Course Overview:

This course explores the complex and challenging landscape of ethical dilemmas that individuals encounter in various aspects of life. Ethical dilemmas often involve conflicting values, principles, or moral obligations, leading to difficult decisions with significant consequences.

Learning Outcome

Upon completion of this course, participants will:

1. Identify and define ethical dilemmas: Recognize situations where conflicting values and moral obligations lead to ethical dilemmas and differentiate them from other types of dilemmas and legal issues.

2. Apply ethical decision-making frameworks: Utilize various ethical decision-making models and frameworks to analyze complex situations, evaluate potential courses of action, and make informed and responsible ethical choices.

3. Analyze ethical challenges in professional settings: Evaluate ethical dilemmas commonly encountered in business, healthcare, legal, political, and public service roles, and develop strategies to address them while upholding professional ethics.

4. Understand cultural influences on ethics: Appreciate the impact of cultural diversity on ethical norms and decision-making, and demonstrate sensitivity to different ethical perspectives in a globalized world.

5. Engage in collaborative ethical decision-making: Navigate ethical dilemmas in group settings effectively, engage in ethical discussions, consider diverse viewpoints, and collaboratively reach ethical resolutions while balancing individual and collective ethical responsibilities.