General Notices

The Department of Management Studies invites you to a thought-provoking weekly seminar series, Ethics Through the Movies, each Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Room 106, Department of Management Studies. Using powerful films as case studies, this program, led by Emeritus Professor Surendra Arjoon, explores moral dilemmas, ethical decision-making and the human condition through the connection between cinematic storytelling to real-world ethical challenges in society, business and everyday life.

Participants will engage with selected film clips, guided discussion and philosophical frameworks in an interactive learning environment.

Featured Films

-          Dead Poets Society – Freedom, Conformity, and the Ethics of Education

-          Good Will Hunting – Personal Responsibility, Mentorship, and Moral Growth

-          The Giver – Individual Choice vs. Collective Control

-          Still Alice – Dignity, Autonomy, and the Ethics of Illness

Why Attend?

-          Gain fresh insights into ethical theories through relatable narratives.

-          Participate in interactive discussions

-          Reflect on how movies mirror moral choices in society, business, and personal life.