Chapter 14: PMI Code Of Ethics Flashcards
Practictioners of project management should aspire to meet the standards of the PMI Code of Ethics and Professional Practice:
A. In their project management activities
B. In all of their activities for their employer
C. In all aspects of their lives
D. At work and in service to the profession
C. In all aspects of their lives
To which of the following does the PMI Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct not apply:
A. Project clients
B. Non PMI members who hold a PMI certification
C. Non PMI members who apply to commence a PMI certification process
D. Non PMI members who serve the PMI in a volunteer capacity
A. Project clients
Aspirational standards are:
A. Optional
B. Easily measured
C. An expectation that project managers have of themselves
D. Subject to disciplinary procedures before the PMI’s Ethics Review Committee
C. An expectation that project managers have of themselves
«The duty to take ownership for the decisions we make or fail to make, the actions we take or fail to take and the consequences that result» is the description of which area of the PMI Code of Ethics and Professional Practice:
A. Responsibility
B. Respect
C. Honesty
D. Fairness
A. Responsibility
A mandatory standard in the Responsibility section of the PMI Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct is:
A. We make decisions and take actions based on the best interests of society, public safety, and the environment
B. We inform ourselves and uphold the policies, rules, regulations, and laws that govern our work, Professional, and volunteer activities
C. We protect proprietary or confidential information that has been entrusted to us
D. When we make errors or omissions, we take ownership and make corrections promptly. When we discover errors or omissions caused by others, we communicate them to the appropriate body as soon as they are discovered. We accept accountability for any issues resulting from our errors or omissions and any resulting consequences
B. We inform ourselves and uphold the policies, rules, regulations, and laws that govern our work, Professional, and volunteer activities
An aspirational standard in the Responsibility section of the PMI Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct is:
A. We inform ourselves and uphold the policies, rules, regulations, and laws that govern our work, Professional, and volunteer activities
B. We report unethical or illegal conduct to appropriate management and, if necessary, to those affected by the conduct
C. We only file ethics complaints when they’re substantiated by fact
D. We uphold this Code and hold each other accountable to it
We uphold this Code and hold each other accountable to it
Which of the following is not listed as a standard for Ethics Complaints:
A. We bring violations of this Code to the attention of the appropriate body for resolution
B. We only file ethics complaints when they’re substantiated by facts
C. We pursue disciplinary action against an individual who retaliates against a person raising ethics concerns
D. We report unethical or illegal conduct to appropriate management and, if necessary, to those affected by the conduct
D. We report unethical or illegal conduct to appropriate management and, if necessary, to those affected by the conduct
The «duty to show a high regard for ourselves, others, and the resources entrusted to us» is the description of which area of the PMI Code of Ethics and Professional Practice:
A. Responsibility
B. Respect
C. Honesty
D. Fairness
B. Respect
«We approach directly those persons with whom we have a conflict or disagreement» is:
A. A Respect aspirational standard
B. A Respect mandatory standard
C. An Honesty aspirational standard
D. An Honesty mandatory standard
A. A Respect aspirational standard
«We negotiate in good faith» is:
A. A Respect aspirational standard
B. A Respect mandatory standard
C. An Honesty aspirational standard
D. An Honesty mandatory standard
B. A Respect mandatory standard
Which of the following is not a Respect aspirational standard:
A. We negotiate in good faith
B. We listen to others’ points of view, seeking to understand them
C. We conduct ourselves in a professional manner, even when it isn’t reciprocated
D. We inform ourselves about the norms and customs of others and avoid engaging in behaviours that might be considered disrespectful
A. We negotiate in good faith
«The duty to make decisions and act impartially and objectively» is part of the description of which area of the PMI Code of Ethics and Professional Practice:
A. Responsibility
B. Respect
C. Honesty
D. Fairness
D. Fairness
Which of the following is a Fairness aspirational standard:
A. We proactively and fully disclose any real or potential conflicts of interest to the appropriate stakeholders
B. When we realize that we have a real or potential conflict of interest, we refrain from engaging in the decision making process or otherwise attempting to influence outcomes, unless or until: we have made full disclosure to the affected stakeholders; we have an approved mitigation plan; and we have obtained the consent of the stakeholders to proceed
C. We demonstrate transparency in our decision making process
D. We do not discriminate against others based on, but not limited to, gender, race, age, religion, disability, nationality, or sexual orientation
C. We demonstrate transparency in our decision making process
Which of the following is not a Favouritism and Discrimination standard in the Fairness area of the PMI Code of Ethics and Professional Practice:
A. We don’t hire or fire, reward or punish, or ward or deny contracts based on personal considerations, including but not limited to, favouritism, nepotism or bribery
B. We proactively and fully disclose any real or potential conflicts of interest to the appropriate stakeholders
C. We don’t discriminate against others based on, but not limited to, gender, race, age, religion, disability, nationality, or sexual orientation
D. We apply the rules of the organization (employer, PMI, or other group) without favouritism or prejudice
B. We proactively and fully disclose any real or potential conflicts of interest to the appropriate stakeholders
Which of the following is an Honesty mandatory standard:
A. We earnestly seek to understand the truth
B. We are truthful in our communications and in our conduct
C. We don’t engage in dishonest behaviour with the intention of personal gain or at the expense of another
D. We strive to create an environment in which others feel safe to tell the truth
C. We don’t engage in dishonest behaviour with the intention of personal gain or at the expense of another
