In business ethics, do the means justify the ends, or do the ends justify the means? Looking at the concept of ‘utilitarianism’, how strictly should the following rule be adhered to? That is, is unethical behaviour acceptable if the results are in the interest of the ‘greater good’? Should we focus on the actions, or should we focus on the outcome? The movie The Art of Racing in the Rain is used to discuss this concept.
Includes 10 quiz questions
This programme is valid for 1 month and you will need to complete the full programme within a month of receiving the access link.
Have a look at our other Ethics is blurrier than fiction episodes:
Does “scope of practice” have a gray area? – coming soon
The ethical considerations of work-life balance– coming soon
Is this programme for me?
Online courses or programmes are intended to broaden the knowledge of psychology and other professionals but do not constitute a formal qualification. The completion of any course or programme does not licence any person to practice outside their official scope of practice. Professionals should be registered with the HPCSA to perform any psychological act within South Africa.
Course Details
Duration: 1 hour
Presented by: Nicola Keeve
Materials included:
- 2 Ethics CPD's
Prerequisites: None
Price (South Africa): R546.00
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