POLSC401: Ethics and Public Policy

Explore the complex intersection of ethics and public policy in this comprehensive 29-hour course. Delve into the role of morality in politics, examine theoretical frameworks for ethical analysis, and tackle pressing issues such as individual liberty, public safety, immigration, income equality, and affirmative action. Investigate policies related to healthcare, social welfare, family dynamics, and personal relationships. Analyze national security concerns and foreign relations through an ethical lens. Engage with a structured curriculum featuring seven units, a study guide, and a final exam to solidify your understanding of how ethical considerations shape public policy decisions and outcomes.

• Course Introduction
• Unit 1: The Role of Ethics and Morality in Politics
• Unit 2: Theoretical Frameworks for Ethical Analysis
• Unit 3: Individual Liberty, Public Safety, and Immigration
• Unit 4: Income Equality, Equal Employment, and Affirmative Action
• Unit 5: Care for the Poor, Sick, Elderly, and Infirm
• Unit 6: Policies Regarding Families and Personal Relationships
• Unit 7: National Security and Foreign Relations
• Study Guide
• Course Feedback Survey
• Certificate Final Exam