Is my action in line with the UNIVEN Code of Conduct?
Ethics & Accountability
Unethical Behaviour
Guidance and confidential reporting channels for suspected unethical conduct.
Speak Up
Report unethical behaviour safely
Use the ethical decision checklist, review examples of unacceptable conduct and access the confidential Tip-Offs reporting channel.
Use these questions before making an ethical decision
If the answer to any of these questions makes you uncomfortable, the action may not be appropriate.
Is my action legal?
Is my action honest and fair?
How would my family, friends and neighbours react if they knew about my action?
Would customers or stakeholders approve of my action?
Behaviour considered unethical at UNIVEN
The following are examples of conduct that should be reported or raised through the appropriate University channels.
Harassment, bullying and victimisation in the workplace
Discrimination or unwanted verbal or physical conduct
Theft or misuse of University time
Unauthorised disclosure of confidential information or intellectual property
Stealing, taking or removing University or third-party property
Altering, falsifying or forging documents, contracts, records or financial transactions
Working under the influence of substances that could impair judgement or performance
Using unethical or illegal practices to collect competitive information
Offering or accepting any form of illegal payment
Lack of compliance with legal or contractual obligations
Fraudulent misuse of property or improper expense accounts
Confidential Reporting
Tip-Offs Anonymous
If you have experienced or observed theft, unethical conduct or other misconduct at UNIVEN, you may report it anonymously through the independent fraud and ethics hotline.