Public Sector Ethics, Integrity & Anti-Corruption

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About Course

Course Code: PSF-103

Program: GovSphere

Academy: Foundations of Public Service

Develop public servants’ ability to recognize ethical responsibilities, uphold integrity, prevent misconduct, and support anti-corruption practices in government. This course helps learners understand how ethical behavior, transparent decisions, and responsible use of authority strengthen public trust and institutional credibility.

Learning Outcomes

  • Explain the importance of ethics and integrity in public service
  • Identify common ethical risks and misconduct scenarios
  • Apply ethical decision-making principles in daily work
  • Recognize corruption risks and prevention practices
  • Support transparent, fair, and accountable government processes
  • Promote a culture of integrity within public institutions

Learning Experience: Video lessons, audio deep dives, Putting It All Together audio lessons, study guides, workbooks and activities, knowledge checks, and discussion forums.

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What Will You Learn?

  • Explain the importance of ethics and integrity in public service; Identify common ethical risks and misconduct scenarios; Apply ethical decision-making principles in daily work; Recognize corruption risks and prevention practices; Support transparent, fair, and accountable government processes; Promote a culture of integrity within public institutions

Course Content

Foundations of Public Sector Ethics
This module introduces Foundations of Public Sector Ethics within Public Sector Ethics, Integrity & Anti-Corruption. Introduce ethical principles, integrity expectations, and the importance of ethical behavior in government. Learners explore Understanding Ethics in Public Service, Integrity as a Public Service Value, Ethical Responsibilities of Public Servants, and Ethics, Public Trust and Institutional Credibility.

  • Understanding Ethics in Public Service
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  • Integrity as a Public Service Value
    07:51
  • Ethical Responsibilities of Public Servants
    07:51
  • Ethics, Public Trust and Institutional Credibility
    07:51
  • Putting It All Together

Ethical Decision-Making in Government
This module introduces Ethical Decision-Making in Government within Public Sector Ethics, Integrity & Anti-Corruption. Help learners make responsible decisions when facing ethical challenges, competing pressures, or unclear situations. Learners explore Recognizing Ethical Dilemmas, Ethical Decision-Making Frameworks, Managing Pressure and Conflicting Interests, and Taking Responsibility for Ethical Choices.

Integrity Risks and Misconduct Prevention
This module introduces Integrity Risks and Misconduct Prevention within Public Sector Ethics, Integrity & Anti-Corruption. Build awareness of common misconduct risks and practical prevention behaviors. Learners explore Common Integrity Risks in Public Institutions, Conflict of Interest and Duty of Loyalty, Gifts, Favors and Improper Influence, and Preventing Misconduct in Daily Work.

Anti-Corruption Awareness and Practices
This module introduces Anti-Corruption Awareness and Practices within Public Sector Ethics, Integrity & Anti-Corruption. Explain corruption risks, prevention methods, reporting responsibilities, and the role of public servants in protecting government integrity. Learners explore Understanding Corruption in Public Service, Corruption Risk Areas in Government Operations, Reporting Misconduct and Speaking Up Responsibly, and Supporting Anti-Corruption Controls and Compliance.

Building a Culture of Integrity
This module introduces Building a Culture of Integrity within Public Sector Ethics, Integrity & Anti-Corruption. Strengthen institutional integrity through ethical leadership, peer accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement. Learners explore Personal Integrity and Professional Courage, Encouraging Ethical Behavior in Teams, Transparency, Fairness and Trust-Building, and Personal Integrity Action Plan.

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