
About the Course
This two-day programme is designed to develop participants’ understanding and
application of ethical business principles in a structured and practical manner.
Participants will explore ethical concepts, identify common workplace ethical risks, and
apply ethical decision-making frameworks through realistic case studies and guided
discussions. The programme also emphasises building an ethical culture,
accountability, and compliance awareness within organisations.
TARGET PARTICIPANTS
This programme is suitable for:
Executives and officers
Supervisors and managers
Administrative and operational staff
Employees involved in decision-making, procurement, finance, HR, or customer-facing roles
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this programme, participants will be able to:
Understand core ethical principles and their relevance to business practices
Identify ethical risks and dilemmas in workplace situations
Apply ethical decision-making frameworks to resolve issues responsibly
Demonstrate ethical judgment aligned with organisational values and policies
Contribute to the promotion of an ethical and compliant workplace culture
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS/ PRE-REQUISITES (IF APPLICABLE)
No formal pre-requisites required
Suitable for employees at all organisational levels
EXPECTED BENEFITS TO ORGANISATION
Understand Foundational Concepts of Business Ethics
Stronger ethical awareness and compliance
Develop Ethical Leadership Skills
Apply a Decision Making-Model
Navigate Common Ethical Challenges
Enhance Stakeholder Management
Enhanced organisational reputation and governance
Improved decision-making and accountability
Promote Compliance and Transparency
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of the programme, participants will be able to demonstrate:
Knowledge
Understanding of ethical, governance standards and codes of conduct
Skills
Ability to analyse ethical dilemmas and make responsible business decisions
Workplace Application
Heightened ethical awareness, accountability, and integrity at work
MODULE BREAKDOWN
Module 1: Fundamentals of Business Ethics Practices
Defining Business Ethics
The ROI of Ethics
Ethical Frameworks
Module 2: The Role of Leadership & Culture
Ethical Leadership
Creating a Code of Conduct
Establishing Reporting Mechanism
Module 3: : Stakeholder Management & Social Responsibility
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
The difference between ethics and CSR
How CSR initiatives can create shared values
The triple bottom line: People, Planet and Profit
Module 4: Ethical Decision Making
The Ethical Dilemma
The Ethical Decision Model
Practical Exercise
Module 5:Common Ethical Challenges in the Work Place
Conflict of Interest
Gifts and Entertainment
Confidentiality and Data Privacy
Fairness in the Work Place
Hands on Activity
Module 6: Ethics in Marketing & Sales
Truth in Advertising
Ethical Sales Practices
Consumer Rights & Protection
Case Study
Module 7: Ethics in Finance & Accounting
Transparency & Financial Reporting
Avoiding Fraud
Ethical Investing
Case Study
Module 8: Global Business Ethics & Human Rights
Identifying Stakeholders
Cross Cultural Ethics
Fair Labour Practices
Supply Chain Responsibility
Module 9: Compliance and Whistleblowing
Importance of the COmpliance Program
Whistleblower Protections
The Role of Technology
Module 10: Building a Personal Ethical Compass
Personal Values vs Corporate Values
Developing Moral Courage
Action Planning
Module 11: Final Capstone Project
Participants will be given complex ethical scenarios to apply decision making process, present solution and justification
TRAINING METHODOLOGY
The programme will be delivered using a combination of:
Instructor-led lecture
Live demonstration
Hands-on practical exercises
Individual and group activities
Case studies based on real workplace data
ASSESSMENT/ EVALUATION METHOD
Participants will be assessed through:
Case study analysis and group discussion
Scenario based exercises
Observation and facilitator feedback
Post training reflection or assessment
TRAINING SCHEDULE (2 DAYS)
Schedule can be referred in booking page. Further details will be communicated via email.
PROGRAMME DURATION SUMMARY
Total Training Hours: 14 hours
Theory: 45%
Practical/ Discussion: 55%
TRAINING MATERIALS PROVIDED
Participant handbook
Case Studies and discussion guides
Presentation slides
Reference materials
CERTIFICATION
Certificate of Attendance will be issued upon completion of the programme
Your Instructor
Sh Zool Helmi Mubarak
Sh Zool Hilmy Bin Mubarak is a Training Coordinator with a strong foundation in accountancy and management accounting, holding a BA (Hons) in Accountancy from the University of Lincolnshire & Humberside and a Diploma in CIMA Management Accounting. Since 2024, he has been delivering training in Excel, Power BI, and Business Ethics. Backed by extensive industry experience across leading organisations—including Nufarm (M) Sdn. Bhd., Latexx Partner Bhd., BASF Shared Service Center Sdn. Bhd., BASF (M) Sdn. Bhd., and Hume Industries (M) Sdn. Bhd.—he specialises in data analysis, dashboard development, financial management, and business ethics. His training approach is practical, hands-on, and case-study driven, with a strong focus on real workplace application.
