Speak Up
The "Speak Up" duty is a crucial aspect of RICS membership, emphasising your responsibility to report concerns about potential breaches...
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RICS APC Revision Guide Final Interview Assessment Practice Questions
Ace your RICS APC with our concise revision material, covering all the mandatory competencies in an easy-to-remember format. Test your knowledge with hundreds of questions and detailed explanations that will help you identify areas for improvement. Get the edge you need to succeed only with us.
Phoenix Firms
"Phoenix firms" within the context of RICS refer to companies that close down in a disorderly way and then quickly re-establish...
Fraud
Fraud poses a significant threat to the surveying and valuation professions, potentially impacting clients, firms, and the reputation of...
Registering Your Firm With The RICS
Registering your firm with RICS can be a beneficial step for gaining recognition and demonstrating commitment to professional standards...
Professional Indemnity Insurance
Setting up professional indemnity insurance (PII) as an RICS member is crucial for protecting yourself and your business from financial...
Handling Client Money
Handling client money is a critical responsibility for RICS members, requiring strict adherence to ethical and professional standards....
Dealing with a Complaint
Dealing with a complaint as a RICS member can be stressful, but understanding the process and responding appropriately is crucial for resolv
Checking your Employer’s Compliance with RICS’ Rules of Conduct
While the RICS focuses on the individual ethical conduct of its members, firms employing RICS members also have responsibilities towards...
Qualifying CPD Activities and Recording
RICS defines Continuing Professional Development (CPD) as any learning activity that helps you maintain and improve your knowledge,...
RICS CPD Policy
Complying with RICS' CPD (Continuing Professional Development) policy is crucial for all members to maintain their professional...
The Bribery Act
Bribery Act Summary: Prohibits offering, promising, or accepting bribes, whether directly or indirectly. Covers public and private...
Checking Terms of Appointment for Compliance with RICS Rules
Checking terms of appointment for compliance with RICS rules is crucial for both clients and professionals engaging in surveying and...
Gifts and Hospitality
Handling gifts and hospitality within the surveying and valuation professions requires careful consideration as it can raise ethical...
Transparency in Professional Fees
Transparency in professional fees has been a long-standing issue within the surveying and valuation professions, with the RICS actively...
Identifying a Conflict of Interest
Identifying a conflict of interest can be challenging, but the RICS provides clear guidance and resources to help its members navigate...
Case Studies of Past Disciplinary Cases
The RICS publishes case studies of past disciplinary cases to provide valuable learning opportunities for members and shed light on the...
RICS Ethical Breaches
The RICS, as a professional body, doesn't directly rely on common law for handling ethical breaches. While common law can inform certain...
RICS Ethics and Common Law
Here's a summary of the relationship between RICS ethics and common law: Common law is a system of law based on precedent, meaning that...
RICS Policy Documents
The RICS has a vast collection of policy documents covering various aspects of their professional standards, regulations, guidance, and...
Mandatory Professional Statements
Mandatory Professional Statements (MPS) serve as essential documents outlining specific, compulsory requirements for members and...
Professional Obligations to the RICS
This sets out the core professional obligations for members and firms. The following professional obligations to RICS are mandatory for...
RICS New Rules of Conduct
The RICS implemented new Rules of Conduct on 2 February 2022, replacing the previous codes for members, firms, and global professional...
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