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MODULE 2b Professionalism

Professionalism is defined as the conduct, aims, and qualities that characterize a professional person, emphasizing ethical behavior, accountability, and quality of work. It has evolved through various societal stages, from primitive societies to the 21st century, reflecting changes in job roles and the nature of work. The importance of professionalism lies in its ability to enhance competence, build trust, maintain ethical standards, and improve organizational reputation.

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MODULE 2b Professionalism

Professionalism is defined as the conduct, aims, and qualities that characterize a professional person, emphasizing ethical behavior, accountability, and quality of work. It has evolved through various societal stages, from primitive societies to the 21st century, reflecting changes in job roles and the nature of work. The importance of professionalism lies in its ability to enhance competence, build trust, maintain ethical standards, and improve organizational reputation.

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Professionalism

general definition: = professionalism is the conduct, aims and qualities that characterize a profession or
professional person. **

workplace context: it refers to the behavior, characteristics that are expected from individual in a
professional environment including adherence to ethical standard, accountability, quality of work.

career dev: professionalism is a set of values, behaviors and relationship that underpin the work of a
professional. *

halpert: professionalism encompasses the skills, behaviors, relationships that reflect the qualities and
expectation of a profession. (interpersonal skills and ethical behavior). *

cipd: professionalism is characterized by commitment to act ethically, responsibly and with integrity in
dealing with others. (accountability, integrity, commitment, beliefs) *

Emergence of different profession at the different stages of social development:

primitive societies: hunter, gatherer, shaman, toolmaker, small nomadic group relied on hunting
animals, shaman spiritual, tool maker.

agriculture societies: farmer, builder, trader, blacksmiths, permanent settlement, specialized in different
professions.

Ancient Civilizations: Scribes, priests, architects, soldiers, traders, artisans, doctors, Organized
societies like Mesopotamia, Egypt, developed writing, laws, built cities.

Medieval Period: Farmers, knights, clergy, merchants, craftsmen, scholars, physicians Feudal
hierarchy; religious dominance; growing towns and trade; class-based society

Renaissance & Early Modern Period: Scientists, artists, philosophers, explorers, bankers, lawyers
Focus on humanism, science, art, and exploration; rise of influential thinkers and financial
institutions

Industrial Revolution: Factory workers, engineers, entrepreneurs, teachers, doctors, journalists,


accountants Mechanization, mass production, urbanization; growth of education and white-collar
professions.
20th Century: Engineers, scientists, doctors, lawyers, managers, educators, government officials

Rise of corporations, healthcare, and education; professionalization of key fields

21st Century: Software engineers, data scientists, AI specialists, digital marketers, cybersecurity
experts, influencers, remote workers

Internet, automation, and AI reshaped jobs; rise of digital and remote work.

Future Trends Near Future AI ethicists, space miners, virtual reality architects, climate change
specialists, bioengineers Emphasis on technology, sustainability, and space; emergence of new
fields and redefinition of work.

The two broader forces responsible for social changes are : Subjective Forces, Objective Forces **
these are the keys to understand human nature

subjective forces are internal human factors like intelligence, perception, beliefs, conscious that shape
how individual understand and react to world.

objective forces are external measurable factors like mode of production that influence social behavior
and condition.

Mode of Production Professions Nature of Professionalism

Primitive Communism Hunters, Gatherers Basic survival skills; no specialization

Slavery Artisans, Builders, Scribes Forced skills, low individual value

Feudalism Knights, Priests, Craftsmen Class-based roles; loyalty and service emphasized

Capitalism Engineers, Teachers, Planners Skills meet societal needs; professionalism linked to
goals

 The capitalist mode of production is characterized by private ownership of the means of


production, the pursuit of profit, market competition, and the prevalence of wage labor.
Importance of Professionalism: *** ComQuaAccBoundResEthics(CQABRRE)

competence and quality of work: Professionalism promotes skill development and expertise, leading to
improved work quality

accountability: Professionalism means being responsible for your actions, helping build trust and
honesty—especially in important jobs like teaching, healthcare, and law.

boundaries and respect: Professionalism means keeping proper boundaries in relationships, which
builds respect and supports good teamwork

organizational reputation: Professionalism helps build a good name, attracting clients and talented
workers, and making the organization stand out in a competitive market.

ethical practice: Professionalism supports ethical standards, encouraging honest and fair actions that
lead to better decisions

Interrelationship Between Ethics and Professionalism: **

Ethics and professionalism are interconnected, a professional’s conduct is often guided by ethical
principles. For example, in healthcare, doctors respect patient rights and privacy. Together, ethics and
professionalism guide behavior, build trust, and help create a better society.

Professionalism in public administration:*** trust, acc, quality, communication, improvement, ethics,


civic.

Enhancing Public Trust>>Credibility and Reliability

Improving Service Quality>>Competence and Expertise

Promoting Ethical Behavior>>Adherence to Standards

Fostering Accountability>>Responsibility and Consequences

Encouraging Continuous Improvement>>life

Effective Communication

Balancing Diverse Interests

Organizational Culture>>positive environment

decision making

civic engagement
Professionalism is key to strong public administration. It builds trust, improves service quality,
encourages ethics and accountability, and supports skill growth. By staying professional

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