Professional Ethics in Economic Development (PE)
Professional Ethics in Economic Development
Maintaining high standards in the profession.
Professional ethics are a series of moral and ethical principles that guide professionals in their work. They are the cornerstone of every profession, benefiting from ongoing discussions within organizations, written policies, and a straightforward process for accountability.
This course is mandatory for the recertification process, as it ensures that professionals maintain the ethical standards essential for effective and responsible economic development.
This is an optional Community Economic Development Training Program (CEDTP) course.
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COURSE OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Define and understand the interplay between personal and professional ethics in economic development.
- Identify the core values that underpin ethical principles in economic development.
- Reference four essential ethical frameworks pertinent to Canadian economic developers.
- Understand how enforcement helps influence accountability.
- Align personal and professional values with established ethical practices.
- Utilize the EDA's Ethical Decision-making Checklist in the practice of economic development.
- Acquire additional insights through a variety of case studies and resources.