Introduction to Corporate Responsibility
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | TLA0801 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Professional Studies |
| Curriculum: | LT 2015 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Business Administration |
| Year of Study: | 2 (2016-2017) |
| Credits: | 6 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Peltola, Mikko |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Courses During the Academic Year 2016-2017
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | T-LT-2K | 2016-09-01 – 2017-03-05 | Päivi Rajala | Finnish | 2016-08-22 – 2016-09-19 |
| 9 | T-LT-2M, T-LT-2O | 2016-09-01 – 2017-03-05 | Tarja Launonen | Finnish | 2016-08-22 – 2016-09-19 |
| 10 | T-LT-2T | 2016-09-01 – 2017-03-05 | Tarja Launonen | Finnish | 2016-08-22 – 2016-09-19 |
Learning Outcomes
The student knows central theories on ethics and corporate responsibility and is able to use them to evaluate the responsibility of business. The student is able to evaluate the environmental impacts of business and provide tools for development.
Student's Workload
Total work load 162 h
-scheduled studies 78 h
-independent studies 84 h
The assesment of student's own learning 1 h is included in contact lessons.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
No prerequisites.
Contents
Central ethical theories, ethical thinking, role of ethics in business. Individual and organizational values. Central theoretical models in corporate responsibility, such aas stakeholder model. Sustainable development and its economic, social and environmental dimensions. Interconnection between business and society. Causes and consequences of environmental problems, environmental management, environmental attitudes and behavior.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Aaltonen, T. 2004. Vastuullinen johtaminen. Helsinki. WSOY.
Aaltonen, T. & Junkkari, L. 1999. Yrityksen arvot ja etiikka. Juva. WSOY.
Autio, S. & Lettenmeier, M. 2002. Ekotehokkuus – Business as Future. Hämeenlinna. TKK Koulutuskeskus Dipoli. Saatavissa netissä ilmaiseksi
Ketola, T. 2005. Vastuullinen liiketoiminta Sanoista teoiksi. Helsinki. Edita.
Juutinen, S. 2010. Strateginen yritysvastuu. Helsinki. WSOY.
Lisäksi muu ajankohtainen, eri muodoissa julkaistava materiaali.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures and exercises 60 h
Assignment 18 h
Assessment Criteria
5 The student knows exceptionally well the central theories in ethics and corporate responsibility and is able to apply them in practical situations within his/her own field critically from different points of view. The student is able to evaluate the responsibility and environmental impacts of business critically and variedly. He /she is also able to propose justifiable means for development.
3 The student knows the central theories in ethics and corporate responsibility and is able to apply them in practical situations within his/her own field. The student is able to evaluate the responsibility and environmental impacts of business. He /she is also able to propose means for development.
1 The student knows some central theories in ethics and corporate responsibility. He/she understands the importance of ethics and responsibility in the practice of his/her own field. The student is able to evaluate the responsibility and environmental impacts of business.
Assessment Methods
Exam, group works, assignments.