Faculty Development Program on Workplace Ethics and Professional Conduct Held at TMU
Teerthanker Mahaveer University (TMU) successfully conducted a Faculty Development Program (FDP) titled “Workplace Ethics and Professional Conduct in Academia” on March 10, 2025, at the College of Agriculture Sciences. The program aimed to equip faculty members with critical insights into ethical standards, professional behaviour, and integrity in academic settings.
Expert-Led Insights by Dr. Pankaj Kumar Singh
The FDP was led by Dr. Pankaj Kumar Singh, Director of the Centre for Teaching, Learning, and Development (CTLD), an esteemed authority in academic ethics and professional conduct. His session provided a comprehensive learning experience, combining theoretical concepts with practical case studies. The 19 participating faculty members actively engaged in discussions, reflecting the high relevance of ethics in academia.
Key Objectives of the Program
The program focused on:
- Understanding the significance of ethical conduct in academic environments.
- Learning best practices for professional behaviour and institutional decorum.
- Promoting academic integrity and responsible research practices.
- Developing effective conflict resolution and communication strategies among faculty and students.
Session Highlights
The FDP covered the following critical areas:
Understanding Workplace Ethics
- Core principles of honesty, fairness, and transparency in academia.
- Importance of ethical conduct for fostering a culture of responsibility.
Professional Conduct in Academia
- Guidelines for maintaining discipline and decorum within educational institutions.
- Faculty’s role in shaping ethical student behaviour and institutional culture.
Academic Integrity
- Addressing plagiarism and unethical research practices.
- Implementing policies to maintain integrity in teaching and research.
Effective Communication and Conflict Resolution
- Techniques for sustaining professional relationships among colleagues and students.
- Best practices for resolving workplace conflicts constructively.
Program Outcomes
By the end of the session, faculty members reported:
- Enhanced awareness of workplace ethics and professional conduct.
- Improved strategies for promoting academic integrity and responsible research.
- Practical approaches for effective communication and conflict resolution.
Participant Feedback
Faculty members appreciated the practical and interactive nature of the FDP. They highlighted the relevance of the topics to their academic roles and expressed interest in participating in similar programs in the future.
Outcome
The Faculty Development Program on “Workplace Ethics and Professional Conduct in Academia” marked a significant step in reinforcing ethical standards at TMU. Through expert guidance, interactive discussions, and case studies, the program successfully strengthened faculty awareness of professionalism, integrity, and effective teamwork in academia.
