As we talked about before in this module, it’s important for project managers to work ethically. This means doing the right thing, not just following rules. There are written rules and laws, but there are also moral rules and values.
What are these moral rules and values? Let’s break it down with some explanations and examples.
Moral rules are like a list of dos and don’ts for how a person should behave. For instance, one moral rule is “don’t steal.”
Values are strong beliefs that guide how we act in different situations. They show what we think is good behavior. Values can be personal, but they can also be shared in groups like companies. When a bunch of people in the same group share these values, they shape how everyone acts in that group.
In companies, these shared values are super important. They make up the core of what the company’s culture is all about. These values are a small set of important beliefs that don’t change much, and they really influence how people act at work.
For example, The Open University (2019) has some values they believe in:
In our work, we stick to The Open University values of being inclusive, innovative, and responsive.
The value of being inclusive and innovative is a big part of what people do at The Open University. They use this value to make sure everyone can access knowledge through new and creative solutions.
Values and moral rules help everyone know how to behave in a group or at work. It’s good to think about them to understand how they affect the decisions we make when working on projects.
Think about the values your workplace or a group you’re in follows. Can you name some of these values? How do these values affect how you work on projects? Share your thoughts with other learners in the discussion below.
Organizational rules are necessary for tasks to be accomplished effectively during a project phase.
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In myrubiees events, one of the things we do not take for granted is giving our clients ‘timeless memories’. You see professionalism, collaboration, creativity, honesty and respect have massively shaped the way we work. It has made people perceive us as different from other event planning companies. Internally, it is what guides the team into carrying out their duties excellently and doing it the brand way. Without values and morals, a company won’t be able to function perfectly. There will be bound to be chaos and confusion.
In the AMR UNILAG Club, our values of collaboration, service, integrity, and impact really guide how I work on projects. Collaboration pushes me to involve others, while service keeps the focus on real community needs. Integrity helps me stay accountable, and impact reminds me to aim for lasting results. These values shape every stage of my project work.
In my organization, value serves as an important factor to strive efficiently…..these values serves a meaningful impact to why things need to be done ethically and how every functions should align with the principles and mission of the organization
In the organization I’m currently working with, our values serve as the foundation of all we do. We are guided by integrity in our practices, driven by creativity in our storytelling, and committed to quality in every output. We remain focused on making a meaningful impact, strengthened by collaboration within our team and with our audience, while staying adaptable to change in an ever-evolving media landscape.
In my organization, some key values are teamwork, accountability, and respect. These values guide how we work together on projects. For example, teamwork helps us share ideas and solve problems faster, accountability ensures everyone delivers on time, and respect makes communication easier. These values influence my work by helping me make fair decisions, stay responsible, and keep good relationships with others in the project.
In an organization in which I belong our values are embedded in working cohesively , being dedicated to duty and ensuing that every set goal is being actualized, with these values we are committed to working efficiently and effectively .
Ebubechukwu chinenye Benedicta (group 1)
Difficult situations are bound to occur, but how to manage needs to be mastered and I just learnt that it should be managed with the ethics, norms, principles and values set down already.