SE-104-1 Introduction to Economic Thought and Ethics

Bachelor's Programme in Business Administration , Bachelor's Programme in Mathematical Finance , Master's Programme in Business Administration (5-years) , Bachelor's Programme in Auditing

Autumn

Norwegian

Upon succesful completion of this course, the students will have acquired basic knowledge about the characteristics of economic thought, what ethics is and the relations between the two.

As economics basically is prioritizing various alternatives of limited resources, the roles of individuals, companies, organizations and public sector - the understanding of the consequences of this is emphasised.

Business ethics and corporate social responsibility are equally emphasised.

The development in economic thought from Adam Smith up until the present will be examined, leading to the field of business ethics, illustrated by current cases from the news media. The concept of ethics will be more closely discussed, especially in relation to economic thought and practice. Ethical aspects in the use of research results and other sources is also covered.

2 hours of lectures and 2 hours of group work each week

Approved assignment. More information will be given in Fronter at the start at the semester.

4-hour written examination with graded marks

Theoretical

First cycle i.e. bachelor level

Normally first year

Head of Department Andre Tofteland

Available on request

Face-to-face

The syllabus will be published on the home page of the course when finalised. See link in the upper right hand corner of the page.

SE-104- G - 5 ECTS credits
SE-107- 1 - 5 ECTS credits

Yes

Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences

ECTS Course Catalogue University of Agder 2010-11
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