St. Vincent’s Catholic School of Bayambang, Inc.

Bayambang, Pangasinan
SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
S.Y. 2023 – 2024

SYLLABUS

SUBJECT TITLE : Business Ethics

GRADE : Grade 12
NO. OF HOURS/SEMESTER :80 hours/semester
SCHOOL VISION
In Communio, the Archdiocese of Lingayen-Dagupan Catholic Schools form Christ-centered
stewards through holistic education and formation.

SCHOOL MISSION
To achieve the vision, the St. Vincent’s Catholic of Bayambang, Inc. is committed to the following
mission;
AUTHENTICITY: To establish among member schools a Catholic identity centered on Jesus Christ, and
aligned with the teachings of the church;
LEADERSHIP: To ensure a dynamic school operation through efficient governance;
DEVELOPMENTAL LEARNING: To implement a curriculum enriched with Gospel values through
effective instruction and witnessing;
COMMUNITY: To build a harmonious community in the spirit of synodality with respect to diversity; and
SUSTAINABILITY: To promote institutional advancement by establishing partnerships and linkages.

Subject Description
This course deals with the fundamental concepts, principles, and practices of ethical standards in the business
environment. It combines the theoretical foundations of setting up business enterprises with the conduct of entrepreneurial
activities in the context of one’s accountability and social responsibility.
Specifically, the course aims to: (1) provide students with a basic understanding of the mechanisms whereby
companies can be made to act in the best interests of shareholders, other stakeholders, and society as a whole; (2) provide
students with knowledge of general ethical principles as applied to the special situations of business and the ability to
make informed judgements through case analysis; and (3) equip students with the ability to formulate basic strategies in
relation to corporate ethics and governance.
Contents
A. THE ROLE OF BUSINESS IN SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
1. The Nature and Forms of Business Organizations
2. The Purpose of Establishing Business Enterprises
3. The Core Principles underlying fairness, accountability, and transparency in business operation and
stewardship (respect for others’ property)
4. Common Practices in Business Organizations
B. FOUNDATIONS OF THE PRINCIPLES OF BUSINESS ETHICS
1. Classical Philosophies
2. The Impact of Belief Systems
3. The Filipino Value System
C. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY OF ENTREPRENEURS
1. The Responsibilities and Accountabilities of Entrepreneurs
2. Models and Framework of Social Responsibility in the Practice of Sound Business
D. BUSINESS BEYOND PROFIT MOTIVATION
Grading System (specialized subject)
Components Percentage
Written works 25%
Performance tasks 45%
Quarterly Assessments 30 %

Prepared by: Checked by: Noted by:

Ms. Loverne C. Escaño Ms. Alfiel B. Aquino Mr. Edgardo B. Salinas
Subject Teacher Subject Area Coordinator Principal