Republic of the Philippines

Laguna State Polytechnic University

ISO 9001:2015 Certified
Province of Laguna
Level I Institutionally Accredited

LSPU Self-paced Learning Module (SLM)

Course ORGANIZATION, MANAGEMENT, ISSUES & PROBLEMS IN PUBLIC
ADMINISTRATION
Sem/AY First Semester/2022-2023
Module No. 4
Lesson Title ACCOUNTABILITY AND ETHICS IN THE PUBLIC SERVICE
Week
5
Duration
Date November 05, 2022
Description This lesson will discuss the meaning & definition of personal integrity, ethics, and
of the values. It will lead to knowing the choice, and operationalization of core values as well
Lesson as the ethics and ethical standards. Educate learners on the code of conduct and
ethical standards in public administration and know the role of the office of the
Ombudsman.

Learning Outcomes
Intended Students should be able to meet the following intended learning outcomes:
Learning  Define personal integrity, ethics, and value.
Outcomes  Discuss the choice and operationalization of core values
 Explain the codes of conduct and ethical standards in public office and the office of the
Ombudsman.
Targets/ At the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
Objectives  discuss personal integrity, ethics, and values
 differentiate the choice and operationalization of core values
 identify the codes of conduct and ethical standards in public office also the office of the
Ombudsman.

Student Learning Strategies

Online Activities A. Online Discussion via Google Meet

(Synchronous/ B. You will be directed to attend a Five-hour discussion and 3 hours asynchronous
Asynchronous) to do the engaging activities and performance tasks. To have access to the
Online Discussion, refer to this link: https://meet.google.com/aeh-mkqd-vfv?
authuser=0.

The online discussion will happen on November 05, 2022, from 8:00 AM to 5:00
PM.

(For further instructions, refer to your Google Classroom and see the schedule
of activities for this module)
LSPU SELF-PACED LEARNING MODULE: ORGANIZATION, MANAGEMENT, ISSUES & PROBLEMS IN
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Prepared by: DESIREE L. WAGAN, PhD
 Republic of the Philippines
Laguna State Polytechnic University
ISO 9001:2015 Certified
Province of Laguna
Level I Institutionally Accredited

The system (LMS) will receive additional scores in-class participation.

(For further instructions, refer to your Google Classroom and see the schedule
of activities for this module)

C. Learning Guide Questions:

1. Define personal integrity, ethics, and value?

2. What are the choice and operationalization of core values?
3. What are the codes of conduct and ethical standards in public office also the
office of the ombudsman.?

Note: The insight you will post on an online discussion forum using Learning Management System
(LMS) will receive additional scores in-class participation.

Lecture Guide

A. Definition of Personal Integrity, Ethics, and Values

Offline Activities
(e-Learning/Self-
Paced)

LSPU SELF-PACED LEARNING MODULE: ORGANIZATION, MANAGEMENT, ISSUES & PROBLEMS IN

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Prepared by: DESIREE L. WAGAN, PhD
 Republic of the Philippines
Laguna State Polytechnic University
ISO 9001:2015 Certified
Province of Laguna
Level I Institutionally Accredited

Integrity is the practice of being honest and showing a consistent and

uncompromising adherence to strong moral and ethical principles and values.
In ethics, integrity is regarded as the honesty and truthfulness or accuracy of
one's actions.

Ethics or Moral Philosophy - It is a branch of philosophy that "involves

systematizing, defending, and recommending concepts of right and wrong
behavior". The field of ethics, along with aesthetics, concerns matters of value,
and thus comprises the branch of philosophy called axiology.

Values refer to fundamental beliefs that guide or motivate attitudes or actions.

In addition, it is also the motive behind purposeful action. They are the ends to
which we act and come in many forms. Personal values are beliefs about right
and wrong that may or may not be considered moral.

A. Choice and Operationalization of Core Values

FIVE CORE VALUES

1. INTEGRITY. Know and do what is right.

2. RESPECT. Treating others, the way you want to be treated.
3. RESPONSIBILITY. Embrace opportunities to contribute.
4. SPORTSMANSHIP. Bring your best to all competitions.
5. SERVANT LEADERSHIP. Serve the common good.

Five most important core values of public administration

 Transparency,

 Accountability,

 Ethics,

 Professionalism, and

 Leadership

LSPU SELF-PACED LEARNING MODULE: ORGANIZATION, MANAGEMENT, ISSUES & PROBLEMS IN

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Prepared by: DESIREE L. WAGAN, PhD
 Republic of the Philippines
Laguna State Polytechnic University
ISO 9001:2015 Certified
Province of Laguna
Level I Institutionally Accredited

B. Ethics and Ethical Standards

Ethical standards are a set of principles established by the founders of the

organization to communicate its underlying moral values.

Ethical standards are based on the human principles of right and wrong.
The differences between them are these: Legal standards are based on written law,
while ethical standards are based on human rights and wrongs. Something can be
legal but not ethical.

This code provides a framework that can be used as a reference for

decision-making processes.

5 MOST WORKPLACE ETHICS

1. Integrity. One of the most important workplace ethics is integrity
2. Honesty. Being an honest individual means you do not deceive others by
giving out misleading information.
3. Discipline.
4. Fair and respect.
5. Responsible and accountable.

C. Codes of Conduct and Ethical Standards in Public Administration Office

Republic Act No. 6713 - Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public.
Officials and Employees.
Also bears the eight (8) norms of conduct – a commitment to the
LSPU SELF-PACED LEARNING MODULE: ORGANIZATION, MANAGEMENT, ISSUES & PROBLEMS IN
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Prepared by: DESIREE L. WAGAN, PhD
 Republic of the Philippines
Laguna State Polytechnic University
ISO 9001:2015 Certified
Province of Laguna
Level I Institutionally Accredited

public interest, professionalism, justness and sincerity, political neutrality,

responsiveness to the public, nationalism, and patriotism, commitment to
democracy, and simple living.
An act establishing a code of conduct and ethical standards for public
officials and employees, to uphold the time-honored principle of public
office being a public trust, granting incentives and rewards for exemplary
service, enumerating prohibited acts and transactions, and providing.

D. The Office of the Ombudsman

The main function of the office

To receive and investigate complaints from aggrieved persons against government

agencies, statutory corporations, and /or officials and employees of such agencies and
organizations.

 Five Functions of the Office

An office performs several managerial functions such as planning,

organizing, directing, coordinating, and communicating. Therefore, managerial
functions help in the smooth functioning of the organization. The office will involve
identifying different assets and resource requirements for business.
Role of the Ombudsman

The Ombudsman investigates complaints against public bodies and, where

appropriate, recommends redress. The Ombudsman is given substantial powers by
parliament to conduct investigations. While Ombudsman recommendations are not
usually binding, they are nevertheless normally implemented by public bodies.

Engaging Activities

Make your own opinion on ethical versus legal

LSPU SELF-PACED LEARNING MODULE: ORGANIZATION, MANAGEMENT, ISSUES & PROBLEMS IN

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Prepared by: DESIREE L. WAGAN, PhD
 Republic of the Philippines
Laguna State Polytechnic University
ISO 9001:2015 Certified
Province of Laguna
Level I Institutionally Accredited

Performance Tasks

PT1. Critical Thinking Skills

1. Is there a “Right Time” to be ethical?

2. Do organizations have ethics? Why or Why Not?
3. What is the relationship between the law and ethical behavior?
4. What is your opinion of whistle-blowing? If you were aware of criminal activity in your
organization but knew that reporting it would probably cost you your job, what would
you do?

Please follow the format below.

Margin: Normal Justify Paper Size: A4

Spacing: 1.5 Font Size: 12 Font Style: Cambria

PT 2. Self-assessment

Directions: Write a personal reflection regarding how will you treat yourself. And how do you treat
your co-employees?

Understanding Directed Assess

Rubric for Performance Tasks (PT1 & PT2)

Criteria Excellent Very Good Good Poor

(6 Points) (5 Points) (3 Points) (1 Point)

Organization A Logically Inconsistent Minimal
sophisticated arrange with arrangement arrangement
LSPU SELF-PACED LEARNING MODULE: ORGANIZATION, MANAGEMENT, ISSUES & PROBLEMS IN
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Prepared by: DESIREE L. WAGAN, PhD
 Republic of the Philippines
Laguna State Polytechnic University
ISO 9001:2015 Certified
Province of Laguna
Level I Institutionally Accredited

arrangement refined with refined without

of content transitions transitions transitions
with strongly
refined
transitions
Focus on Topic There is a The main idea The main idea The main idea
(Content) clear idea and is clear but no is somewhat is not clear
a well-focused detailed clear but there and too many
topic. Stated information is no detailed not detailed
detailed information and relevant
information
Support for Ideas are well Ideas are Ideas are Ideas are not
Topic organized and organized and slightly ordered
(Content) strongly evident ordered
evident
SCORE
TOTAL SCORE /15

Learning Resources

LSPU SELF-PACED LEARNING MODULE: ORGANIZATION, MANAGEMENT, ISSUES & PROBLEMS IN

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Prepared by: DESIREE L. WAGAN, PhD
 Republic of the Philippines
Laguna State Polytechnic University
ISO 9001:2015 Certified
Province of Laguna
Level I Institutionally Accredited

 LSPU Student handbook 2014

 De Ocampo, Roberto F., Ethics: Black or White (or Gray), 2018
 Griffin, Ricky, Fundamentals of Management, 8 th Edition, 2018
 Martires, Rodil Concepcion, Human Behavior in organization, 3 rd Edition, 2013
 Navarro, Gregorio S., The Power to Govern, 2007
 Thapa Ishwor, 2020. Public Administration: Meaning, Scope, and Its Nature
 https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/public%20administration
 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_administration
 https://www.managementstudyguide.com/what-is-public-administration.htm
 https://www.padmad.org/2014/02/definition-of-administration
defined.html#:~:text=John%20A.,to%20square%20with%20our%20intentions.
 https://jus.com.br/artigos/59903/definition-of-public-adminstration-various-scholars

 https://www.lsbf.org.uk/blog/news/importance-of-financial-management/117410
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LSPU SELF-PACED LEARNING MODULE: ORGANIZATION, MANAGEMENT, ISSUES & PROBLEMS IN

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Prepared by: DESIREE L. WAGAN, PhD