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PMI PMP Project Management

Category - Professional Responsibility

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This is based on a real scenario at a Japanese investment bank. You have discovered a major complex case of international fraud at the company in the course of executing a project. You have reported it to your manager and were not satisfied by his lack of response. What should your NEXT action be?
  1. Call your lawyer, even though he’s kind of a jerk.
  2. Tell your boss' boss. If he doesn’t listen, tell your boss’ boss’ boss.
  3. By telling your boss, you did your duty.
  4. Resign from your position.
  5. Report it to the authorities.
Explanation
Answer: We believe that all A, B, D and E are all actions you could and should take. However, the first step is to consult legal counsel to make ensure your steps are correct. Your entire career is in jeopardy here. Take a wrong step and you may also be implicated.

Key Takeaway: It is seriously recommended that you call your lawyer before any other action. The last thing you would want is the fraud to implicate you. Whatever your next choice is, make sure you cover all your legal bases before you proceed.
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