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Responsible Management: Ethics, Impact and Competencies

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Sage Publications

Responsible Management: Ethics, Impact and Competencies

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Explore the role of global frameworks in responsible management education

  • Understand how ethics and sustainability shape modern business curricula

  • Examine innovative pedagogies in responsible management learning

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September 2026

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13 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 12 modules in this course

This module explores the critical role of gender equality in sustainability education, examining how it intersects with management practices, pedagogical approaches, and global sustainability goals. Learners will gain insight into the challenges and strategies for integrating gender awareness into educational frameworks and corporate responsibility initiatives.

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1 video9 readings1 assignment

This module explores the evolution of anti-corruption education, its role in shaping ethical business practices, and the impact of global anti-corruption frameworks. It covers historical perspectives, current methodologies, and future directions for integrating integrity into business curricula. Learners will gain insights into how to develop and implement anti-corruption strategies in organizational settings.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment

This module explores the evolution of human rights in business management, covering foundational theories, historical integration into education, and contemporary practices. Learners will examine key frameworks like the UN Global Compact and UNGPs, while analyzing the role of human rights due diligence and the future of corporate responsibility.

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1 video7 readings1 assignment

This module explores the development and application of competences in responsible management and leadership, examining frameworks, organizational models, and the challenges of fostering ethical leadership. Learners will gain insights into how to identify and implement responsible management practices and evaluate their impact on organizational culture and decision-making.

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1 video7 readings1 assignment

This module explores the role of experiential learning in shaping ethical and responsible management education. Learners will gain insight into how real-world experiences enhance learning outcomes and contribute to sustainable business practices. It covers both formal and informal approaches to embedding responsibility in management education.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment

This module explores the role of virtue ethics in business and management, focusing on character development, practical wisdom, and ethical leadership. Learners will examine how virtues shape responsible organizational behavior and how leaders can foster ethical practices through organizational conditions. The content bridges philosophical concepts with real-world applications in business ethics education.

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1 video7 readings1 assignment

This module explores ecocentric perspectives, transdisciplinarity, and radical-reflexivity as transformative approaches to responsible management education. Learners will gain an understanding of how these concepts challenge traditional business education models and support sustainable practices. The module emphasizes the importance of reflexive and interdisciplinary thinking in addressing complex global challenges.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment

This module explores how technology enhances responsible management education by integrating simulations, social media, and mobile apps to address ethical and sustainability challenges. Learners will gain insights into the role of digital tools in fostering relational competence and experiential learning. Practical examples and future trends are discussed to support responsible decision-making in modern organizations.

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1 video5 readings1 assignment

This module explores the integration of sustainability principles into online management education, focusing on the MEB program's structure, challenges, and opportunities. Learners will gain insights into designing effective online courses for responsible management and understand the role of digital learning in sustainability education.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment

This module explores the challenges and contradictions within responsible management education, focusing on how organisational culture influences ethical decision-making and the limitations of current educational frameworks. Learners will critically examine the ontological assumptions that shape management education and consider alternative perspectives on ethical leadership.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment

This module explores the implementation of transformational approaches to responsible management education through a systems perspective. It highlights the importance of collaboration, trust, and communication in fostering sustainable organizational change. Learners will gain insights into how educational institutions can shift toward more holistic and impactful learning practices.

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1 video7 readings1 assignment

This module explores strategies for developing faculty and institutional structures to support responsible management education. It covers how to create and sustain RME initiatives, build networks across disciplines, and implement a unified approach to ethical and sustainable practices in business education.

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1 video4 readings2 assignments

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