Course summary
Welcome to Business of Doing Good
The welcome module of the BDG course focuses on instilling a deep understanding of the ethical challenges faced by contemporary businesses. It places a strong emphasis on theoretical frameworks and value creation, urging students to critically analyze how businesses impact various stakeholders and society beyond financial interests. Additionally, the course delves into the evolving meanings of 'Corporate Social Responsibility,' 'sustainability,' and 'stakeholder' engagement, providing a comprehensive view of these concepts and their historical development. Students are encouraged to explore different theoretical approaches to ethics and corporate responsibility, preparing them to navigate ethical issues in real-world business settings.
Practical learning experiences, including international visits and volunteer programs, are integrated into the course to further develop students understanding of ethical business practices. Through active, case-based learning and critical evaluation of theoretical perspectives, the course equips students to create businesses that not only generate profits but also contribute positively to the world. In summary, the welcome module sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of business ethics, value creation, and contemporary business concepts, empowering students to address ethical complexities in today's corporate landscape and drive positive change.
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Welcome to Business of Doing Good
The welcome module of the BDG course focuses on instilling a deep understanding of the ethical challenges faced by contemporary businesses. It places a strong emphasis on theoretical frameworks and value creation, urging students to critically analyze how businesses impact various stakeholders and society beyond financial interests. Additionally, the course delves into the evolving meanings of 'Corporate Social Responsibility,' 'sustainability,' and 'stakeholder' engagement, providing a comprehensive view of these concepts and their historical development. Students are encouraged to explore different theoretical approaches to ethics and corporate responsibility, preparing them to navigate ethical issues in real-world business settings.
Practical learning experiences, including international visits and volunteer programs, are integrated into the course to further develop students understanding of ethical business practices. Through active, case-based learning and critical evaluation of theoretical perspectives, the course equips students to create businesses that not only generate profits but also contribute positively to the world. In summary, the welcome module sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of business ethics, value creation, and contemporary business concepts, empowering students to address ethical complexities in today's corporate landscape and drive positive change.
Teacher:
Ashbal Akhtar,
Chashu Arora,
S M Kamran Hussain,
Sira Igbedion,
Harika Jasti,
Varuni Kaushal,
Usama Khokhar,
Shahid Nawaz,
Habib Niazi,
Reshma R,
Pulkit Sharma,
Nizam Uddin Sheikh,
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