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Certified Workplace Ethics and Code of Conduct
Target Students​

  • Human Resource professionals

  • Team leaders and managers

  • Compliance officers

  • Employees in all sectors looking to enhance ethical practices in the workplace

Exam Formats​
 

Multiple-choice questions

Scenario-based questions

Short answer questions

Duration :  3 days (24 hours of instruction)
Learning Objectives

-Understand the principles of workplace ethics and their importance in fostering a positive organizational culture.

-Learn about the key components of a robust code of conduct and how to implement them effectively.

-Identify and address common ethical dilemmas in the workplace.

-Develop skills for promoting ethical behavior and compliance within teams and across the organization.

-Gain knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks related to workplace ethics and conduct.

Exam Codes​
 

  • CWE-001: Ethics Principles and Code of Conduct Essentials

  • CWE-002: Legal Frameworks and Regulatory Compliance

Exam Options​
 

Online proctored exams

In-person at authorized testing centers

Exam Duration​
 

90 minutes for each exam

Passing Score​
 

​70% for each exam

Course Outline
​Introduction to Workplace Ethics
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  • Definition and Importance of Ethics in the Workplace

  • Understanding workplace ethics

  • The role of ethics in organizational success

  • Impact of unethical behavior on businesses

  • Core Ethical Values

  • Integrity, honesty, and fairness

  • Respect and empathy in the workplace

  • Responsibility and accountability

  • Creating an Ethical Culture

  • Leadership's role in promoting ethics

  • Developing an ethical framework within the organization

  • Case studies of ethical and unethical workplaces

Understanding and  Implementing a Code of Conduct
 

  • Elements of a Code of Conduct

  • Key components of an effective code of conduct

  • Customizing the code for your organization

  • Communicating the code of conduct to employees

  • Legal and Regulatory Considerations

  • Overview of relevant laws and regulations (e.g., anti-discrimination laws, harassment policies)

  • Ensuring compliance with industry standards

  • Reporting mechanisms and whistleblower protections

  • Addressing Ethical Dilemmas

  • Identifying potential ethical issues in the workplace

  • Approaching and resolving conflicts of interest

  • Role-playing scenarios to practice ethical decision-making

Promoting and Enforcing Workplace Ethics
 

  • Training and Development

  • Designing effective ethics training programs

  • Ongoing education and reinforcement of ethical practices

  • Monitoring and Enforcement

  • Establishing oversight mechanisms to ensure adherence

  • Handling violations of the code of conduct

  • Disciplinary actions and consistency in enforcement

  • Evaluating and Updating the Code of Conduct

  • Continuous improvement of ethical standards

  • Gathering feedback and making necessary revisions

  • Best practices for maintaining an up-to-date code of conduct

Final Review and Preparation for Certification Exams
 

  • Review Session

  • Recap of key concepts and principles covered during the course

  • Exam preparation tips and practice questions

  • Q&A Session

  • Addressing any remaining questions or concerns

  • Guidance on next steps after certification

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