W. P. Carey School of Business Graduate Student Conduct and Professionalism Policy:
We, the students of the W. P. Carey Master’s programs, are committed to maintaining the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professional courtesy for ourselves and amongst our classmates. We believe that ethical behavior is not only the cornerstone of a good academic program, but of good business as well. As such, we are steadfast in our commitment to the following principles:
- Academic Integrity —We view the W. P. Carey Academic Integrity Policy as a living, breathing document, not just concepts on a page. As such, we are resolute in ensuring that we abide by the principles contained within, both in letter and in spirit. Furthermore, we will hold our classmates to the same high standards to which we hold ourselves.
- Consideration of Others — As W. P. Carey students, we believe that we should treat others as we wish to be treated. To this end, we will be considerate of classmates, professors, and recruiters in all aspects. Furthermore, we will constructively add to the collaborative environment by helping and encouraging others.
- Professionalism — As W. P. Carey students, we believe that the behaviors we practice today will become a habit in the future. To that end, we are committed to act in a professional manner in all school settings, including classes, networking events, and interviews. We will be cognizant of the fact that we are representing the program and our classmates at all times.
Professionalism Expectations
Professionalism, broadly speaking, includes ethical decision-making, consideration of others, and demonstration of personal accountability. Exhibiting professional behavior is integral to a positive learning environment within the university and promotes innovation, inclusive excellence, integrity, and mutual respect for students, faculty, and staff.
W. P. Carey students are expected to treat others as they wish to be treated. Students will be considerate of classmates, professors, staff and recruiters in all aspects and commit to acting in a professional manner in all school settings, including classes, sponsored events, and interviews.
Communication
All communication, whether oral or written, should be in a professional tone and format. In your courses your instructor should set forth procedures for communication including posted office hours, making appointments, and providing contact information.
Examples of behaviors expected when participating in activities associated with W. P. Carey School of Business:
- Communicate clearly, promptly and in a respectful manner with students, staff, colleagues, instructors, and the public.
- Participate in verbal and written interactions in an equitable and respectful manner.
- Maintain professionalism in interpersonal relationships, manner, appearance, hygiene and communication (including electronic communication).
- Accept feedback and make good faith attempts to improve performance based on feedback.
Examples of behaviors that do not meet this standard:
- Consistently interrupt, show disrespect toward, ignore or belittle people.
- Use or display inappropriate language (profanity, obscenities, hate speech) with students, faculty, staff, and/or other professionals.
- Consistently make disruptive, rude, argumentative, confrontational or intimidating comments in a classroom or professional setting.
Classroom
The classroom (in-person or online) should be an environment that fosters learning and sharing ideas. This type of environment works best when students arrive to class on time, prepared, and with an open mind. It is vital to the learning process that each student demonstrates respect for the instructor, classmates, and course content.
Examples of behaviors expected when participating in activities associated with W. P. Carey School of Business:
- Address, with the appropriate faculty member or administrator, any instance in which there is a suspicion or knowledge of an academic integrity violation or professional misconduct by a student or faculty member.
- Unless it is appropriate for the class activity, silence all electronic devices when you enter the classroom.
- Respect your professors, teaching assistants, and peers by refraining from disruptive behavior such as engaging in non-classroom related activities during class time.
Examples of behaviors that do not meet this standard:
- Fail to complete or follow through on projects and/or commitments on time and by deadlines.
- Consistently disparage professional development activities or academic learning.
- Disruptive or inappropriate behavior, including consistent absence or excessive tardies to class(es) without an excusable reason.
Co-curricular & Career
Co-curricular conduct — behavior beyond the classroom — including appearance, behavior, and online presence has far-reaching effects. Faculty, employers, recruiters, and future professional peers may form positive or negative perceptions based on what they see or hear. W. P. Carey students should conduct themselves as professionals with integrity in the classroom, in the workplace, and in associated activities.
Examples of behaviors expected when participating in activities associated with W. P. Carey School of Business:
- Act as a responsible group member: attend meetings and contribute equitably to discussions, workload, and presentations.
- Demonstrate respect and care for University property.
- Honor appointments with faculty, staff, advisors, recruiters, and employers.
- Understand that employers may search social media sites when making hiring decisions.
Examples of behaviors that do not meet this standard:
- Violation of school, university, or workplace policies, or the law.
- Failure to honor commitments to attend events, which includes arriving on time and dressing appropriately.
- Dressing in attire that could be considered inappropriate for the event, classroom, or workplace.
- Misuse of electronic media, using threatening or self-destructive behaviors.
- Disruptive or inappropriate behavior during experiential learning opportunities, such as conferences, field studies, international travel, etc.
Technology
Use of personal or public desktops, tablets, laptops, cell phones, and other electronic devices while engaging in university business should be conducted in a respectful and professional manner.
Examples of behaviors expected when participating in activities associated with W. P. Carey School of Business:
- Be mindful of using technology in academic and non-academic settings (meetings, internships, at the workplace, and/or University sponsored events).
- Respect public workstations during use. Ensure space is clean and operable for future use and report faulty equipment to appropriate staff.
Examples of behaviors that do not meet this standard:
- Use of devices that are distracting, and/or impede safe movement of others through classroom and non-classroom spaces (use of cords, wall plugs, etc.).
- Inappropriate use of university equipment for personal use or gain.
Every interaction with fellow students, faculty, staff, alumni and recruiters develops your personal reputation and brand. We expect students to follow our Student Code of Conduct and our Graduate Professionalism Policy whenever they are representing themselves as a student of the W. P. Carey School of Business both inside and outside of the classroom.
Students accused of violating the Graduate Professionalism Policy will attend a meeting with the Associate Dean of Graduate Programs, or designee, to discuss the allegations. After this meeting, the student will be informed of whether or not they have violated the policy and if so, what sanctions will be applied.
- The School may impose sanctions at any point in this process. Sanctions may include being placed on academic probation, mandatory follow-up meetings, prohibited participation in the following: W. P. Carey Graduate Programs Clubs & Organizations, serving in a student leadership role, participation in Convocation and/or graduation events or other extracurricular opportunities, or a recommendation for dismissal from the program.
In all instances of misconduct, including egregious behavior, these may be reported to the Dean of Students Office, Student Rights & Responsibilities, Office of University Rights & Responsibilities or Academic Integrity Officer to be investigated consistent with the relevant policies and procedures.
This policy is meant to augment the Arizona State University Student Code of Conduct. All students are expected to be familiar with both the Student Code of Conduct and Professionalism Policy and violations of either or both may be investigated within W. P. Carey School of Business and other offices as detailed above.