Professional Code of Conduct and their limitations

Question 1

Professionalism

Answer 1

A moral individual should carry out his/ her duties and responsibilities honestly, with a commitment to the interest of all end users and stakeholders in system.

Question 2

Code of Conduct

Answer 2

Sets out standards of behaviour that members of the body are expected to follow in their professional life. Also called code of ethics.

Question 3

3 benefits of adopting Code of Conduct

Answer 3

To understand and manage responsibilities in an ethical manner

Question 4

Profession

Answer 4

Individuals undergo education and training to practice in profession.

Can be used to determine who is eligible to enter the profession.

Ex: Lawyers, IT, Doctors

Question 5

4 examples of how professional bodies contribute to professional practice

Answer 5

→ ensure adequate training and competence. BCS HEQ

→ Promote ethical behaviour through code of conduct.

→ Serves as forum for exchange of ideas and knowledge by professionals.

→ sets standards of competence and contact