Leadership on Ethical Bases in the University Environment to Improve Standards in Higher Education

Abstract

The chapter emphasizes the real values and principles that universities promote, in particular academic freedom, personal autonomy, justice and equity, merit, professionalism, honesty and intellectual integrity, transparency, respect and tolerance, responsibility, goodwill, and care. Especially in the days of dual learning, universities must respect the dignity of each of its members and promote academic integrity on ethical principles. Its members are committed to contributing to the democratic development and prosperity of society. The management of ethics in the academic environment is the coordination of all elements related to the moral life of a university. Ethical codes, ethics committees, ethical audits, ethical education of staff, techniques to create an institutional culture of a moral nature have all become increasingly widespread. Institutionalization of ethics in academia is a new reality for which universities must be prepared.