Business Ethics Course | IIT Kharagpur | Prof. Susmita Mukhopadhyay
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 5369 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Core |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 12 weeks |
| Categories | Management Studies |
| Credit Points | 3 |
| Level | Postgraduate |
| Start Date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| End Date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 02 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 25 Apr 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Master Business Ethics: A 12-Week Postgraduate Course with IIT Kharagpur
In today's complex global business environment, ethical decision-making is not just a moral imperative but a strategic necessity. We are proud to present a detailed, 12-week postgraduate course on Business Ethics, instructed by the esteemed Prof. Susmita Mukhopadhyay from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur. This course is meticulously designed to equip future leaders with the frameworks and tools needed to navigate ethical dilemmas and champion sustainable, responsible business practices.
Meet Your Instructor: Prof. Susmita Mukhopadhyay
This course is led by an academic authority in the field. Prof. Susmita Mukhopadhyay is an Associate Professor at Vinod Gupta School of Management (VGSOM), IIT Kharagpur. Her impressive credentials include:
- Academic Excellence: Ph.D. from Calcutta University and a Fellow from the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), Kolkata.
- Areas of Specialization: Human Resource Management, Industrial Psychology, Business Values and Ethics, and Organizational Behaviour.
- Accolades: A gold medalist in M.Sc., she is a recipient of the Young Scientist Award and the Search of Excellence Award.
- Industry Alignment: Selected for the Microfinance Researchers Alliance Fellow Program at the Centre for Microfinance, IFMR, Chennai.
Under her expert guidance, you will gain insights grounded in rigorous research and practical relevance.
Course Overview and Objectives
This course aims to develop a deep understanding of the principles of Business Ethics and their critical application in contemporary business decision-making. It places a strong emphasis on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and building sustainable business models in the age of globalization.
Intended Audience: Any interested learner with a foundational understanding of business.
Prerequisites: A graduation degree and a basic understanding of business management concepts.
Industry Support: Knowledge of Business Ethics is fundamental for the long-term sustainability of any enterprise. This course, focusing on personal integrity and social responsibility, is designed to meet high industry demand for ethically-conscious professionals.
Detailed 12-Week Course Layout
The course is structured to provide a comprehensive journey from foundational concepts to specific applications across business functions.
| Week | Module Title & Key Topics |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Business Ethics: An Overview - Introduction to core concepts and importance. |
| Week 2 | Framing Business Ethics - CSR, stakeholders, and corporate citizenship. |
| Week 3 | Ethical Theories - Philosophical foundations for ethical reasoning. |
| Week 4 | Tools and Techniques - Ethics management systems and the role of regulatory agencies. |
| Week 5 | Contextualizing Ethics - Corporate Governance, ethics in accounting and finance. |
| Week 6 | Employees and Business Ethics - Workplace ethics, diversity, and labor rights. |
| Week 7 | Consumers and Business Ethics - Product safety, marketing ethics, and consumer privacy. |
| Week 8 | Suppliers, Competitors and Ethics - Fair trade, anti-corruption, and ethical competition. |
| Week 9 | Civil Society and Ethics - Engaging with NGOs and community relations. |
| Week 10 | Government, Regulation and Ethics - Compliance, lobbying, and public policy. |
| Week 11 | Environment and Business Ethics - Sustainable development and environmental stewardship. |
| Week 12 | IT and Ethics - Data privacy, AI ethics, and digital responsibility. |
Why Enroll in This Business Ethics Course?
- Academic Rigor from IIT Kharagpur: Learn from a top-tier institution with a curriculum designed for postgraduate-level understanding.
- Holistic Curriculum: Move beyond theory to explore practical applications across all key business stakeholders—employees, consumers, suppliers, government, and the environment.
- Career Relevance: Build a skill set highly valued by industries committed to ethical governance, sustainability, and long-term value creation.
- Expert Instruction: Benefit from the deep knowledge and experience of an award-winning professor specializing in HR, ethics, and organizational behavior.
This course is more than an academic pursuit; it's an investment in becoming a principled and effective leader for the 21st century. Join us to explore how ethical foundations can drive both business success and positive societal impact.
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