WAYLAND BAPTIST UNIVERSITY
TUCSON CAMPUS
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
SYLLABUS
1. Mission Statement: Wayland Baptist University exists to educate students in an academically challenging,
Learning-focused and distinctively Christian environment for professional success and service to God and
humankind.
2. Course: BUAD 5304 SU 16 – Business Ethics
3. Term: Summer 2016, May 23 – Aug 6 2016
4. Instructor: Dr. Charles Motzko, P.E.
5. Tucson Campus Center Phone: (520) 792-1506
My Office Phone: (520) 744-7528 (9:00am – 9:00pm)
My Wayland Email Address: charles.motzko@wayland.wbu.edu
6. Office Hours: Available before or after class, or by appointment.
7. Class Meeting Time and Location: Thursday, 6:00PM – 9:40PM at the Tucson Campus Center.
8. Catalog Description: Offers an in-depth investigation of the characteristics of ethical and effective
management, including an assessment of leadership styles within the context of a Christian value
system. Ethical reasoning is developed and applied to a variety of business situations. The analysis of
case studies is a requirement for this course.
9. Prerequisites: None
10. Required Textbook and Resources:
BOOK
Business &
Professional
Ethics for
Directors, Execs
& Accountants
AUTHOR
ED YEAR PUBLISHER
Cengage
Brooks/Dunn
7th
2015
**Bundled **
ISBN#
UPDATED
9781-305382244
5/25/14
ISBN#
UPDATED
**** AND **** BUNDLED ISBN #
BOOK
AUTHOR
ED YEAR PUBLISHER
Ethics on the Job
Pfeiffer, &
Forsberg
4th
2014
Cengage
Learning
5/25/14
11. Optional Materials:
In addition to the two main course textbooks, there will be websites listed with information on business ethics.
These resources provide contemporary information on ethics scandals in domestic and global arenas. All links to
web sites, multi-media, white papers, discussion topics, and case studies will be posted in Blackboard. In addition,
a Case Study Methodology Handbook will be distributed in the first class and a copy posted in Blackboard
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12. COURSE OUTCOME COMPETENCIES:
After this course, you should be able to:
 Know the business ethics issues, definitions, and frameworks important to organizational ethical decisionmaking.
 Know the underlying philosophical base for ethics and values.
 Recognize ethical issues in business.
 Relate the significant issues of an ethical controversy in business to moral philosophy, work group influence,
corporate culture, and social responsibility.
 Defend a theory or principle for resolving an ethical dispute in business.
 Articulate and defend choices in making ethical judgments in business.
 Examine the consequences of unethical and ethical business decisions.
 Understand the role of corporate governance and corporate culture in ethical decision-making.
 Understand how to develop and implement an effective ethics program.
 Evaluate the role of organizational ethics programs and understand the importance of implementing and
auditing ethics and compliance programs.
 Demonstrate critical thinking skills through development of an organizational ethics program.
 Experience current ethical dilemmas through case studies and discussion forums.
13. Attendance Requirements:
Students enrolled at the University’s Tucson Campus should make every effort to participate fully in the
classes. In order to make up incomplete work, the student must explain the reason for the deficiency to the
instructor, who will determine whether the omitted work may be made up. When a student demonstrates a
lack of participation considered by the instructor to be excessive, the instructor will so advise the student. Any
student who misses 25 percent of more of the class will receive a grade of F for the course.
14. Statement on Plagiarism and Academic Dishonesty: Wayland Baptist University observes a zero
tolerance policy regarding academic dishonesty. Per university policy as described in the academic
catalog, all cases of academic dishonesty will be reported and second offenses will result in
suspension from the university.
15. Disability Statement:
“In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), it is the policy of Wayland Baptist
University that no otherwise qualified person with a disability be excluded from participation in, be denied the
benefits of, or be subject to discrimination under any educational program or activity in the university. The
Coordinator of Counseling Services serves as the coordinator of students with a disability and should be
contacted concerning accommodation requests at (806) 291- 3765. Documentation of a disability must
accompany any request for accommodations.”
16. COURSE ASSESSMENTS:
Weekly Class Participation: The weekly discussions will be run in a graduate seminar format. Students will
be graded on their weekly participation and engagement. Students are encouraged to talk to each other and
the instructor/facilitator. The class discussions questions will key on the case dilemmas and current media
headlines.
Weekly Case Dissuasions1: The weekly case discussion are a major part of the graded assignment for this
course. Cases are assigned from the course textbook. Students are to analysis the assigned cases using the
RESOLVEDD approach.
Assigned Case Analysis: Each student will research and write a response to an ethical dilemma utilizing
outside sources. The assigned cases are listed in the Assignment section. Students are to analysis the
assigned cases using the in-depth RESOLVEDD methodology.
Mid-Term Exam2: The Mid-term exam will cover Chapters 1-5 and will be a combination of true/false,
multiple choice, and short answer questions (essay type). The Mid-Term Exam will be given in the Week
5 class on Monday (9/15).
Final Exam2: The final exam will be a comprehensive exam covering learning outcomes, all readings, class
discussion forums, and material from the mid-term. The Final Exam will consist of a combination of
true/false, multiple choice, and short answer questions (essay type). The Final Exam will be given in the
Week 11 class on Monday (10/20).
For the course syllabus, posted prior to the beginning of the term, the instructor reserves the right to make
minor changes prior to or during the term. When changes are under considerations for the assessments,
requirements, and/or grading of the course, the instructor will notify students, via e-mail and Blackboard
announcements.
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17. COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND GRADING CRITERIA:
WEEKLY CLASS PARTICIPATION: Business and professions function within the
framework created by the [ethical] expectations of the public. To explore this goes
beyond theory and delves into one’s own moral values as they apply to the visible
ethical framework. The purpose of the open class discussion to provide a platform to
test one’s individual framework in a (semi) public setting. In the discussions, there is
ALWAYS more than one (right) answer as ethical considerations are mutually
dependent on the total environment in which the decisions are applied.
You must be present to receive class participation points
25 Points per
Week of
Attendance
WEEKLY CASE DISCUSSION1: will discuss the selected case study for that week.
Participation in the discussion is essential to gain a comprehensive understanding of
Business Ethics and Ethical Decision Making. The case discussion will be based on the
RESOLVEDD strategy and framework (Pfeiffer p.39, Section 3.1)
If unable to be present, points will be awarded for submission of a RESOLVEDD
Analysis of the case for that week, due before next class.
25 Points per
Case
CASE ANALYSIS: will be on the selected case study for that week. Weekly Cases
Reviews are due on the day the case is discussed and turned-in at the end-of-class. The
case analysis will answer the questions utilizing critical-thinking, applied learning
skills and the RESOLVEDD framework. Case analysis are to be submitted at the endof-class or posted to Blackboard during the week of assignment.
75 Points per
Case
MID-TERM EXAM2: will cover Chapters 1-5 (Brooks) and Chapters 1-4 (Pfeiffer) and
will be a combination true/false, multiple choice, and short answer (essay) questions
FINAL EXAM2: The final exam will be a comprehensive exam covering learning
outcomes, all readings, class discussion forums, and material from the mid-term. The
final exam will consist of a combination of true/false, multiple choice, and short
answer (essay) questions
TOTAL POINTS FOR COURSE
150 Points
300 Points
1000
Notes for Assignments and Grading:
1.
The Weekly Class Discussion will focus on the selected case study for that week.
2.
There will be NO MAKE UP EXAMS or exams scheduled for different dates UNLESS APPROVED IN ADVANCED.
The Final Grade is based on total points accumulated for the entire course.
A = 90-100%, B = 80-89.9%, C =70-79.9%, D = 60-69.9%, F < 60%
University Grading System:
LETTER GRADE
DESCRIPTION
A
90-100
Honor Grade; clear demonstration of complete mastery of the subject
B
80-89
Above Average; mastery of most course concepts
C
70-79
Average; satisfactory performance
D
60-69
Below Average
F
Below 60
Failure to meet minimum course requirements
Incomplete
A grade of I is granted only if the student is passing the course, but
circumstances beyond the student’s control prevented completion of
required course work during the term & attendance requirements were
met. See catalog for further details.
I
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PERCENTAGE OF
TOTAL POINTS
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18. BUAD5304 SCHEDULE AND ASSIGNMENTS – SUMMER 2016
Week
Subjects & Reading Topics
Class Day
Week 1
May 23 – May29
May 26, 2016
Week 2
May 30 – Jun 5
Jun 2, 2016
Week 3
Jun 6 – Jun 12
Jun 9, 2016

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


Review of course expectations
Case Study Methodology
Define Morals & Ethics
Course Project discussion
Ethics Expectations
Ethical Decision making

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
Course Project Assignments
Ethical Behavior
Ethics & Governance Scandals
Ethical Behavior
Chapters
&
Cases
Assignments For Class &
Discussions On Monday
Points
1–Brooks
2–Pfeiffer
Course Orientation &
Expectations
Establishing the working
definition of morals and ethics
Analysis Techniques for Case
Discussion & Analysis
…
2-Brooks
 Ethics as a Dimension of Social
Responsibility
 The RESOLVEDD Strategy of Making
Ethical Decisions
Case Analysis:
Arthur Andersen:
Questionable
Accounting
Practices
Class Discussion on the Arthur
Anderson case
5–Brooks
3– Pfeiffer
Pfeiffer Discussion
Case 6.2 (pp.80-81)
Be prepared to fully discuss the
RESOLVEDD Strategy
regarding decisions (Pfeiffer,
pp. 38-50)
4–Brooks
4–Pfeiffer
Week 4
Jun 13 – Jun 19
Jun 16, 2016
 Practical Ethical decision Making
 The RESOLVEDD Strategy In-Depth
Week 5
Jun 20 – 26
Case Analysis:
Coping with
Financial and
Ethical Risks at
American
International Group
(AIG)
25
75
Be prepared to fully discuss the
RESOLVEDD Strategy
regarding decisions (Pfeiffer,
pp. 51-67)
Class Discussion on AIG Case
Mid-Term Study Guide
Available
MID-TERM EXAM WEEK
Open Book, Open Notes
25
25
25
75
150
Jun 23, 2016
Week 6
Jun 27 – Jul 3
Jun 30, 2016
Week 7
Jul 7 – Jul 10
 Professional Accounting in the Public
Interest
 Managing Ethics Risks and
Opportunities
5-Brooks
8–Brooks
 The Subprime Lending Fiasco
Case Analysis:
Countrywide- The
Subprime Meltdown
Jul 7, 2016
Week 8
Jul 11 – Jul 17
Jul 21, 2016
Week 10
Jul 25 – Jul 31
Jul 28, 2016
25
Class Case Discussion
25
Class Discussion on Sub-Prime
Lending and the Countrywide
Case
7-Brooks
5- Pfeiffer
Pfeiffer Discussion
Case 6.7 (pp.87-89)
Class Case Discussion
 Developing an Effective Ethics
program
 Ethical Leadership
3-Books
Supplied Reading
Pfeiffer Discussion
Case 6.17 (pp.103105)
Class Case Discussion
Final Study Guide Available
 Business Ethics in a Global Economy
Supplied Reading
Pfeiffer Discussion
Case 6.43 (pp.156-
 The Credibility Crisis
Jul 14, 2016
Week 9
Jul 18 – Jul 24
6–Brooks
Pfeiffer Discussion
Case 6.3 (pp.81-83)
25
Class Case Discussion
Course Review, time permitting
158)
25
25
25
25
FINAL EXAM WEEK
300
pts
TOTAL POINTS
1000
Aug 4, 2016
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19. Basic
Grading Rubrics
WEEKLY CASE DISCUSSION
Needs Improvement
Meets Assignment Criteria
Demonstrating Excellence
Meeting Assignment Criteria
Less than 20 points
20 to less than 22 Points
22 to 25 Points
Writing style is appropriate for
the assignment, few errors in
grammar, spelling, and
punctuation. Good use of applied
learning and critical thinking.
RESOLVEDD framework used
parse the case.
Writing style is appropriate for
the assignment, no errors in
grammar, spelling, and
punctuation. Good use of applied
learning and critical thinking.
RESOLVEDD framework used
to logically present the dilemma
in a meaningful, declarative
manner.
Writing style has errors in
grammar, spelling, and
punctuation. The content does
not demonstrate a clear
understanding of the material.
Limited use of applied learning
and critical thinking. The
RESOLVEDD analysis missing
ASSIGNED CASE ANALYSIS
Needs Improvement
Meets Assignment Criteria
Demonstrating Excellence
Meeting Assignment Criteria
Less than 60 points
60 to less than 68 Points
68 to 75 Points
Writing style is appropriate for
the assignment, few errors in
grammar, spelling, and
punctuation. Good use of applied
learning and critical thinking.
RESOLVEDD framework used
to logically present the dilemma.
Writing style is appropriate for
the assignment, no errors in
grammar, spelling, and
punctuation. Good use of applied
learning and critical thinking.
RESOLVEDD analysis used to
logically present the dilemma in
a meaningful, declarative
manner.
Writing style has errors in
grammar, spelling, and
punctuation. The content does
not demonstrate a clear
understanding of the material.
Limited use of applied learning
and critical thinking. The
RESOLVEDD analysis missing
Typical BUAD5304 Case Analysis Grading Matrix
Spelling (2) ...............
Grammar (3) ...............
Citations (2) . .............
References (3) ..............
Methodology (5) ..........
Analysis (60) .............
TOTAL (75) .............
Comments –
n
n
n
(Supporting the premise)
n
(In support of citations)
n
(Analysis technique)
nn
(Demonstration of critical thinking skills)
nn/75 points
Course Notes:
1.
Graduate Seminar Format: As a first step, it is useful to think of a seminar as a course in which student’s practice critical
thinking about the discipline and learn about research methods commonly used in the field. The emphasis is on thinking
about the discipline, an activity that should occur frequently in both graduate and undergraduate courses. Students can
still be required to write traditional research papers if that activity is appropriate for achieving the course outcomes. The
purpose is to design an intervention (options?) to solve the ethical dilemma described in each case. NOTE: There are
always more than one intervention or “right solution” depending on the context and circumstances.
©2016 Revised 4/19/2016
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