Accountable & Ethical Decision Making

Course overview

Accountable & Ethical Decision Making is designed for all staff and leaders working in the public sector and local government. The program supports agencies to meet their responsibility to build awareness of accountability requirements and equip employees to navigate ethical challenges with clarity and confidence in day-to-day work.

About the program

Operating in the public sector requires a clear understanding of accountability, integrity and ethical decision-making. Employees are often required to make decisions in complex environments where competing priorities, ambiguity and public scrutiny are present.

This program is grounded in the Public Sector Commission’s guidelines and provides a practical understanding of the frameworks, legislation and principles that underpin public sector decision-making. It moves beyond theory, focusing on how these requirements apply in real workplace situations.

Delivered by experienced practitioners with direct WA public sector experience, the program uses real examples and practical tools to help participants navigate ethical dilemmas, make defensible decisions and act with confidence and integrity.

Learning outcomes

• Understand accountable and ethical decision-making in a public sector context
• Apply key legislation, principles and integrity frameworks to workplace situations
• Recognise ethical risks and navigate competing priorities
• Use a simple, structured approach to support sound decision-making
• Clearly understand responsibilities relating to behaviour and business activities
• Know where to seek guidance and support when required