Why Business? What is the Role of Business in a Just and Humane Society

About this course

The course examines the common perceptions of business (both positive and negative) and the role of business in a market economy by first introducing the main elements of a market economy, and then presenting opposing points of view of this economic model.The course encourages reflection upon the possibility that business can be honorable and play a role in a just and humane society.

What you will learn

• Identify the main elements of a market economy Explain how a market economy is supposed to work
• Evaluate the strongest arguments for supporting a market economy Evaluate the objections to the role of business in a market economy
• Reflect on the role of business in a just and humane society Create a personal vision statement for an honorable professional life