This course explores some of the major questions of applied ethics as they relate to the world of work and business: What is the social responsibility of a business? What counts as exploitation in the job market? When and why is transparency important for ethical business? Does advertising create demand rather than serve consumer needs? Do our traditional moral standards continue to apply in a world of changing technology? What duties do businesses owe to the environment? How much loyalty do we owe our employers? The course concludes on a personal level: What is success? What role should work play in your life?
The course will take place on Zoom. Students will be assessed via quizzes and case study analyses.