Professional Certificate Course in Concept and Implications of Ethics and Antitrust in Business

Completion Time

2 Weeks

Accreditation

3 CPD Hours

Level

Advanced

Start time

Anytime

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About the course

The aim of this course is to provide an understanding of the intersection of law and ethics, including major ethical perspectives, ethical decision-making models, and the relationship between law and ethics. Students will learn about the importance of setting an ethical tone at the top of an organization and the ethical decision tree for business leaders. The course will cover the short- and long-term returns and the promotion of ethical behavior and social responsibility in the marketplace. Students will also gain knowledge about the history and basic framework of antitrust laws, including horizontal and vertical restraints of trade, price discrimination, and concentrations of market power. The course will also explore antitrust enforcement, antitrust injury, limitations of antitrust enforcement, and antitrust considerations.

After the successful completion of the course, you will be able to learn about the following,

Law & Ethics:

  • What Is Ethics?
  • Major Ethical Perspectives.
  • An Ethical Decision Model.
  • Relationship b/w law and ethics.
  • Ethical tone sets at the top.
  • Ethical business leader decision tree.
  • Tension b/w short- and long-term returns.
  • Social Responsibility.
  • Positive actions.
  • Promoting ethical Behaviour.
  • Moral of the marketplace.


Antitrust:

  • History and Basic Framework of Antitrust Laws.
  • Horizontal Restraints of Trade.
  • Vertical Restraints of Trade.
  • Price Discrimination- The Robinson-Patman Act.
  • Sherman Act, Section 2- Concentrations of Market Power.
  • Acquisitions and Mergers under Section 7 of the Clayton Act.
  • Unfair Methods of competition section 5 of the federal commission act.
  • Antitrust enforcement. Antitrust injury.
  • Limitations of antitrust enforcement.
  • Antitrust considerations.

Course details

This course aims to explore the intersection of law and ethics, with a particular focus on the major ethical perspectives and an ethical decision-making model. Students will examine the relationship between law and ethics and how ethical tone sets at the top of an organization. The course will cover topics such as the tension between short- and long-term returns, social responsibility, promoting ethical behaviour, and the morale of the marketplace. Additionally, students will learn about antitrust laws, including the history and basic framework of antitrust laws, horizontal and vertical restraints of trade, price discrimination, and concentrations of market power. The course will also cover acquisitions and mergers under Section 7 of the Clayton Act, unfair methods of competition under Section 5 of the Federal Commission Act, antitrust enforcement, antitrust injury, and the limitations of antitrust enforcement.

Module: Concept And Implications Of Ethics And Antitrust In Business

Lecture: 1
Quiz: 1

The objective of this course is to offer insight into the convergence of legal principles and ethical considerations. This encompasses significant ethical viewpoints, models for making ethical decisions, and the intricate interplay between the realms of law and ethics. Learners will be exposed to the critical importance of establishing a culture of ethics within organizational leadership, as well as the ethical decision-making process designed for corporate executives. The curriculum will delve into the ramifications of ethical conduct and societal responsibility in the business arena, both in the short and long term. Additionally, students will acquire an understanding of the historical backdrop and fundamental structure of antitrust regulations, encompassing constraints on both horizontal and vertical trade, practices like price discrimination, and the dynamics of market dominance. The course will also scrutinize aspects such as antitrust enforcement, the concept of antitrust-related harm, the limitations inherent in antitrust enforcement, and the various considerations related to antitrust matters.

  • Concept and Implications of Ethics and Antitrust in Business

  • Concept and Implications of Ethics and Antitrust in Business

Accreditation

All of our courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to our information in about us for more details.

Entry requirement

There are no strict entry requirements for this course. Work experience will be added advantage to understanding the content of the course. The certificate is designed to enhance the learner's knowledge in the field. This certificate is for everyone eager to know more and get updated on current ideas in their respective field. We recommend this certificate for the following audience.
  • Ethics and Compliance Officer
  • Antitrust Attorney
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Manager
  • Business Ethics Consultant
  • Antitrust Investigator
  • Compliance Analyst
  • Risk Management Specialist
  • Business Conduct and Ethics Trainer
  • Antitrust Litigation Specialist
  • Corporate Responsibility Coordinator

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