Human Wisdom for Business: Values, Teamwork, and Ethical Decision-Making

Catalog description

Human Wisdom for Business examines how personal values, purposeful teamwork, and practical wisdom inform ethical decision-making in business contexts. Students begin by identifying and reflecting on the values that shape their approach to work and professional responsibility. Through collaboration on purpose-driven teams, they explore how individual values intersect with organizational goals and stakeholder needs. The course introduces a practical wisdom framework for navigating complex ethical dilemmas that arise in contemporary organizations. Using real-world cases and applied exercises, students practice integrating values, judgment, and ethical reasoning to evaluate challenges and consider responsible courses of action. By the end of the course, students develop tools for applying thoughtful, values-informed judgment in business settings.