Ethics for Property Managers

Description

Ethics for Property Managers
Course#21120321 - 4 Ethics (ONLINE)
Instructor: Gavin Leach
$50 - Members, $65 Non-Members

Course Description: An ethics for property managers course teaches professionals to navigate complex situations by applying codes of conduct (like IREM or NAR), analyze ethical dilemmas through case studies, understand conflicts of interest, and implement decision-making models to ensure fair, legal, and trustworthy practices with owners, tenants, and the public, going beyond mere legal compliance to foster professional integrity. 

Core Topics Covered

- Professional Codes: In-depth study of ethical codes (e.g., IREM, NAR), covering duties to clients, the public, and fellow professionals.

- Ethical Decision-Making: Applying structured models and theories (like utilitarianism, deontology) to resolve dilemmas.

- Conflicts of Interest: Identifying, avoiding, and managing situations that create divided loyalties.

- Case Studies: Analyzing real-world scenarios to understand consequences and best practices.

- Legal & Regulatory Context: Understanding how ethics intersect with fair housing laws, data security, and property management regulations.

- Tenant & Owner Relations: Ethical handling of tenant screening, disputes, fair housing requests, and owner funds. 

Key Learning Objectives

- Understand the ethical responsibilities beyond just legal minimums.

- Develop confidence in acting ethically, even when difficult.

- Implement strategies for honest communication and building trust.

- Apply ethical frameworks to situations involving confidentiality, proper fund handling, and trade secrets. 

Who Takes These Courses?

- Property Managers seeking designations (like RPA®, FMA®).

- REALTORS® needing mandatory Code of Ethics training.

- Professionals needing continuing education credits (CE). 

About the Instructor: Gavin Leach
Gavin Leach, EdD, is a qualified real estate educator with many years of professional and educational experience in multiple capacities within the real estate industry. His practitioner background provides a comprehensive understanding of real-world real estate operations and regulatory responsibilities, allowing him to deliver instruction that is both accurate and practically applicable. Dr. Leach holds a Doctorate in Instructional Education, with expertise in curriculum design, adult learning theory, and outcomes-based instruction. His academic training ensures that course content is developed and delivered in alignment with best practices for adult learners and state continuing education standards. He specializes in property management, ethics, and fair housing, with a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance, professional responsibility, and risk mitigation. Dr. Leach’s courses are structured to promote clarity, engagement, and measurable learning outcomes while meeting all applicable state CE requirements. His LinkedIn profile can be found here.