Quick Definition:
Ethics in Project Management refers to the principles of right and wrong that guide a project manager’s decisions and actions. It’s about doing the right thing, even when it’s difficult.
The PMI Code of Ethics
The Project Management Institute (PMI) outlines four core values for the profession:
- Responsibility: Taking ownership of your decisions and their consequences.
- Respect: Showing high regard for yourself, others, and the resources entrusted to you.
- Fairness: Making decisions impartially and objectively.
- Honesty: Being truthful in your communications and conduct.
Handling Ethical Dilemmas
When faced with an ethical dilemma, use the PMI Ethical Decision-Making Framework to analyze the situation and choose the most ethical course of action.
