Understand why the standards of ethical behavior in business are no different from the ethical standards and norms of the larger society and culture in which a company operates.
Recognize conditions that give rise to unethical business strategies and behavior.
Gain an understanding of why the failure of companies to operate in an ethical manner can be so costly.
Become familiar with how companies that operate in countries with different cultures and ethical norms deal with the need for company personnel to observe uniform ethical standards worldwide.
Gain an understanding of the concepts of corporate social responsibility, corporate citizenship, and corporate sustainability.
