ETHICS AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IN FOOD AND BEVERAGE BUSINESSES

Course Description

The aim of this course is to introduce students to the concepts of ethics and morality in the businesses they will work in the field of tourism and gastronomy. Within these ethical and moral concepts, social rules, social norms, values, responsibility towards the environment, ethical principles, professional ethics are explained. At this point, students are informed about making decisions in business processes, defining and analyzing ethical issues and producing ethical solutions to problems. Also, individual decision making, business ethics and social responsibility are important parts of a firm's business strategy. In conclusion, students are expected to examine and analyze the values of sustainable environment, production and competition while encouraging them to think ethically about real life events and issues.

ETHICS AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IN FOOD AND BEVERAGE BUSINESSES

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Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık Etik ve Sosyal Sorumluluk
2. 02 Öğretim Görevlisi Notları

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Knows and evaluates the definitions of business ethics, social responsibility and sustainability concepts. SOLO 5
2. L02 Explains the development processes of the concepts of social responsibility and sustainability and discusses their place today. SOLO 5
3. L03 Examines the principles and practices of international guidelines and standards. SOLO 4
4. L04 Classifies the development process of the concepts of social responsibility and sustainability in Turkey. SOLO 4

Program Outcomes

1. P01 Demonstrate an understanding of the core subfields of psychology — including but not limited to clinical, developmental, cognitive, social, and biological/neuroscientific psychology — and their interconnections with other scientific disciplines, critically evaluating the value of a multidisciplinary approach to scientific inquiry in psychology.
2. P02 Apply scientific methods, research techniques, measurement and psychometric principles (e.g., reliability, validity, scale development/adaptation), and quantitative/statistical reasoning to investigate psychological phenomena, recognizing methodological strengths, limitations, common reasoning fallacies, and the flaws of pseudoscience.
3. P03 Employ logical, intuitive, and creative thinking to analyze psychological concepts, evaluate theories (including their historical and philosophical development), synthesize information, and solve complex problems related to cognition and behavior.
4. P04 Integrate psychological theories and findings into practical settings (e.g., business, policy, clinical/counseling contexts, and daily life), applying foundational applied skills such as interviewing, observation, and case formulation, drawing meaningful conclusions to inform individual, organizational, and societal practices.
5. P05 Describe key ethical principles in psychological research and practice, critically applying these principles to dilemmas across academic, professional, and everyday contexts.
6. P06 Recognize how individual differences (e.g., beliefs, values, backgrounds) impact behavior and relationships; use psychological knowledge to prevent or resolve intercultural and interpersonal conflicts and promote inclusive, respectful interactions.
7. P07 Exhibit self-regulation and self-awareness, demonstrating a commitment to psychological well-being, effective time management, constructive incorporation of feedback, and ongoing personal and professional development.
8. P08 Collaborate effectively in diverse teams, demonstrating responsibility, bias awareness, conflict resolution skills, and leadership in achieving collective goals.
9. P09 Communicate psychological knowledge clearly and appropriately for academic, professional, and public audiences using inclusive language, both in written and oral formats, and by accurately summarizing and presenting research findings.
10. P10 Use information and communication technologies (including AI and digital media) responsibly and effectively for research, collaboration, and the dissemination of psychological knowledge.
11. P11 Embrace lifelong learning and adaptability in response to evolving psychological knowledge and societal needs, engaging with global perspectives and demonstrating intercultural awareness.

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