Ethics for Project Managers

    Course Prefix and NumberPSS 034
    Interest AreasProject Management

    This course reviews the major ethical issues facing project managers, focusing on the challenges they may confront with team members, vendors, stakeholders, and sponsors. Learn about the role of ethics in the workplace, the Ethical Triangle, and the provisions of the PMI® Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.

    Ethics for Project Managers - 1253 - U001 - 72721

    Class Section72721Section NumberU001
    FormatOnline, self-pacedLocationMindEdge
    Registration Close08/24/2025GradingGrade - PASS/FAIL (P/F)
    Fee$95.00
    Business ethics represent the standards for right and wrong that govern how business people act. The term also refers to the study of moral principles in the workplace. This course reviews the major ethical issues facing project managers. It looks at the specific challenges project leaders may confront as they deal with team members, vendors, stakeholders, and sponsors.

    Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. Discuss the role of ethics in the workplace
    2. Discuss project managers and the Ethical Triangle and its three components: Individual Ethics, Leadership Ethics, and Governance and Control
    3. Recognize the key ethical issues in project management
    4. Describe the provisions of the Project Management Institute® Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct
    5. Discuss the four foundational values (Responsibility, Respect, Fairness, and Honesty) of the PMI® Code of Ethics
    6. Apply ethical principles to project scenarios

    Course Access
    Participants can start in this course at any point during the semester. Once registered, they will have up to 90 days to complete 3 hours of coursework.

    Drop Policy

    Participants who are enrolled in this course may request a drop and/or a refund up to 7 days from the purchase date. Participants will only be refunded if they have completed less than 10% of the course.

    External Partnership
    In an effort to broaden our course offerings, Syracuse University has partnered with leaders in their respective fields to provide learning opportunities for our students. This course is brought to you through our partnership with MindEdge. Once you have completed the checkout process, you should expect to be contacted by a MindEdge representative within 1-3 business days with information on how to access your course material and getting started. They will be your main point of contact while you are going through the coursework. Feel free to reach out to Syracuse University if you have any questions at microcredential@syr.edu or 315.443.2588.

    Credential
    At the successful conclusion of this microcredential program, participants will receive a co-branded digital badge from MindEdge and Syracuse University, College of Professional Studies, which can be shared on LinkedIn or any digital media, and which will provide complete detail on information learned and competencies gained throughout the program.

    Sponsoring Department Contact Information
    If you have any questions regarding this course, please contact the College of Professional Studies Office of Microcredentials at microcredential@syr.edu or 315.443.2588.