Antigone's Dilemma: Ethics And Leadership In Crisis (2026)
Published 3/2026
MP4 | Video: h264, 1920x1080 | Audio: AAC, 44.1 KHz, 2 Ch
Language: English | Duration: 1h 8m | Size: 1.1 GB
What you'll learn
Understand the core principles of ethical leadership - Recognize how self-awareness, moral courage, and responsibility guide leaders during crises.
Apply ancient Greek wisdom to modern challenges - Use reflection, virtue, and practical wisdom to guide ethical personal and professional decisions.
Analyze moral dilemmas through Antigone - Explore duty, conscience, and authority, and apply these insights to modern leadership.
Build practical crisis-leadership skills - Utilize scenario planning, values-based tools, and reflective practices.
Strengthen self-reflection and growth - Clarify values, strengths, and leadership style for principled decisions under pressure.
Link philosophy to real cases - Examine leaders like Nelson Mandela and Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger to see ethical courage in action.
Turn reflective insights into everyday actions - Develop resilient, responsible, values-driven leadership.
Reinforce learning - Through structured reflection exercises and a final self-assessment quiz designed to deepen understanding and support long-term retention.
Requirements
Curiosity and willingness to reflect - An open mind to explore ethical dilemmas.
Time and commitment - A few minutes per section and reflective exercises.
Desire to grow as an ethical leader - No prior experience in philosophy, leadership, or crisis management required.
All you need is attention, engagement, and a desire to learn.
Description
This course contains the use of artificial intelligence.
Welcome to the Course Antigone's Dilemma: Ethics and Leadership in Crisis, part of the Bundle "Crisis Leadership through Athenian Tragedy" in the Philosophy in Practice program!
This course offers a unique journey into the principles of ethical leadership, drawing on the timeless wisdom of Sophocles' Antigone to explore how leaders can navigate crises with courage, integrity, and insight.
Course Highlights
• Bite-sized, engaging sections allow learners to study at their own pace without feeling overwhelmed.
• Nine structured sections explore ethical dilemmas, decision-making, and the moral courage required in leadership.
• Ancient Greek philosophy is combined with modern case studies, such as Nelson Mandela and Captain Sully, to illustrate timeless leadership lessons.
• Highly interactive: each section contains reflective exercises, real-world case studies, and guided prompts to help learners connect theory with personal and professional experience.
By the end of this course, learners will
• Understand what it means to lead in times of crisis.
• Develop practical skills and self-awareness for ethical, decisive action under pressure.
• Transform reflective insights into tangible, values-driven leadership practices.
Course Structure (Sections)
• Introduction: Antigone as a Case Study - Entry point into the story, themes, and relevance to leadership ethics.
• Historical Context - Social, political, and cultural background shaping Antigone's world.
• Ethical Dilemma - Explore the central moral conflict and its philosophical significance.
• Leadership under Conflict - Analyze decision-making, authority, and crisis management.
• Reflection Exercise - Guided practice to internalize lessons and connect to personal leadership experience.
• Case Application: Modern Crisis Analogy - Apply insights from Antigone to contemporary leadership challenges.
• Conclusion & Key Insights - Synthesize themes and leadership principles.
• Course Manual - Consolidation of lessons, exercises, and reflections across all sections.
• Self-Assessment Quiz - Multiple-choice and true/false questions to reinforce learning.
Note: Certain parts of this course were created or enhanced using artificial intelligence tools. All AI-assisted elements have been carefully reviewed, edited, and curated by the instructor to ensure academic rigor, accuracy, and pedagogical quality.
Who this course is for
1. Aspiring or current leaders seeking ethical courage and practical leadership skills.
2. Philosophy enthusiasts curious about applying ancient wisdom to modern challenges.
3. Professionals looking for personal growth, reflection, and tools for navigating complex dilemmas.
4, Beginners or lifelong learners who want an accessible introduction to leadership and ethical decision-making.
Whether you are a student, professional, or someone eager to reflect on values and action, this course provides actionable insights to lead with integrity and clarity.
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