Ethical Leadership

Corporate Social Responsibility course or equivalent competence.

Purpose of the course:
This course examines ethical leadership as a form of organisational guidance grounded in values, moral judgement, and ethical principles. It deepens understanding of how ethical leadership strengthens trust, fairness, and equity while supporting responsible and sustainable decision‑making. The course is aligned with the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) and contributes to the advancement of several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Competencies:

Responsible Management Competence:
You are able to initiate and implement responsible business practices in collaboration with strategic stakeholders and partners.

Ethics:
You are capable of promoting ethically sustainable practices and supporting ethical reflection across diverse operational environments. You advance the implementation of ethical principles and values by making leadership decisions that consider individual, communal, and societal perspectives. You contribute to fostering diversity and accessibility. You adhere to the principles of good scientific practice and promote their application within the workplace.

Internationalisation and Multiculturalism:
You are able to develop practices within your organisation that acknowledge and support multiculturalism.

Learning outcomes:
Upon completing the course, you will be able to evaluate and analyse theories of ethical leadership, ethical principles, and values, as well as their significance for the leadership of work communities, business operations, and organisations. You will be able to advance ethical leadership within an organisation by identifying key stakeholders and recognising the diversity of working life. In addition, you will be able to reflect on your own ethical values and assess your actions from the perspective of ethical leadership.