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UMass Amherst University+ (Winter 2026)
Ethics and Professional Responsibilities for Accountants
SCH-MGMTOnline
Professor
Catherine Lowry
Credits
3
Mode
Online
Tuition
$2,515
Course Description
This course introduces students to important ethical issues in the context of business activities. Students will gain an understanding of the relationship between business organizations and society at large, and gain an awareness of the social and economic environments in which ethical issues arise. Students will be introduced to ethical frameworks and theories to help them develop the reasoning and analytical skills essential to addressing these important and sometimes difficult issues. The course will focus on the importance of ethics in decision-making to the long-term success of the business enterprise.
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