ CHAPTER 10 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 4/19 Week 14 APR 20 11. Ethical Issues in the Developing 4/21 AND 4/23 QUIZ CHAPTER 11 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 4/26 GROUP EXERCISE IN CLASS 4/21 Week 15 APR 27 12. Establishing a Code of Ethics and Ethical Guidelines 4/28 AND 4/30 QUIZ CHAPTER 12 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 5/3 Week 16 MAY 4 13. Evaluating Corporate Ethics 5/5 AND 5/7 QUIZ CHAPTER 13 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 5/10 FINAL EXAM w/k of MAY 11 Final Exam in class MAY 14 8am to 10am Research Paper Due 5/10 midnight 6 LATE NOTICE Successfully completing this course requires good time management. All assignments should be completed and turned in on time. If an assignment is turned in late the overall grade will be reduced by 20% for each day late. STUDENT INFORMATION “By enrolling in this class, the student agrees to uphold the standards of academic integrity described in the catalog at http://www.csueastbay.edu/ecat/current/i-120grading.html#section12.” Policy on Student Conduct The University is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy living and learning environment for students, faculty, and staff. Each member of the campus community should choose behaviors that contribute toward this end (http://www.csueastbay.edu/studentconduct/student-conduct.html). POLICY ON ACADEMIC DISHONESTY: The following statement and reference to University policies regarding cheating and academic dishonesty: “By enrolling in this class the student agrees to uphold the standards of academic integrity described at http://www20.csueastbay.edu/academic/academic- policies/academicdishonesty.html.” The University has a published policy on cheating and academic dishonesty. Students are expected to be familiar with the policy and to abide by it. Cheating will result in: 1) a zero score on the test and the loss of all grading options; and/or 2) an "F" grade for the course; and/or 3) referral to the Academic Vice President for expulsion from the University. A Note on Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation (DHR) Title IX and CSU policy prohibit discrimination, harassment and retaliation, including Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment or Sexual Violence. CSUEB encourages anyone experiencing such behavior to report their concerns immediately. CSUEB has both confidential and non-confidential resources and reporting options available to you. Non-confidential resources include faculty and staff, who are required to report all incidents and thus cannot promise confidentiality. Faculty and staff must provide the campus Title IX coordinator and or the DHR Administrator with relevant details such as the names of those involved in an incident. For confidential services, contact the Confidential 7 Advocate at 510-885-3700 or go to the Student Health and Counseling Center. For 24-hour crisis services call the BAWAR hotline at 510-845-7273. For more information about policies and resources or reporting options, please visit the following websites: http://www.csueastbay.edu/af/departments/riskmanagement/investigations/register-complaints.html www.csueastbay.edu/titleix ACCOMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you have a documented disability and wish to discuss academic accommodations, or if you would need assistance in the event of an emergency evacuation, please contact me as soon as possible. Students with disabilities needing accommodation should either speak with me or SDRC. EMERGENCY INFORMATION: California State University, East Bay is committed to being a safe and caring community. Your appropriate response in the event of an emergency can save lives. Information on what to do in an emergency situation (earthquake, electrical outage, fire, extreme heat, severe storm, and hazardous materials, terrorist attach) may be found at: http://www20.csueastbay.edu/af/departments/riskmanagement/ehs/emergencymanagement/index.html Please be familiar with these procedures. Information on this page is updated as required. Please review the information on a regular basis. Writing Resources for CBE Students University Student Center for Academic Achievement (SCAA): What: Free assistance with written assignments online or on-campus. Where: For online support go to the online writing lab, OWL, or for peer tutoring go to the SCAA Center located at LI 3132 (Library Upper Mall, 2nd FL) Why: The SCAA Online Writing Lab (OWL) allows students to submit papers online and receive tutor feedback via email. The SCAA center allows for in-person support through one-on-one tutoring. How: For online, students can upload their paper, here. Papers are distributed to tutors and returned to students with remarks. For in-person, students can make an appointment to work directly with a tutor on-campus, here. For additional resources and assistance with writing, students can click here or find more information on the SCAA website. 8 Hyperlinked addresses: OWL/HERE: http://scaa.csueastbay.edu/online-tutoring/online-writing-lab/ HERE: http://scaa.csueastbay.edu/how-to-get-a-tutor/ CLICK HERE: http://scaa.csueastbay.edu/resources/for-students-handouts/ SCAA WEBSITE: http://scaa.csueastbay.edu/ 1 SYLLABUS MGMT 300-01 BUSINESS/PROFESSIONAL ETHICS SPRING 2020 TUESDAY/THURSDAY 8:00AM to 9:15AM 1/21/2020 TO 5/16/2020 ARTS AND ED 285 Instructor: Tim Silva Office Hours: Tuesday/Thursday 9:30 TO 10:30 TUESDAYS Office Location: VBT 336 E-mail address: timothy.silva@csueastbay.edu Phone 510 299 7885 Call Anytime COURSE TITLE: Business Ethics COURSE NUMBER: MGMT 300 UNITS: 3 COURSE DESCRIPTION: • Explores value systems and ethical issues related to business, professional, and commercial activity. Topics may include ethical decision-making, organizational culture, ethical leadership, diversity, and corporate social responsibility. COURSE PRE-REQUISITES: Junior or senior standing, or consent of instructor LEARNING OUTCOMES: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: Understand and apply the fundamentals of ethical philosophy and theory. Demonstrate critical and analytical thinking skills necessary to successfully identify and manage ethical decisions and dilemmas, both individually and as members of a team. Produce written documents that express articulate, logical, and persuasive positions relating to complex ethical issues. Develop and deliver effective oral presentations on business ethics topics using appropriate tools and technology. 2 ALIGNMENT WITH PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES PLO 2: Apply critical thinking skills to solve business problems. PLO 5: Apply effective oral communication skills in a diverse and global environment. PLO 6: Apply effective written communication skills in a diverse and global environment. PLO 7: Apply effective team skills to work in a diverse and global environment. PLO 8: Identify and assess ethical issues and properly articulate ethical decisions. Required Text(s): Stanwick, Peter A. and Sarah D. Stanwick. 2017. Understanding Business Ethics, Third Edition. Thousand Oaks, CA: SAGE Publications. ISBN: 9781506303239 Other course material as assigned by the Professor at no cost to the student STUDENT EVALUATION Course Requirements Weights Weekly Quizzes 170pts 34% Group Participation 60pts 12% Midterm Exam 85pts 17% Research Paper 85pts 17% Final Exam 100pts 20% Total 500pts 100% Letter Grade Range % Letter Grade Range A 90 - 100 C+ 70 - 74 A- 88 - 89 C 65 - 69 B+ 85 - 87 C- 60 - 64 B 80 - 84 D 55 - 59 B- 75 - 79 F <55 3 Weekly Quizzes 170 points Each week you should read the assigned text chapter and expect an in-class quiz on the specific chapter. Quiz’s will take place via Blackboard and are due by Sunday midnight of the week we are assigned the chapter. You will have two attempts at the quiz and will have 60 minutes to complete the quiz once you begin. Group Participation In Class Assignment 60 points Students will be put into separate groups for the entire semester. On specific dates the Group will be asked to share with the entire class a section of the Chapter that we are covering for that week. There are four different days that we will do this activity. You MUST be in attendance on the day specified, participate with the group which also means delivering a specific piece of learning to the class. (You must arrive to class no later than 15 minutes after the start of class otherwise you will not earn the points associated with this Group assignment) If you are not in class on this day you cannot make up on a different day. You will not earn the points associated with that specific in-class Group assignment. There will be four days and each day is worth 15 points. See the dates on the detail syllabus. Research Paper 85 points DUE MIDNIGHT MAY 10 You will research an organization and write about a situation in which there was either a positive or negative issue of business ethics. This paper should cover as many areas within the course learning as possible. It should include a Works Cited page with appropriate citations. Length of actual written information is five to seven pages this does not include a cover page or work cited page. See the rubric posted on Blackboard for more detail. You will be asked to select an organization that you will do your paper on by March 19th . Only one organization per student so getting your organization selected early guarantees a better chance you will get the organization you wish. In order to get approval by the Professor you will email the selected organization and topic to the Professor at timothy.silva@csueastbay by March 19th . If you do not get approval by March 19th you will loose 25% of your total points available for this assignment right off the top. Mid Term exam in class 85 points Final exam in class 100 points 4 Course Week to Week Detail Required Readings Exams and Coursework Due Dates Week 1 JAN 21 COURSE INTRODUCTION 1/21 and 1/23 SELF INTRODUCTIONS/ ETHICS/TEAMS Week 2 JAN 27 1. The Foundations of Ethical Thought 1/28 AND 1/30 QUIZ CHAPTER 1 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 2/2 Week 3 FEB 3 2. The Evolving Complexities of Business Ethics 2/4 AND 2/6 QUIZ CHAPTER 2 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 2/9 Week 4 FEB 10 3. Stakeholders and Corporate Social Responsibility 2/11 AND 2/13 QUIZ CHAPTER 3 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 2/16 GROUP EXERCISE IN CLASS 2/13 Week 5 FEB 17 4. Ethics and Financial Reporting 2/18 AND 2/20 QUIZ CHAPTER 4 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 2/23 Week 6 FEB 24 5. Ethical Leadership and Corporate Governance 2/25 AND 2/27 QUIZ CHAPTER 5 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 3/1 Week 7 MAR 2 6. Strategic Planning, Corporate Culture, and Corporate Compliance 3/3 AND 3/5 QUIZ CHAPTER 6 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 3/8 GROUP EXERCISE IN CLASS 3/3 Week 8 MAR 9 7. Decision Making and Human Resource Issues 3/10 AND 3/12 QUIZ CHAPTER 7 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 3/15 Week 9 MAR 16 MID TERM 3/19 3/17 AND 3/19 MID TERM 3/19 IN CLASS FINAL PAPER TOPIC AND ORGANIZATION DUE TO 5 Attendance Attendance is required and critical to your success in this course. If you miss more than two weeks’ worth of classes, you will be in danger of failing the course. Be here. Be on time. I will excuse medical emergencies with a doctors’ note. Being present in class also means being engaged—please come prepared to discuss the readings. Course Schedule- Subject to change PROFESSOR VIA EMAIL TODAY MARCH 19. Week 10 MAR 23 8. Ethics and the Environment 3/24 AND 3/26 QUIZ CHAPTER 8 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 3/29 GROUP EXERCISE IN CLASS 3/26 Week 11 MAR 30 SPRING BREAK Week 12 APR 6 9. Ethics and Information Technology 4/7 AND 4/9 QUIZ CHAPTER 9 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 4/12 Week 13 APR 13 10. Marketing and Advertising World 4/14 AND 4/16 QUIZ CHAPTER 10 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 4/19 Week 14 APR 20 11. Ethical Issues in the Developing 4/21 AND 4/23 QUIZ CHAPTER 11 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 4/26 GROUP EXERCISE IN CLASS 4/21 Week 15 APR 27 12. Establishing a Code of Ethics and Ethical Guidelines 4/28 AND 4/30 QUIZ CHAPTER 12 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 5/3 Week 16 MAY 4 13. Evaluating Corporate Ethics 5/5 AND 5/7 QUIZ CHAPTER 13 ON BLACKBOARD DUE MIDNIGHT 5/10 FINAL EXAM w/k of MAY 11 Final Exam in class MAY 14 8am to 10am Research Paper Due 5/10 midnight 6 LATE NOTICE Successfully completing this course requires good time management. All assignments should be completed and turned in on time. If an assignment is turned in late the overall grade will be reduced by 20% for each day late. STUDENT INFORMATION “By enrolling in this class, the student agrees to uphold the standards of academic integrity described in the catalog at http://www.csueastbay.edu/ecat/current/i-120grading.html#section12.” Policy on Student Conduct The University is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy living and learning environment for students, faculty, and staff. Each member of the campus community should choose behaviors that contribute toward this end (http://www.csueastbay.edu/studentconduct/student-conduct.html). POLICY ON ACADEMIC DISHONESTY: The following statement and reference to University policies regarding cheating and academic dishonesty: “By enrolling in this class the student agrees to uphold the standards of academic integrity described at http://www20.csueastbay.edu/academic/academic- policies/academicdishonesty.html.” The University has a published policy on cheating and academic dishonesty. Students are expected to be familiar with the policy and to abide by it. Cheating will result in: 1) a zero score on the test and the loss of all grading options; and/or 2) an "F" grade for the course; and/or 3) referral to the Academic Vice President for expulsion from the University. A Note on Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation (DHR) Title IX and CSU policy prohibit discrimination, harassment and retaliation, including Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment or Sexual Violence. CSUEB encourages anyone experiencing such behavior to report their concerns immediately. CSUEB has both confidential and non-confidential resources and reporting options available to you. Non-confidential resources include faculty and staff, who are required to report all incidents and thus cannot promise confidentiality. Faculty and staff must provide the campus Title IX coordinator and or the DHR Administrator with relevant details such as the names of those involved in an incident. For confidential services, contact the Confidential 7 Advocate at 510-885-3700 or go to the Student Health and Counseling Center. For 24-hour crisis services call the BAWAR hotline at 510-845-7273. For more information about policies and resources or reporting options, please visit the following websites: http://www.csueastbay.edu/af/departments/riskmanagement/investigations/register-complaints.html www.csueastbay.edu/titleix ACCOMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you have a documented disability and wish to discuss academic accommodations, or if you would need assistance in the event of an emergency evacuation, please contact me as soon as possible. Students with disabilities needing accommodation should either speak with me or SDRC. EMERGENCY INFORMATION: California State University, East Bay is committed to being a safe and caring community. Your appropriate response in the event of an emergency can save lives. Information on what to do in an emergency situation (earthquake, electrical outage, fire, extreme heat, severe storm, and hazardous materials, terrorist attach) may be found at: http://www20.csueastbay.edu/af/departments/riskmanagement/ehs/emergencymanagement/index.html Please be familiar with these procedures. Information on this page is updated as required. Please review the information on a regular basis. Writing Resources for CBE Students University Student Center for Academic Achievement (SCAA): What: Free assistance with written assignments online or on-campus. Where: For online support go to the online writing lab, OWL, or for peer tutoring go to the SCAA Center located at LI 3132 (Library Upper Mall, 2nd FL) Why: The SCAA Online Writing Lab (OWL) allows students to submit papers online and receive tutor feedback via email. The SCAA center allows for in-person support through one-on-one tutoring. How: For online, students can upload their paper, here. Papers are distributed to tutors and returned to students with remarks. For in-person, students can make an appointment to work directly with a tutor on-campus, here. For additional resources and assistance with writing, students can click here or find more information on the SCAA website. 8 Hyperlinked addresses: OWL/HERE: http://scaa.csueastbay.edu/online-tutoring/online-writing-lab/ HERE: http://scaa.csueastbay.edu/how-to-get-a-tutor/ CLICK HERE: http://scaa.csueastbay.edu/resources/for-students-handouts/ SCAA WEBSITE: http://scaa.csueastbay.edu/