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Ethics Courses

Ethics courses can help you learn moral philosophy, ethical theories, and the application of ethical principles in various contexts like business, healthcare, and technology. You can build skills in critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and decision-making that considers diverse perspectives and cultural contexts. Many courses introduce tools such as case studies, ethical frameworks, and scenario analysis, that support evaluating complex situations and making informed choices in both personal and professional settings.


Popular Ethics Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Generative AI in the Workplace: Policies, Ethics, and Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Legal Risk, Operational Risk, Regulatory Compliance, Data Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Emerging Technologies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Novartis

    Introduction to Good Clinical Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research Ethics, Informed Consent, Clinical Data Management, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Patient Education And Counseling, Drug Development, Health Equity, Risk Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    450 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Ethical and Regulatory Implications of Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Compliance Management, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Risking, Governance, Data Governance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
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    University of Pennsylvania

    Ethical Decision-Making in a Social World

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Personal Integrity, Professionalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Social Skills, Leadership, Business Leadership, Compassion, Sociology, Social Sciences, Psychology, Behavioral Economics, Cognitive flexibility, Compliance Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    CertNexus

    Detect and Mitigate Ethical Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Accountability, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Information Privacy, Risk Mitigation, Safety and Security, Business Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Introduction to Ethical Hacking Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Policies, Data Ethics, Cyber Governance, Application Security, Cyber Risk, Computer Security, Security Testing, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    83 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Ethical Decision Making for Success in the Tech Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Courage, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Business Ethics, Technical Management, Professionalism, Engineering Management, Personal Integrity, Leadership

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    89 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    CertNexus

    Turn Ethical Frameworks into Actionable Steps

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Ethics, Strategic Thinking, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Regulatory Compliance, Analytical Skills, Responsible AI, Technology Strategies, Compliance Management, Decision Making, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Information Privacy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    154 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    Ethical AI Use

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI Product Strategy, Generative AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics, Natural Language Processing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    The Ethical Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Leadership, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Decision Making, Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Leadership Development

    4.5
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Avoiding Ethical Pitfalls in the Tech Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Management, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Engineering Management, Decision Making, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    CertNexus

    CertNexus Certified Ethical Emerging Technologist

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Data Ethics, Governance, Business Ethics, Strategic Leadership, Responsible AI, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Media Relations, Strategic Thinking, Communication Strategies, Business Leadership, Accountability, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Emerging Technologies, Organizational Leadership, Risk Management, Communication, Leadership, Test Planning, Learning Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular ethics courses

  • Generative AI in the Workplace: Policies, Ethics, and Risks: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Good Clinical Practice: Novartis
  • Ethical and Regulatory Implications of Generative AI: Microsoft
  • Ethical Decision-Making in a Social World: University of Pennsylvania
  • Detect and Mitigate Ethical Risks: CertNexus
  • Introduction to Ethical Hacking Principles: SkillUp
  • Ethical Decision Making for Success in the Tech Industry: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Turn Ethical Frameworks into Actionable Steps: CertNexus
  • Ethical AI Use: Kennesaw State University
  • The Ethical Leader: Johns Hopkins University

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