Ethics and Politics of DecisionMaking (EDD 712)

Term: Academic Year 2026-2027 Graduate Fall Term

Faculty

Jared J BergShow MyInfo popup for Jared J Berg

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Schedule

Thu, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM (8/31/2026 - 10/18/2026) Location: MAIN CLEV C106B

Description

This course provides an opportunity for students to think deeply both about the theory and the practice of ethical leadership. Regarding the first, the students in this course are asked to engage with primary texts from some of philosophy's greatest thinkers. This engagement is intended to encourage students to consider their own ethical beliefs, while asking them to give an account of those beliefs which move beyond a mere common-sense affirmation. Regarding the second, students will be asked to apply what they have learned through the elucidation of their own ethical commitments to contemporary situations which they may encounter as leaders. Fundamental questions addressed by this course include but are not limited to: What is justice? Are there such things as inalienable rights and what are they? Can people or parties with fundamental moral disagreements come to accord over contentious issues? Why are ethical mistakes made, and what can be done to avoid making them? (3 s.h.)