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I. COURSE DESCRIPTION<br />
DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY-DASMARINAS<br />
College of Business Administration <strong>and</strong> Accountancy<br />
Allied Business Department<br />
COURSE SYLLABUS<br />
Course Title <strong>Social</strong> <strong>Responsibility</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Good</strong> <strong>Governance</strong><br />
Course Code MGNT405<br />
Units Earned 3<br />
Prerequisite NONE<br />
Professor<br />
E-mail Address<br />
Consultation Period Time Day Venue<br />
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Guided by the values of faith, zeal for service <strong>and</strong> communion in mission, this course discusses ethical theories, principles <strong>and</strong> concepts as they apply to<br />
that human activity we call “business”. This is achieved by helping students realize their full potentials (has passion for excellence) as future managers<br />
<strong>and</strong> business leaders, in collaboration with the community as God’s people (God - loving), <strong>and</strong> partners in economic <strong>and</strong> nation building (patriotic).The<br />
underlying aim of this subject is to prepare the students to make sound ethical decisions in business <strong>and</strong> become socially <strong>and</strong> morally responsible<br />
managers, entrepreneurs <strong>and</strong> business leaders.<br />
II. DESIRED LEARNING RESULTS<br />
Expected Lasallian Graduate<br />
Attributes (ELGAs)<br />
Passionate for excellence<br />
At the end of the course, the following are expected to be realized:<br />
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Demonstrate the ability to analyze moral issues in business <strong>and</strong> provide appropriate ethical<br />
solutions to them.<br />
Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental ethical principles by applying them concretely in<br />
business <strong>and</strong> organizational decision-making.<br />
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God-loving<br />
Patriotic<br />
III. FINAL PRODUCT<br />
Exhibit conviction of a true business leader by living <strong>and</strong> contextualizing the Lasallian values of<br />
faith, zeal <strong>and</strong> communion in <strong>and</strong> out of the workplace.<br />
Demonstrate the character of a Christian professional by animating business <strong>and</strong> organizational<br />
transactions with gospel values.<br />
Manifest a desire for the institutionalization of Corporate <strong>Social</strong> <strong>Responsibility</strong> among Filipino<br />
businesses.<br />
Exhibit a strong desire to apply the principles of good governance in running <strong>and</strong> operating profit<br />
<strong>and</strong> non-profit organizations.<br />
The goal is to come up with a group research about the Best Practices of Corporate <strong>Social</strong> <strong>Responsibility</strong> (CSR) among selected companies in the<br />
CALABARZON area, report it in class <strong>and</strong> be able to answer questions.<br />
o The class will be divided in groups <strong>and</strong> will do a research through observation, interviews <strong>and</strong> plant visits about the programs, activities <strong>and</strong><br />
policies being undertaken by different companies on CSR.(Has passion for excellence)<br />
o You shall act as a Resource Person <strong>and</strong> report to the class your findings by way of written output <strong>and</strong> power point presentation. (Patriotic)<br />
o Your report <strong>and</strong> presentation shall run for 30 minutes <strong>and</strong> must show the different involvement of selected companies on various CSR activities<br />
<strong>and</strong> the impact they make to their stakeholders. Your output must also show relevant assessment of these CSR functions <strong>and</strong> activities in<br />
relation to the principles of ethics <strong>and</strong> good governance which you have learned in our class discussions. (God-loving)<br />
ELGA-based rubric for the final output (adapted from Rooney <strong>and</strong> the High Plains Regional Technology in Education Consortium)<br />
A. Patriotic<br />
Characteristics Advanced (4 points) Intermediate (3 points) Elementary (2 points) Beginner (1 point) Score<br />
Data gathering Multiple techniques were<br />
utilized in data gathering.<br />
Teamwork<br />
Adequate techniques<br />
were used in data<br />
gathering.<br />
Data gathering technique<br />
was not sufficient.<br />
Data gathering was not<br />
systematic.<br />
Excellent group effort Adequate group effort Not enough group effort Poor or no group effort<br />
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B. Passionate for excellence<br />
Characteristics Advanced (4 points) Intermediate (3 points) Elementary (2 points) Beginner (1 point) Score<br />
Presentation Presentation shows<br />
strong structure <strong>and</strong><br />
enhances good effect<br />
Subject knowledge<br />
Visual<br />
Full subject knowledge is<br />
demonstrated<br />
Visuals are creative <strong>and</strong><br />
enhances presentation<br />
Quality of output Research <strong>and</strong><br />
presentation are excellent<br />
Assessment<br />
C. God-loving<br />
Data gathered were<br />
adequate analyzed <strong>and</strong><br />
synthesized<br />
Presentation follows<br />
logical sequence<br />
Adequate subject<br />
knowledge is<br />
demonstrated<br />
Visuals enhance<br />
presentation<br />
Research <strong>and</strong><br />
presentation are good but<br />
inadequate<br />
Data gathered were not<br />
synthesized well<br />
Connection in some parts<br />
of the presentation needs<br />
improvement<br />
Not enough subject<br />
knowledge is shown<br />
Some parts in the visuals<br />
need improvement<br />
Research <strong>and</strong><br />
presentation are<br />
mediocre<br />
Data gathered were<br />
insufficient<br />
Presentation is not<br />
organized<br />
No knowledge of the<br />
subject is exhibited<br />
Presentation is not<br />
organized<br />
Research <strong>and</strong><br />
presentation poorly done<br />
Information gathered was<br />
not converted into<br />
relevant data.<br />
Characteristics Advanced (4 points) Intermediate (3 points) Elementary (2 points) Beginner (1 point) Score<br />
Integration Application of ethical<br />
principles were logically<br />
made<br />
Open forum All questions were<br />
answered in the light of<br />
Christian decorum<br />
Closing Closing clearly integrates<br />
Christian values <strong>and</strong><br />
principles<br />
Application of ethical<br />
principles were<br />
inadequate<br />
Most questions were<br />
answered in the light of<br />
Christian decorum<br />
Closing did not<br />
adequately integrate<br />
Christian values <strong>and</strong><br />
principles<br />
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Application of ethical<br />
principles were not<br />
consistent<br />
Some questions were<br />
answered in the light of<br />
Christian decorum<br />
Closing was not clear as<br />
to whether or not the<br />
Christian values <strong>and</strong><br />
principles were integrated<br />
Application of ethical<br />
principles were not made<br />
Only few questions were<br />
answered in the light of<br />
Christian decorum<br />
Closing clearly did not<br />
integrate Christian values<br />
<strong>and</strong> principles<br />
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IV. VALID ASSESSMENT<br />
Preliminary<br />
Midterm/Enabling<br />
Criteria Final/Culminating Criteria<br />
Major Exams 40% Final Product 30%<br />
Quizzes 20% Major Exam 30%<br />
Case Analysis 20% Quizzes 20%<br />
Assignments 10% Assignments 10%<br />
Class Participation/Attendance 10% Class Participation/Attendance 10%<br />
Total 100% Total 100%<br />
V. COURSE OUTLINE<br />
Topics Hours Teaching Strategies Class Activities<br />
Preliminary (24 hours): Basic principles of Ethics <strong>and</strong> Philosophy<br />
Ethics <strong>and</strong> 5<br />
God loving - Gospel reading <strong>and</strong> Reflection<br />
Business<br />
Passionate for excellence – Active class participation <strong>and</strong> submission<br />
of assignments<br />
Philosophical 7 Lecture method<br />
God loving - Gospel reading <strong>and</strong> Reflection<br />
Background of<br />
Passionate for excellence - Active class participation, quizzes, case<br />
Business Ethics<br />
Power point presentation<br />
analysis, <strong>and</strong> submission of assignments<br />
Relationship of<br />
Ethics <strong>and</strong> Other<br />
Sciences<br />
Critical Survey of<br />
Normative Ethical<br />
Theories<br />
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Establish rapport<br />
God loving - Gospel reading <strong>and</strong> Reflection<br />
Passionate for excellence - Active class participation, quizzes, case<br />
analysis, <strong>and</strong> submission of assignments<br />
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Passionate for excellence - Active class participation, quizzes, case<br />
analysis, <strong>and</strong> submission of assignments<br />
Midterm: Ethical Issues in Business (15 hours)<br />
Contemporary 10<br />
Ethical Issues in<br />
Business <strong>and</strong><br />
Lecture method<br />
Corporate World<br />
Power point presentation<br />
Business <strong>and</strong> 5<br />
Ecology<br />
Dialectic discussion<br />
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God loving - Gospel reading <strong>and</strong> Reflection<br />
Passionate for excellence - Active class participation, quizzes, case<br />
analysis, <strong>and</strong> submission of assignments<br />
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Final: Corporate <strong>Social</strong> <strong>Responsibility</strong> <strong>and</strong> Work Ethic (15 hours)<br />
Corporate <strong>Social</strong> 10<br />
<strong>Responsibility</strong><br />
Lecture method<br />
Research presentation/Open forum<br />
Dialectic discussion<br />
Developing <strong>Good</strong><br />
Work Ethic <strong>and</strong><br />
values<br />
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Power point presentation<br />
A. VI. COURSE POLICIES<br />
God loving - Gospel reading <strong>and</strong> Reflection<br />
Passionate for excellence - Active class participation, quizzes, case<br />
analysis, <strong>and</strong> submission of assignments, film showing<br />
God loving- Gospel reading <strong>and</strong> Reflection<br />
Passionate for excellence-submission of business philosophy, quizzes<br />
i. Class Attendance. A significant portion of your learning is dependent on your participation in, <strong>and</strong> contribution to, the classroom<br />
community. You are expected to be in class, turn in all work on time, <strong>and</strong> significantly contribute to the classroom discussion. You<br />
should notify me personally in advance regarding all approved absences.<br />
You maybe absent only (due to sickness or extremely unavoidable circumstances), for a maximum of 9 hours, inclusive of tardiness. You are<br />
held responsible for all lessons <strong>and</strong> requirements that you missed during your absence. All absences after that shall mean excessive<br />
absences, which merit a grade of 0.00.<br />
ii. Assignments. Assignments will be due at the beginning of class unless otherwise indicated. Assignments turned in after the due<br />
date will not be accepted. There is no provision for make up for any missed assignment.<br />
iii. Seatwork. There is no provision for makeup for any missed seatwork.<br />
iv. Quizzes <strong>and</strong> Examinations. You are expected to do your own work on the examinations <strong>and</strong> are responsible to protect your work<br />
from being copied by your classmates. Reference materials may not be used during quizzes <strong>and</strong> examinations. Make-up quizzes<br />
are given for excused absences only. If you missed any quiz you should see me during my consultation hours on the day you report<br />
to our class to schedule the make up quiz. You will lose the chance to take the special quiz if you fail to take such as scheduled.<br />
v. Major Examinations. There will be two major examinations with a Comprehensive Final Examination. You may take a special<br />
examination only if your failure to take such is due to an approved absence, sickness, or extremely unavoidable circumstances. You<br />
are responsible for arranging the schedule with me. Special major examination is given only within one week after the examination<br />
schedule.<br />
vi. Policy on Scholastic Dishonesty. Acts prohibited by the University for which discipline may be administered include scholastic<br />
dishonesty, including but not limited to, cheating on an examination or quiz, plagiarizing, <strong>and</strong> unauthorized collaboration with<br />
another in preparing outside work. The academic work you will submit shall be the result of your thought, research, or selfexpression.<br />
An academic work is defined as, but not limited to, tests, quizzes, whether taken electronically or on paper; projects,<br />
either individual or group; classroom presentations, <strong>and</strong> assignments. If you engaged yourself in an academic dishonesty you will be<br />
subjected to a range of disciplinary actions, from a failing grade on an activity in question to expulsion from the University.<br />
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VII. REFERENCES<br />
Basic Text:<br />
vii. Reference materials. The reference materials are essential learning tools. In order to succeed in this course. You will need to<br />
spend time reading it in advance.<br />
viii. Proper Decorum in the Classroom. Cellular phones should always be in silent mode during class hours; the use of cellular<br />
phones is prohibited in class unless a special permission is sought. The use of walkman or similar gadgets during class hours is<br />
also prohibited. The use of translators is strictly prohibited during quizzes <strong>and</strong> major examinations. Civility in the classroom is<br />
expected from all members of the class.<br />
ix. General Concerns. All written requirements should be completed on appropriate working papers with your name, date <strong>and</strong> type of<br />
course requirement. Documents should have a neat, professional appearance <strong>and</strong> be stapled in correct sequential order. All written<br />
answers/solutions must be prepared using correct format, grammar, punctuation <strong>and</strong> spelling. You must provide your own supplies,<br />
including a non programmable calculator, for use whenever necessary. Only black ballpoint pen is allowed.<br />
x. Other Concerns Relative to the Class. Any concern that is relevant to the class should be brought to my attention before it is<br />
elevated to a higher authority or an outside party. This would cover, for instance, complaints directed to me (manner of teaching,<br />
grades, etc.) or to your classmates. Special arrangements requested due to certain situations (e.g., a student’s disabling condition)<br />
may be decided <strong>and</strong> acted on a case to case basis.<br />
xi. Other matters. Other matters not provided in the preceding policies concerning this class maybe resolved within the bound of<br />
University policy.<br />
Roa, Floriano C. (2011) Business Ethics <strong>and</strong> <strong>Social</strong> <strong>Responsibility</strong>. (2 nd ed.) Quezon City: Rex Bookstore, Inc.<br />
Other References:<br />
Agapay, Ramon B. (2004) Ethics <strong>and</strong> the Filipino. M<strong>and</strong>aluyong City: National Bookstore.<br />
Articulo, Archimedes C. (2004) Moral Philosophy: an Introduction. Quezon City: Great Books Publishing.<br />
Babor, Eddie R. (2007) Ethics: The Philosophical Discipline of Action. Quezon City: Rex Bookstore, Inc.<br />
Maximiano, Jose Mario. (2003). Corporate <strong>Social</strong> <strong>Responsibility</strong> : Basic Principles <strong>and</strong> Best Practices. Manila: De La Salle Press<br />
Moga, Michael. (2004). Towards Authentic Morality. M<strong>and</strong>aluyong City: National Bookstore.<br />
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Montemayor, Felix M. (1994) Ethics: The philosophy of Life. Manila: National Bookstore.<br />
Peschke, Karl H. (2001) Christian Ethics. Manila: Logos Publications, Inc.<br />
Shaw, William H. (1999) Business Ethics. New York: Wadsworth Publishing Company.<br />
Shaw, William H. (2005) <strong>Social</strong> <strong>and</strong> Personal Ethics. Canada: Wadsworth Publishing Company.<br />
Velasquez, Manuel G. (1998) Business Ethics Concepts <strong>and</strong> Cases, 4 TH EDITION. Singapore: Prentice Hall International Inc.<br />
White, James E. (2009) Contemporary Moral Problems. USA: Wadsworth Thomson Learning Inc.<br />
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