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.
The scope of ethics in projects covers integrity, transparency, accountability, and fairness throughout the project lifecycle. It involves honest communication with stakeholders, responsible use of resources, respect for team members, and adherence to agreed timelines and budgets. Ethical project management also includes managing conflicts of interest, protecting sensitive information, and making decisions that consider both organizational goals and social impact. Ultimately, ethics ensures trust, credibility, and long-term success in project delivery
Cohhort 31 team 3 Deborah Asekome
The values of the Fisher Educational Development Trust — securing ownership of Government College Umuahia, restoring excellence, and ensuring sustainable management and funding — directly guide my approach to work projects.
They push me to prioritize strong governance and structure, uphold high standards of quality and accountability, and design projects that are financially prudent and sustainable.
Overall, these values shape my work to strengthen institutional legacy and deliver long-term impact.
As a library and information science student, values like ethics, organization and service can help me to plan efficiently, work honestly and coordinate well to complete projects successfully
Cohhort 31 team 2 Balogun adeola
The name of my brand is Omooba Minimart, which operates on the following key values:
Customer Satisfaction – Prioritising customer needs by ensuring timely delivery and accurate shopping.
Affordability (“Shikini Money”) – Keeping prices and service charges reasonable for customers.
Reliability – Consistency with weekend delivery schedules and fulfillment of promises.
Integrity – Honest transactions, transparency in pricing, and trustworthiness.
Convenience – Making shopping stress-free by acting as a personal shopper.
Responsiveness – Quick communication and feedback to customer requests.
The organizational values of Omooba Minimart strongly influence how work and projects are carried out by guiding decisions and daily operations. Customer satisfaction ensures that every task or project is designed to meet customer needs effectively, while affordability influences budgeting and pricing decisions to keep services accessible. Reliability drives proper planning and adherence to delivery schedules, ensuring consistency in service. Integrity promotes transparency and honesty in all transactions, building trust with customers. Convenience shapes how services are structured, making processes simple and stress-free, while responsiveness ensures quick communication, adaptability, and efficient problem-solving throughout project execution. Together, these values ensure that all activities remain customer-focused, efficient, and dependable.
The name of my brand is Omooba Minimart, which operates on the following key values:
Customer Satisfaction – Prioritising customer needs by ensuring timely delivery and accurate shopping.
Affordability (“Shikini Money”) – Keeping prices and service charges reasonable for customers.
Reliability – Consistency with weekend delivery schedules and fulfillment of promises.
Integrity – Honest transactions, transparency in pricing, and trustworthiness.
Convenience – Making shopping stress-free by acting as a personal shopper.
Responsiveness – Quick communication and feedback to customer requests.
The organizational values of Omooba Minimart strongly influence how work and projects are carried out by guiding decisions and daily operations. Customer satisfaction ensures that every task or project is designed to meet customer needs effectively, while affordability influences budgeting and pricing decisions to keep services accessible. Reliability drives proper planning and adherence to delivery schedules, ensuring consistency in service. Integrity promotes transparency and honesty in all transactions, building trust with customers. Convenience shapes how services are structured, making processes simple and stress-free, while responsiveness ensures quick communication, adaptability, and efficient problem-solving throughout project execution. Together, these values ensure that all activities remain customer-focused, efficient, and dependable.
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Ethical practice brings good work Values and norms, which are part of a working culture in an organisational moral principles, and behavioural standards, and decision-making and actions within an organisation, leading to a responsible social or environmental behaviour.
As a virtual assistant,my values keeps me in it with the client, however it turns
Jerry Ebruvwiyor Osiobe – Cohort 31 Team 5.
Organizational values are like the compass that guides how projects are managed and delivered. Let’s break this down with some examples:
Common Organizational Values
Integrity – Acting with honesty and transparency.
Collaboration – Working together across teams and departments.
Innovation – Encouraging creativity and continuous improvement.
Customer focus – Prioritizing client needs and satisfaction.
Accountability – Taking responsibility for outcomes.
Respect & inclusivity – Valuing diverse perspectives and treating people fairly.
How Values Influence Project Work.
Integrity → You’d ensure reporting is accurate, risks are not hidden, and stakeholders trust your updates.
Collaboration → You’d foster teamwork, encourage open communication, and resolve conflicts constructively.
Innovation → You’d be open to new tools, methods, or approaches that improve efficiency.
Customer focus → You’d align project deliverables with stakeholder expectations and end-user needs.
Accountability → You’d set clear responsibilities, track progress, and own mistakes when they occur.
Respect & inclusivity → You’d create an environment where all voices are heard, which improves stakeholder engagement and decision-making.
Chiamaka Joy Uzoh-Cohort 31, Team 2
In reflecting on MTX Resources Limited’s organizational values safety, quality, integrity, professionalism, innovation, and client satisfaction. I recognize that they directly shape how I perform as a Project and Technical Advisor.
Safety guides my planning and technical recommendations, ensuring risk mitigation is always prioritized. Quality and professionalism influence how I prepare schedules, reports, and technical documentation to meet industry standards. Integrity shapes my communication with clients and internal teams, ensuring transparency and ethical decision-making. Innovation pushes me to seek smarter, more efficient solutions in project execution.
Overall, MTX’s values influence how I plan, advise, and communicate, helping me remain accountable, technically sound, and client-focused in every project I handle.
Some of the values I can identify from the organizations I have worked with are : excellence, creativity, diligence, inclusivity, team work and pro-activeness.