Bachelor 2025/2026

Business ethics and sustainable development

Type: Compulsory course (Management in Creative Industries)

Delivered by: School of Management

When: 1 year, 4 module

Open to: students of all HSE University campuses

Instructors: Aleksandra Sazhina

Language: English

Course Syllabus

Abstract

The course introduces the application of ethical theory and practice to business management. It helps to develop analytical skills for addressing ethical dilemmas in the workplace. The aim of the course is to provide students with a basis for reflection on issues relating to both personal and business ethics. It covers the basics of ethics in general, in management and in business; ethical theories and tests. Learning objectives: • Demonstrate a theoretical and critical understanding of the understanding salient theories, principles and concepts explaining ethical business environment • Critically analyse the ethical environment of an organization/industry and evaluate the ethical constraints and opportunities facing an organization/industry • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the ethical business environment • Become familiar with the benefits of corporate social responsibility in the context of globalized economic and social relations • Identify consequences of unethical business activities