RICS APC Interview

When was the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) founded?

• 1901

• 1945

• 1868

• 1835

Can you name one of the key principles in RICS' Code of Ethics?

• Transparency

• Integrity

• Confidentiality

• Honesty

What are some of the professional standards that RICS members are expected to uphold?

• Transparency, accountability, honesty, and ethical behavior

• Integrity, transparency, accountability, and ethical behavior

• Incompetence, negligence, dishonesty, and unethical behavior

• Dishonesty, secrecy, irresponsibility, and unethical behavior

How does RICS make a global impact in the field of surveying?

• By hosting global events and conferences

• By setting international standards, providing education and training, conducting research, and advocating for the profession worldwide.

• By exclusively focusing on local surveying practices

• By limiting its reach to a single country

What are some of the current initiatives that RICS is involved in?

• Building a theme park

• Launching a fashion line

• Hosting cooking classes

• Promoting sustainability, advocating for ethical standards, providing professional development opportunities

In which year did RICS receive its Royal Charter?

• 1875

• 1900

• 1925

• 1881

What is the significance of RICS' Royal Charter?

• It is a meaningless title with no real significance.

• It is a requirement for all organizations, not just RICS.

• It indicates a lack of professionalism and ethical standards.

• It signifies official recognition and commitment to professionalism and ethical standards.

How does RICS ensure the professional development of its members?

• By implementing continuous professional development (CPD) requirements such as completing learning activities and staying up to date with industry standards.

• By hosting annual social events for members

• By providing discounts on luxury goods to members

• By offering free gym memberships to members

What role does RICS play in promoting sustainability in the built environment?

• RICS sets standards, provides guidance, and advocates for sustainable practices within the real estate and construction sectors.

• RICS has no influence on sustainability in the real estate and construction sectors

• RICS discourages the adoption of sustainable measures in the built environment

• RICS promotes unsustainable practices in the built environment

What are the different categories of membership within RICS?

• Intern, Trainee, Expert, Consultant

• Junior, Mid-level, Senior, Executive

• Novice, Apprentice, Specialist, Master

• Associate, Member, Fellow, Senior Professional