2.0 CPE Ethical dilemmas plague everyone, even those who are honest and confident in their moral stance. Ethical issues are complicated by changing norms and contrasting social theories. Conflicts result from day-to-day business decisions influenced by factors such as loyalty.
Ethics are not limited to specific acts and defined moral codes. They encompass moral ideas and behaviors (philosophy of life). Theories on social ethics can vary from business ethical theories. This course examines the history of ethics and those philosophers who have influenced ethical thinking.
Why should professionals study the history of ethics? Increased reports of unethical behavior in businesses have stakeholders demanding more accountability. Society’s evaluation of right and wrong affects an organization’s ability to meet goals. By examining history of ethics, understanding the various ethical philosophies and why they were developed, examining issues and lessons learned, management and organizations might be able to begin to change behavior in a positive manner.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the definition and history behind business ethics.
- Identify key philosophers who have assisted in defining societal and business ethics.
- Explore ethical theories in business.
- Explore a case study on business ethics.
Last updated/reviewed: March 12, 2024
Included In Certifications
This course is included in the following Certification Programs:
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- COSO 2013 Control Environment
- Today’s Corporate Ethical Culture - An updated course
- Managing Through Corporate Politics
- Real World Business Ethics Scenarios
- Relationship between Ethics, Morality, and the Law
- Impact of Ethics on Leadership
- Framework for Ethical Decision Making
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- Keys to Understanding Conflicts of Interest
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- Whistleblower Hotlines - Effective Management
51 Reviews (194 ratings)
Reviews
Anonymous
(Accountant)
A little bit different from the normal accounting lessons. I wasn't super familiar with all the philosophers discussed, but considering the amount of time of the lecture, it is a very brief summary of their views, I suspect.
Anonymous
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The overview of philosophers was useful. The "Primary Ethical Concerns of Business" part felt like the standard new propaganda on how companies should run themselves, though. This part should be taken out.
Anonymous
(CFO)
It was interesting to learn about how the Greek Philosophers have influenced more modern theories. Also the concept of what was considered okay in the past but not now shows the evolution of moral values.
Anonymous
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While it was a good course on the overall history of ethics, Aristotle is the philosopher who pioneered Scientific Method, not Socrates. You should change that in the test.
Anonymous
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I think this course should be the first to take prior to any ethics course. Great instructor especially with the flow of information for every section. Thank you Lynn.
Raveendran Madappattu
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Excellent coverage on the history and principles underlying ethics. This is a unique presentation of its kind. Kudos to the efforts made by the presenter!!!
Christopher Hole
(Director of Internal Audit at Roseburg Forest Products)
It's hard to distill the entire history of ethical thought down into a 2 hour business course, but I give credit to the instructor for making the effort.
Anonymous
(Controller)
This course covered the stated learning objectives. It is helpful to have some of the historical background provided here when thinking about ethics today.
Tim Flake
(Financial & Accounting Consultant at DLC Consulting)
I had never considered the concept of how ethics evolved in our culture (other than from a Biblical perspective) and the history was very interesting.
Anonymous
(Accounting Manager)
A great course to learn the overview of ethics and business ethics. It provides applications and cases scenarios for the different theories on ethics.
Shandra Hudson
( at Self)
This course enlightened my concept of business ethics with historical highlights up to modern day ideas and activities. i am compelled to learn more.
Sharon King
(Contractor at Self employed)
I liked the section that explained how Greek philosophers have influenced current business ethics. This course would be beneficial to all auditors.
Anonymous
(internal auditor)
Жаль, что теория этики не рассматривает поведение правительств отдельных стран
Anonymous
(Consultant - Process Specialist)
Good discussion on the history. Would have been better if there was a lengthier discussion on why is there a need to discuss business ethics.
Anonymous
(CPA)
Interesting overview of historical philosophies surrounding ethics. Helpful to see the progression of ancient thought to modern theories.
Anonymous
(Senior Finance Manager)
This was fascinating...I'd never realized just how many ethical theories there were and how far back this had applied to businesses!
Anonymous
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History of ethics is a great course. It was useful to see ancient influencers and more modern thinkers all in one course.
Mark Elders
(Staff Accountant at Buffalo Rock Company)
I really enjoyed this course and learned a lot. Teacher is very intelligent and entertaining too. God bless. Mark Elders
Lilian Dendrinos
(consultant at DLC Group)
I really enjoyed this class. The class posed a lot of interesting issues to consider. I highly recommend this class.
Anonymous
(CPA)
Excellent overview of the history of ethics with practical examples correlating to today’s business environment
Anonymous
(CFO)
Enjoyed the course, particularly surveying the philosphers and writers who set the foundation for ethics study.
Anonymous
(Internal Audit Manager)
Nice overall history of ethics in order to get a better understanding of where we have come from on the topic.
Anonymous
(Accountant)
Excellent course, i really like the instructor. Her slides are clear and detailed and keeps it interesting.
Anonymous
(Risk and Control Manager)
Good refresher on some of the original theories on ethics and how ethics in modern business has evolved.
Anonymous
(Audit Manager)
Very interesting course. It was very enlightening to hear the ethical history and theories in History.
Katherine Dorshimer
(Accountant II at MSU)
I enjoyed learning from history and the different perspectives that influence today's business ethics.
Anonymous
(CSR)
This course presents a clear and concise view of the history of ethics. A more of ground is covered.
Anonymous
(Assistant Internal Audit Manager)
This course provides an overview of ethics and business ethics with interesting historical background
Andy Easton
(VP, Internal Audit at Carlisle Companies)
Fairly basic course on ethics. Nothing ground breaking, but the learning objectives were met.
Jeffrey Kirsch
(CFO / VP Finance at Kirsch CFO Advisor)
I really enjoyed the history of Ethics with Lynn Fountain. She is a wonderful instructor.
Raynard Ellis
( at Tricon American Homes)
Great course to learn more about the history of ethics and some well-known philosophers.
Sylvia Ratliff
(internal audit consultant at self employed)
Very logically presented; interesting and thought-provoking. New perspective on ethics.
Lawrence Hirsch
(Controller at Builders design)
Lynn is on a roll with another great series of courses this time on ethics. GREAT STFF.
Anonymous
(Self Employed)
Short, but very good summary and introduction to Ethics and its application in business.
Robert Werner
(CAO at Invitae)
This program was thorough, provide clarity on complex issues, and educational.
Anonymous
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Course gave very good background for understanding today's business ethics.
Jaden Turner
(Founder - CTO - CIO at QUIKER Quality Engineering)
Really enjoying and learning from each course I've taken from you so far
scott dickens
( at Scott Dickens, CPA)
Great course. However, question 10 answer on final exam is incorrect.
Anonymous
(Head of Internal Audit)
A good "time machine like presentation" regarding philosophy history
Penny Conselman
( at USG)
This course provides a basic understanding of the history of ethics.
Peter Abader
(- at BMO)
Great study materials for history of Ethics in the corporate world
Anonymous
(Accountant)
Great course that makes me want to read more about the topic.
Robert Boucher
(Not Provided at The Hampton Landing Co., LLC)
Important to understanding the current business environment
Anonymous
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Very thorough course with lots of historical perspective.
Anonymous
(Internal control officer)
interesting to see how concept of ethics evolved in time
Theodore Zeck
(Certified Public Accountant at Theodore R. Zeck, CPA)
Eric in Billy Madison would definitely fail this course.
Anonymous
(Sole Practitioner)
well thought out and acceptable for cpe review purposes
Anonymous
()
Good and informative; useful examples were provided.
Anonymous
(Manager)
Interesting topics, well organized, relevant info.
Kevin Murray
(Business Partner - Strategic Projects at The Wesson Group)
An interesting look at the evolution of ethics.
Susan Hertz
(Hospital Lab Finance Director at Raleigh Pathology Assoc @WakeMed)
Lots of new info I never knew - very interesting.
Prerequisites
Course Complexity: Intermediate
No Advanced Preparation or Prerequisites are needed for this course.
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Regarding the final exam, Question #10 had a different answer from what I was expecting based on the lecture. Overall, a great course.