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Ethics compliance
APM PMQ Competence 15 terminology
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Ethics | Principles that guide behaviour to ensure fairness, integrity, and respect in professional practice. |
| Continuous Professional Development (CPD) | Ongoing learning and development to maintain and enhance professional competence. |
| Professionalism | Conduct, behaviour, and attitude that reflect competence, responsibility, and adherence to standards. |
| Code of Conduct | A set of rules and guidelines that define acceptable behaviour within a profession or organisation. |
| Integrity | Acting honestly and consistently with moral and ethical principles, even under pressure. |
| Accountability | Taking responsibility for decisions, actions, and their outcomes. |
| Compliance | Adhering to laws, regulations, standards, and organisational policies. |
| Confidentiality | Protecting sensitive information from unauthorised disclosure. |
| Conflict of Interest | A situation where personal interests could improperly influence professional judgement or actions. |
| Transparency | Open and clear communication about decisions, processes, and actions to build trust. |