In Module 2, learners explore the profound effects of social influence on ethical decision-making and behavior. This module examines conformity and compliance, uncovering the subtle ways that social norms, behavioral contagion, and interpersonal pressures shape ethical actions. Students learn how individuals often underestimate the power of social influences, leading to unintended ethical compromises, and discover strategies to resist unethical conformity and compliance in their daily lives.

Module 3 explores the crucial role of emotions in ethical decision-making and moral judgments. This module addresses how moral emotions—including other-condemning emotions (like anger, disgust, contempt), other-suffering emotions (empathy, compassion), other-praising emotions (gratitude, awe, elevation), and self-conscious emotions (guilt, shame, pride, embarrassment)—influence ethical behavior. Students will examine how moral decisions often arise from intuitive, emotional responses rather than pure rational reasoning, and how recognizing these emotional influences can enhance ethical behavior and interpersonal understanding.

Module 4 examines how power and status influence ethical behavior, exploring when and why power leads individuals toward ethical or unethical actions. Students will understand the relational nature of power, the distinction between power and status, and the psychological effects that holding power can produce. This module delves into scenarios where power corrupts or empowers, and explores strategies to wield power responsibly and ethically.