BUS 505 - Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Faculty of Business

This course explores the ethical challenges facing business leaders today, and how individuals and firms can address those challenges. The course aims to enhance the skills and expertise of students through combining examination of ethical and managerial theory with discussion of common ethical problems in context. Contemporary ethical and social issues will be examined through the use of case studies, class discussions and debates. Course material includes individual ethical theory, the development of ethical organizational culture, the development of ethical management systems designed to respond to ethical challenges, and wide-ranging discussion regarding major trends, challenges, and opportunities in the field of ethical business.

Winter Term 2026

Lectures

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LECTURE B01
(85942)
50
2026-02-07 - 2026-03-07 (S)
09:00 - 16:50

Fall Term 2026

BUS 505 - Leadership and Society
1.5 units (fi 3)(EITHER, 1.5-0-0)

Business is an integral part of society. This course examines the complex, two-way relationship between business and society, with a focus on how leaders navigate competing demands across social spheres. Students explore historical and contemporary perspectives on the role of business in addressing urgent challenges in society, leadership and community. Case studies equip students to assess the responsibilities and opportunities for leadership in building more sustainable and resilient businesses that incorporate Indigenous perspectives.


Lectures

Section Capacity Class times Login to view Instructor(s) and Location
LECTURE A01
(55360)
55
2026-08-25
09:00 - 11:50
2026-08-26
09:00 - 11:50
2026-08-27
09:00 - 16:50
LECTURE A02
(57790)
55
2026-08-28 - 2026-08-29 (FS)
09:00 - 16:50