Rules of Conduct

Question 1

What the rules for Continuing Professional Development

Answer 1

CPD requirement for members

-20 hours

• 10 hours must be formal
• Must maintain a relevant and current understand of the professional and ethical standards on a 3 year rolling period

Question 2

What are the rules of conduct for members?

Answer 2

Rule 1
Members and firms must be honest, act with integrity and comply with their
professional obligations, including obligations to RICS.

Rule 2
Members and firms must maintain their professional competence and ensure
that services are provided by competent individuals who have the necessary
expertise.

Rule 3
Members and firms must provide good-quality and diligent service.

Rule 4
Members and firms must treat others with respect and encourage diversity and inclusion.

Rule 5
Members and firms must act in the public interest, take responsibility for their actions and act to prevent harm and maintain public confidence in the profession.

Question 3

When did the rules of conduct change?

Answer 3

Effective 2022

Question 4

Why did the rules of conduct change?

Answer 4

A simple structure

Clear examples

Understanding evolving tech

Focusing on respect, diversity and inclusion

Question 5

Why does RICS have the rules of Conduct?

Answer 5

Rules of conduct are a statement of the values of RICS

Clients continue to remain confident and respect its members

Provides structure for ethical decisions

commitment to respect diversity and inclusion
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Technological advancements