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 a core Community Economic Development Training Program (CEDTP) course.
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.