MOL 636 - Ethical Leadership & Governance

1 course unit

Organizational leaders work in complex societal roles, with internal and external accountability for ethical behavior. Most leadership decision-making has legal and ethical consequences, and executive leadership requires an understanding of organizational governance theory and practice. This multifaceted course presents a broad set of ethical viewpoints to address governance and the ethical and social responsibilities of contemporary organizations. It examines decision-making where legal, reputational, and ethical consequences are especially pronounced. Studying ethical leadership considers leaders’ conduct and leaders’ character using case studies, simulations, and critical writing and analysis.