Ethical and Social Values in Business Administration and Management Studies

Abstract

The objective of this research was to analyze the impact of the learning process in business administration and management of students’ values, through the application of factor analysis to the information obtained in a survey consisting of students in the first and fifth year of studies. The study derived the following conclusions: First, students bring a value-oriented education that is consolidated and strengthened during their studies; and Second, the set of values that are identified could be classified as moral values and action-oriented values related to decision-making. The results of this research work will help to review the competencies as defined in degrees and different courses, as well as establish better mechanisms, so that the university can become an instrument of social transformation.