1. Certificate IV in Project Management Project Management Ethics & Code of Conduct Course Number 17871 Qualification Code BSB41507

2. Why Ethics & Code of Conduct? As the field of Project Management progresses into an acknowledged profession it important to define and commit to a regime of performance and professional expectations PMI – Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct AIPM – Code of Ethics for Members Refer to – www.pmi.org www.aipm.com.au

3. Reading & Reflection Please take some time to review the Code of Conduct for both the PMI and the AIPM This could take 30 to 45 minutes Refer to – www.pmi.org www.aipm.com.au

4. PMI Code of Ethics Founded on 4 values – 1.Responsibility 2.Respect 3.Fairness 4.Honesty 2 types of standards for behaviour – 1.Mandatory – firm requirements 2.Aspirational – strive to uphold

5. PMI - Responsibility Description of Responsibility Duty to take ownership for decisions, actions and consequences that we make of fail to make Mandatory Standards Uphold policies, regulatory and legal requirements Report unethical or illegal conduct Pursue disciplinary action

6. PMI - Respect Description of Respect Duty to show high regard for ourselves, others and resources entrusted to us Mandatory Standards Negotiate in good faith Don’t take personal benefit at the expense of others Do not act in an abusive manner Respect the property rights of others

7. PMI - Fairness Description of Fairness Duty to make decisions and act impartially and objectively. Free from self interest, prejudice and favouritism Mandatory Standards Govern Conflict of interest Favouritism Discrimination

8. PMI - Honesty Description of Honesty Duty to understand the truth and act in a truthful manner in our communication and conduct Mandatory Standards Do not engage in or support behaviour that is designed to deceive others Do not engage in dishonest behaviour at expense of others or for personal gain

9. PMI – Breach of Code Submit an ethics complaint for breaches of the code to the PMI Ethics Review Committee Can result in – 1.Removal of membership 2.Possible legal action or charges

10. AIPM Code of Ethics 4 Articles governing behaviour – 1.High standards of conduct 2.The way we execute our work 3.Treatment of employers and clients 4.Treatment of the community

11. AIPM – Article 1 Standards Accept responsibility Undertake projects only if we have the right skills, experience and qualifications Maintain professional skills Practice in a dignified manner Participate in the AIPM Obey laws Be aware and respectful of other cultures

12. AIPM – Article 2 Work Provide project leadership to promote maximum productivity and minimal costs Apply tools and techniques to ensure project objectives are met Treat team members, colleagues and co- workers fairly with no discrimination Seek and offer honest criticism and properly credit the work of others Assist team members etc in their professional development

13. AIPM – Article 3 Employers Act as faithful agents or trustees Respect confidentiality Inform of any potential or actual conflict of interest situations Neither give nor accept gifts of more than nominal value Honestly and realistically report on project status

14. AIPM – Article 4 Community Protect the safety, health and welfare of the public Speak out against any abuse of the public interest Extend public knowledge and appreciation of the project management profession and achievements

15. AIPM – Breach of Code Lodge any concerns with the AIPM National Council Can result in - 1.Removal of name from the register of members or 2.Removal of name from the register of certified practitioners

16. Professionalism Forum 1.Take some time to review the Project Management Codes of Conduct and Ethics that have been defined by both the AIPM and the PMI. 2.Reflect on which you prefer and any advantages or disadvantages that you can see. 3.Then go to the Forum on Project Management Professionalism to discuss your findings and suggestions. Research PracticeComment

17. Ethics & Code of Conduct Review 1.Please go to Tests & Tasks – Ethics & Code of Conduct and complete the review questions that have been assigned. 2.The questions are multiple choice and True or False. 3.Results will count towards your participation mark. 4.You have 30 minutes to undertake the activity and can submit up to two times if you are unhappy with your original result. Practice LearnImprove

18. Next Steps Please proceed to Tests & Tasks and complete the Ethics & Code of Conduct Review Exercise. Be sure that you have participated in the Project Management Professionalism Forum. Best of Luck! These are all due at the end of Week 2 in the Course Delivery Schedule