EMBA 550 - Legal and Ethical Issues

(2 credits)

This course surveys the legal and ethical environment as it affects organizations. Legal topics include: the U.S. and international legal systems; functions and powers of regulatory agencies; and the laws relating to securities, business organizations, employment practices, antitrust and the environment. Ethics related topics include: business ethics vs. personal ethics, organizational philosophy and mission statements, professional codes of ethics, conflicts of interest, and ethical committees.

Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Executive MBA program.

Course updates made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Addendum to the Graduate Catalog.