Table 8.2 summaries the main topics from this chapter.
Table 8.2. Professional Responsibility
Topic
Professional Responsibilities Summary
Truthful representation
Provide accurate, truthful information to PMI, customers, and the public.
Ethical violations
Report possible violations of the PMI PMP Code of Professional Conduct to PMI and cooperate with investigations.
Conflict of interest
Occurs when personal interests are placed above professional responsibility. Avoid conflicts of interest. If not possible, identify and communicate all potential conflicts of interest to all parties.
Appearance of impropriety
When a conflict of interest is not communicated to all parties, your work and actions might appear improper.
Ethical standards
PMI expects PMPs to exhibit integrity and professionalism.
Intellectual property
A product developed and owned by others with commercial value. Recognize and respect copyrighted material.
Confidentiality
Maintain and respect sensitive information, including intellectual property, obtained in the course of your work.
Professional judgment
Be honest in your work.
Personal gain
Tied to conflict of interest. When someone benefits inappropriately in exchange for influencing a project. This is prohibited.
Inappropriate compensation
Tied to conflict of interest. This can include payments and gifts for personal gain. This is prohibited.
