Editing Human resource management (section)

===Code of ethics===
Code of ethics provides a framework for ethical behavior and professional conduct in HRM. It ensures integrity, fairness, and responsibility. Its function is to guide HR professionals and departments in upholding the rights, safety, and interests of all stakeholders. They are generally categorized into the following:<ref>{{Cite web |date=n.d. |title=Code of Ethics and Rules of Professional Conduct: National Standards |url=https://cphr.ca/your-career/national-standards/ |website=CPHR/CRHA Canada |language=en-CA}} [https://cphr.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/CPHR-Canada-Code-of-Conduct4.pdf PDF]</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=n.d. |title=Code of Conduct and Ethics |url=https://www.cipd.org/en/membership/professional-standards/code-of-conduct/ |website=CIPD |language=en}} [https://www.cipd.org/globalassets/media/comms/code-of-conduct/2023-cipd-code-of-conduct-and-ethics.pdf PDF]</ref>

# '''Duties to the Public:''' HR professionals must act ethically, lawfully, and with integrity. They should address illegal acts, uphold public trust, maintain competence, and engage in continuous professional development.
# '''Duties to the Profession:''' HR professionals must uphold the reputation of the profession by avoiding misconduct, adhering to ethical codes, promoting a positive image, and cooperating with investigations or disciplinary processes.
# '''Duties to Clients and Employers:''' HR professionals must prioritize the best interests of employers and clients, ensure impartiality, disclose conflicts of interest, maintain accurate records, and safeguard confidentiality.
# '''Duties to Individuals:''' HR professionals must advance dignity, equity, and safety for all. They should respect privacy, avoid discrimination or harassment, report imminent risks of harm, and foster an inclusive workplace.
# '''Overarching Duties:''' HR professionals must foster trust, respect, and fairness in all relationships. They must act impartially, comply with laws, promote diversity, and resolve disputes ethically and professionally.