Ethical Leadership

Catalog description

Through a multidisciplinary approach, we will examine ethical dilemmas in leadership as well as the foundations and context of moral implications of decision making within organizations and the impact upon all stakeholders. We will investigate the ethical challenges and decision criteria for ethical decision making. We will continue to design case studies that are focused on ethical issues. Ethical theories and principles used in administration and especially educational organizations will be explored. The GJCS will be used here as students highlight ethical dilemmas that leaders face. The practice of leadership is not confined to those in positions of authority but is required of every member of all professions. Leadership qualities and skills are essential requirements for expert practice in all settings. This course is designed to create opportunities to investigate the ethical and moral reasoning behind our decision making and to be informed by lessons learned in other professions. Emphasis is placed on the values of caring for the whole person and equity.