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Doctor of Philosophy in Rehabilitation Sciences (PhD-RS) - Professional Ethics - (UR-811): Course Outline

Professional ethics are the standards and principles that guide the behavior of individuals within a specific profession, ensuring they act in a way that is ethical, responsible, and in the best interests of their clients and the public.

Course Contents: Part-I

  • Introduction to Professional Ethics and Morality: Islamic and Eastern & Western Perspective
  • The importance of Islamic ethics and values in Islamic civilization and culture
  • Ethical responsibilities of Muslim teachers and students
  • Ethical dimension of intelligence: An overview
  • Islamic Ethics: Universal Principle
  • The qualities of a Muslim professional and researcher
  • Ethics of communication, dialogue, debating, argumentation, and disagreement
  • Ethics in practice: interpersonal relations and professionalism
  • Islamic guidance for decision-making, conflicts resolution, and problem- solving in professional life
  • Ethical Foundations of Economy/ economic life
  • Ethical foundations of Management and Leadership
  • Ethical dimensions of State and Governance
  • Ethical aspects/ dimensions of social and professional environment
  • The workplace ethics for Islamic academician
  • The importance and role of Islamic ethics and code of conduct in Islamic research
  • Ethical issues in research faced by Islamic studies students and their solutions

Course Goals

  • To develop good Muslim professionals in all fields of professional life
  • To highlight the role of ethics in personality development
  • To inculcate professional ethics in the field of Islamic sciences
  • To provide ethically equipped professionals to meet the challenges in all fields of professional life

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Course Contents: Part-II

Introduction to Leadership in Rehabilitation

  • Definition and importance of leadership in rehabilitation
  • Overview of leadership roles and responsibilities

2. Leadership Theories and Styles

  • Classical and contemporary leadership theories
  • Leadership styles and their application in rehabilitation settings

3. Strategic Planning and Organizational Management

  • Fundamentals of strategic planning
  • Managing change and innovation in rehabilitation organizations
  • Resource management and allocation

4. Team Leadership and Communication

  • Building and leading effective teams
  • Communication skills for leaders
  • Conflict resolution and problem-solving

5. Advocacy and Policy Leadership

  • Role of leaders in advocacy and policy development
  • Strategies for effective advocacy
  • Engaging with stakeholders and policymakers

6. Ethical Leadership and Professionalism

  • Ethical principles and decision-making in leadership
  • Professional standards and conduct in rehabilitation
  • Addressing ethical dilemmas in leadership roles

7. Professional Growth and Lifelong Learning

  • Importance of continuous professional development
  • Strategies for self-assessment and career planning
  • Opportunities for professional development in rehabilitation

8. Mentorship and Coaching

  • Role of mentorship in professional growth
  • Effective coaching techniques
  • Developing and sustaining mentor-mentee relationships

9. Leadership in Diverse and Inclusive Settings

  • Promoting diversity and inclusion in rehabilitation
  • Cultural competence in leadership
  • Addressing disparities in rehabilitation services

10. Future Trends in Rehabilitation Leadership

  • Emerging trends and challenges in rehabilitation leadership
  • Innovations in leadership practices
  • Preparing for future leadership roles in rehabilitation