In the wake of HeartBleed and the numerous recent privacy breaches that have created growing concerns, the need for professionalism and ethics in IT has never been higher.
We live in a highly connected world where technology has become the central nervous system of our modern society. Technology has changed our world for the better, but technology also has fantastic potential for misuse as far too regularly witnessed. Technology professionals and future business leaders must therefore actively contribute and commit to ethical conduct regarding the data, systems, and IP they influence.
We kindly ask that you demonstrate your support for Ethics and Professionalism in IT by:
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Taking the new CIPS IT Ethics Exam and:
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Learn about the principles of the CIPS Code of Ethics
- Gain skills and confidence in dealing with issues related to professionalism and ethics by navigating through hypothetical situations
- Donating and supporting the CIPS Ethics Exam and CIPS projects focused on promoting and aiding Professionalism and Ethics in the IT Profession and Industry
Donations will go to:
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The CIPS Ethics Exam – Take the Free exam and obtain the “CIPS Certificate of Completion of the Ethics in Computing and IT Exam”
- Although there is no cost to take the Exam, CIPS greatly appreciates a donation of any amount to contribute to its sustainability and ongoing development
- CIPS projects focused on promoting and aiding Professionalism and Ethics in the IT Profession and Industry
As a thank you for your donation CIPS Supports will receive the following:
- Listing on the CIPS website as a “CIPS Supporter”
- Listing in “Directory of CIPS IT Ethics Exam Certificate Holders” (If Ethics Exam Completed)
- A CIPS Coffee Mug
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The first 3 donators who contribute $500 or more will receive a Cisco TelePresence PrecisionHD USB Camera! (Donated by Cisco)
To take the CIPS Ethics Exam go to: http://open2.senecac.on.ca/cips
Thank you for you Support!
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About the CIPS Ethics Exam:
As part of CIPS’ mandate to establish Information Technology (IT) as a profession, CIPS has identified a need for testing knowledge and understanding of ethics in computing and IT.
A common testing methodology was developed, relevant to all IT professionals regardless of domain or technical specialization or occupation. The online exam, which is now mandatory for I.S.P. and ITCP Certification applicants, is a multiple choice, non-proctored and open-book exam. The goal of the exam is to assess IT professionals on their ability to apply ethical reasoning to certain situations and to encourage them to think about how they would respond to situations similar to those posed by the exam scenarios and questions.
The exam is for experienced and new IT practitioners and builds awareness of the key principles of professionalism and the CIPS Code of Ethics.
This exam will help you:
- Learn about the principles of the CIPS Code of Ethics
- Gain skills and confidence in dealing with issues related to professionalism and ethics by navigating through hypothetical situations
- The elements of the CIPS Code will be covered with case scenarios to help better understand the nuances and subtleties behind the Code.
There is no cost to take the exam, but donations are appreciated.
About CIPS:
CIPS is an association of IT professionals. Since 1958 CIPS has helped strengthen the Canadian IT industry by establishing standards and sharing best practices for the benefit of individual IT professionals and the sector as a whole. As Canada’s Association of Information Technology Professionals we represent thousands of members across the country.
CIPS offers Networking opportunities, Certification of IT professionals (I.S.P. and ITCP certifications), Accreditation of IT Post-Secondary programs, a niche IT Job Board, a voice to government, and represents Canadian IT professionals in international forums, encouraging and facilitating on-going professional development and safeguarding the public interest.
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For any questions or inquiries please contact CIPS at info@cips.ca or 1-877-ASK-CIPS (275-2477)
