Understanding Ethical Business Practices

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COURSE INFORMATION Course Title: Understanding Ethical Business Practices Programme Level: Foundation Category/ Skill Area: Corporate Skills Programme/ Governance, Ethics & Compliance / Soft Skills Mode of Training: Physical [Theory: 45%; Practical: 55%] Language of Instruction: English/ Bahasa Malaysia COURSE DESCRIPTION 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 ● Executives and officers; Supervisors and managers; Administrative and operational staff; Employees involved in decision-making, procurement, finance, HR, or customer-facing roles PRE-REQUISITES ● No formal pre-requisites required; Suitable for employees at all organisational levels 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 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 ● 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 TRAINING METHODOLOGY ● Instructor-led lecture; Live demonstration; Hands-on practical exercises; Individual and group activities; Case studies ASSESSMENT ● Case study analysis and group discussion; Scenario based exercises