Public Leadership and Governance: Ethical Practices and Principles

Course Focus and Features

This course explores the critical role of ethics in public leadership and governance. It aims to instill core values of integrity, accountability, and transparency among public officials, while equipping them with tools to navigate ethical dilemmas, strengthen public trust, and promote good governance.

Key Features:

• In-depth discussion on ethical leadership and good governance frameworks

• Integration of Philippine laws on ethics, accountability, and public service conduct

• Real-life cases on ethical lapses and their consequences

• Practical tools for ethical decision-making and value-based leadership

• Promoting a culture of integrity and citizen-centered service

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the ethical responsibilities and standards expected of public leaders

2. Apply relevant laws such as RA 6713 (Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards), RA 3019 (Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act), and related issuances

3. Identify and manage ethical risks and dilemmas in governance

4. Strengthen integrity systems and ethical climate within their institutions

5. Demonstrate ethical decision-making in leadership and policy execution

Who Should Attend

This course is suitable for NGAs, LGUs, SUCs and GOCCs/GFIs:

• Department heads and senior government officials

• Elected officials in national and local government

• Supervisors, team leaders, and managers in public service

• Members of integrity and internal audit units

• Public servants interested in advancing ethical leadership

What You Will Learn

Participants will gain insights and skills in:

• Principles of ethical governance and value-based public leadership

• Legal framework: RA 6713, RA 3019, SALN rules, and administrative ethics policies

• Ethical decision-making frameworks and conflict of interest management

• Building organizational integrity and ethical accountability systems

• Real-world case discussions on ethical challenges in public service

• Leading by example: personal and institutional integrity practices

Total Number of Hours - 16