Level 5 Professionalism, Conduct and Ethics (5PCE)

This qualification is now closed for new students to register online. However, if you’re an existing banking student and you wish to register, you will have until April 2025 complete your studies.If you have any questions or would like to register, please contact our customer services team on 01227 818609 or email customerservices@libf.ac.uk.

About the qualification

Level 5 Professionalism, Conduct and Ethics highlights the importance of ethical thinking, theory and practice within the financial services industry. Focusing on the individual, it considers personal professionalism and the application of conduct rules within a working environment.

In order to highlight the importance of these topics in today’s banking and financial services, 5PCE is a mandatory qualification within The London Institute of Banking & Finance’s Professional Qualifications Framework.

The Level 5 Professionalism, Conduct and Ethics qualification is registered with Ofqual in the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).

Key information

This qualification is online and you will follow a structured timetable.
Comprehensive study materials are provided
Assessed through a coursework assignment
The price includes study materials and exam entry.
Once you’ve passed you’ll receive a digital certificate. A paper copy can also be ordered for an additional fee.

View the qualification specification

Units

5PCE consists of one mandatory unit.

Unit 1 - Professionalism, Conduct, Ethics and the Individual (PCEI)

D/615/3269

The unit explores personal professionalism, professional identity and accountability in the finance sector. It covers the significance of ethics and ethical decision-making and highlights how professionalism can drive behaviours.

Studying and Study sessions

Study texts are included in your registration fee. Online study texts will be made available immediately after payment. The study text contains review questions and activities to support your learning.

The following online materials are also included in your registration fee and are available immediately after registration: