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Code of Ethics for members of the AIPM
Code of Professional Conduct for Members 1. Code of Professional Conduct for Members The Institute is the peak body for project management in - representing and promoting the interests of those involved in project management in all industries and sectors.
The Institute aims to be recognised by business, industry, and government, as the key promoter, developer, and leader in project management professionalism. Project Managers, in the pursuit of their profession, affect the quality of life for all people in society. It is therefore vital that project managers conduct their work in a professional manner to earn and maintain the confidence of team members, colleagues, employees, employers, clients and the public.
2. Objectives and Underlying Principles of the Code of Professional Conduct
This Code of Professional Conduct for Members is referred to as the ‘Code’. It is underpinned by the Institute’s Code of Ethics for the Project Management Industry.
The Code sets out the professional standards and conduct required by the Institute as a condition of membership or personal association with the Institute.
The Code uses 'you' and ‘your’ throughout to refer to the persons to whom the Code applies.
The Code of Professional Conduct applies to
You express your commitment to the Code and to subsequent changes to the Code which may be agreed from time to time, when you join or become associated with the Institute. This commitment is also expressed through your renewal or upgrade of membership, and acceptance of any accreditation or certification offered by the Institute.
Professionalism relates to proper acceptable conduct, together with demonstrable awareness and application of competences and qualities covering knowledge, appropriate skills and behaviours.
Directors of the Institute are required to demonstrate a commitment to the Institute’s Code of Conduct of Directors in addition to the Code.
Within this document, the term “relevant authority” is used to identify the person or organisation which has authority over your activity as an individual. If you are a practising professional, this is normally an employer or client. If you are a student, this is normally an academic institution. The Code governs your professional conduct as an individual member of the Institute and not the nature of business of the relevant authority. It will, therefore, be a matter of your exercising your personal judgement in meeting the Code’s requirements.
The Code illustrates the values and behaviours expected by the Institute, and it is underpinned by the following principles:
(a) Integrity, (b) Competency (c) Impartiality, (d) Accountability and (e) Honesty.
Institute members, associates, affiliates and employees, in the pursuit of their profession, affect the quality of life for all people in society. It is therefore vital that you conduct your work in a professional manner to earn and maintain the confidence of team members, colleagues, employees, employers, clients and the public.
In the event of an alleged breach of this Code the matter shall be dealt with according to the terms of reference of the Institute’s Governance Complaints and Disciplinary Process.
3. Code of Professional Conduct
You shall actively maintain high standards of personal and professional conduct and:
(a) undertake work and accept responsibility only if qualified by training or experience, or after full disclosure to your employer or clients of pertinent qualifications; (b) maintain the currency of your professional skills and knowledge at a level appropriate for your experience and/or professional certification, and recognise the importance of continued professional development and education; (c) encourage and assist the professional development of staff and colleagues; (d) advance the integrity and prestige of the profession by practising in a dignified manner; (e) protect the safety, health and welfare of the public and speak out against any abuse which has an affect on the public interest; (f) obey the laws of the country in which work is being performed, and (g) be aware and respectful of the culture of other countries in which work is being performed.
In your relations with employers and clients, you shall:
(a) seek, accept and offer honest criticism of work and properly credit the contribution of others; and (b) be accurate in reporting and realistic in forecasting.
In your work, where related to project management, you shall:
(a) provide the necessary project leadership to promote maximum productivity while striving to minimise costs; (b) apply relevant project management tools and techniques to ensure quality, cost and time objectives in the project plan are met; (c) treat all project team members, colleagues and co-workers fairly, regardless of race, religion, sex, age or national origin; (d) assist project team members, colleagues and co-workers in their professional development.
You have a responsibility to promote the profession in the best possible manner at all times and you shall: (a) conduct yourself in such a way as to uphold and enhance the standing and reputation of the profession; (b) uphold the values and mission of the Institute and behave in a way which enhances the reputation and credibility of yourself, your employer and the Institution; (c) co-operate fully with the Institution, and submit promptly any information the Institution may reasonably require; (d) refrain from ascribing views to, or speaking on behalf of, the Institution unless authorised so to do; (e) seek to extend public knowledge and appreciation of the project management profession and its achievements; (f) support the Institute by actively participating and encouraging colleagues and co-workers to participate; (g) report breaches of this Code in accordance with the Governance Complaints and Disciplinary Process.
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