https://www.apcrevision.com/ Focused RICS APC revision. 178 articles across all 11 mandatory competencies, graded Q&As, and weekly updates. en-gb Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:04:07 +0000 https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/bribery-act-2010-and-anti-money-laundering-obligations-for-surveyors.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/bribery-act-2010-and-anti-money-laundering-obligations-for-surveyors.html Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:50:35 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism Bribery and money laundering sit at the sharp end of professional ethics: criminal penalties, regulatory sanctions and the loss of RICS membership are all live… https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/sample-apc-interview-questions-about-rics-structure.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/sample-apc-interview-questions-about-rics-structure.html Thu, 23 Oct 2025 17:25:03 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism Q: What is the role of the Standards and Regulation Board? A: The Standards and Regulation Board (SRB) delivers independent professional regulation within RICS… https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/understanding-the-rics-structure-a-complete-guide-for-apc-candidates.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/understanding-the-rics-structure-a-complete-guide-for-apc-candidates.html Thu, 23 Oct 2025 17:05:31 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism Understanding the RICS Governance Structure: Essential Knowledge for APC Candidates As you prepare for your RICS APC final assessment interview, understanding… https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/principles-of-human-resource-legislation.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/principles-of-human-resource-legislation.html Thu, 18 Jan 2024 00:51:03 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism Human resource (HR) legislation is built on several key principles that aim to create a fair and equitable work environment for all... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/human-resource-management-legislation-and-techniques-for-surveying-practices.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/human-resource-management-legislation-and-techniques-for-surveying-practices.html Thu, 18 Jan 2024 00:44:22 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism As an owner of a surveying practice, navigating the complexities of human resource management (HRM) legislation and techniques is crucial... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/speak-up.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/speak-up.html Sun, 14 Jan 2024 23:48:24 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism The "Speak Up" duty is a crucial aspect of RICS membership, emphasising your responsibility to report concerns about potential breaches... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/phoenix-firms.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/phoenix-firms.html Sun, 14 Jan 2024 23:45:29 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism "Phoenix firms" within the context of RICS refer to companies that close down in a disorderly way and then quickly re-establish... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/fraud.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/fraud.html Sun, 14 Jan 2024 23:41:46 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism Fraud poses a significant threat to the surveying and valuation professions, potentially impacting clients, firms, and the reputation of... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/registering-your-firm-with-the-rics.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/registering-your-firm-with-the-rics.html Sun, 14 Jan 2024 23:31:02 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism Registering your firm with RICS can be a beneficial step for gaining recognition and demonstrating commitment to professional standards... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/professional-indemnity-insurance.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/professional-indemnity-insurance.html Sun, 14 Jan 2024 14:26:33 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism Setting up professional indemnity insurance (PII) as an RICS member is crucial for protecting yourself and your business from financial... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/handling-client-money.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/handling-client-money.html Sun, 14 Jan 2024 14:11:23 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism Handling client money is a critical responsibility for RICS members, requiring strict adherence to ethical and professional standards.... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/dealing-with-a-complaint.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/dealing-with-a-complaint.html Sun, 14 Jan 2024 12:07:51 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism Dealing with a complaint as a RICS member can be stressful, but understanding the process and responding appropriately is crucial for resolv https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/checking-your-employer-s-compliance-with-rics-rules-of-conduct.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/checking-your-employer-s-compliance-with-rics-rules-of-conduct.html Sun, 14 Jan 2024 12:02:25 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism While the RICS focuses on the individual ethical conduct of its members, firms employing RICS members also have responsibilities towards... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/qualifying-cpd-activities-and-recording.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/qualifying-cpd-activities-and-recording.html Sun, 14 Jan 2024 10:43:13 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism RICS defines Continuing Professional Development (CPD) as any learning activity that helps you maintain and improve your knowledge,... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/rics-cpd-policy.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/rics-cpd-policy.html Sat, 13 Jan 2024 21:47:32 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism Complying with RICS' CPD (Continuing Professional Development) policy is crucial for all members to maintain their professional... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/the-bribery-act.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/the-bribery-act.html Sat, 13 Jan 2024 21:28:40 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism Bribery Act Summary: Prohibits offering, promising, or accepting bribes, whether directly or indirectly. Covers public and private... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/checking-terms-of-appointment-for-compliance-with-rics-rules.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/checking-terms-of-appointment-for-compliance-with-rics-rules.html Sat, 13 Jan 2024 21:25:22 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism Checking terms of appointment for compliance with RICS rules is crucial for both clients and professionals engaging in surveying and... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/gifts-and-hospitality.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/gifts-and-hospitality.html Fri, 12 Jan 2024 21:07:53 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism Handling gifts and hospitality within the surveying and valuation professions requires careful consideration as it can raise ethical... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/transparency-in-professional-fees.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/transparency-in-professional-fees.html Fri, 12 Jan 2024 20:56:31 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism Transparency in professional fees has been a long-standing issue within the surveying and valuation professions, with the RICS actively... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/identifying-a-conflict-of-interest.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/identifying-a-conflict-of-interest.html Fri, 12 Jan 2024 20:50:57 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism Identifying a conflict of interest can be challenging, but the RICS provides clear guidance and resources to help its members navigate... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/case-studies-of-past-disciplinary-cases.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/case-studies-of-past-disciplinary-cases.html Fri, 12 Jan 2024 20:40:11 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism The RICS publishes case studies of past disciplinary cases to provide valuable learning opportunities for members and shed light on the... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/rics-ethical-breaches.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/rics-ethical-breaches.html Fri, 12 Jan 2024 20:15:52 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism The RICS, as a professional body, doesn't directly rely on common law for handling ethical breaches. While common law can inform certain... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/rics-policy-documents.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/rics-policy-documents.html Fri, 12 Jan 2024 19:22:08 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism The RICS has a vast collection of policy documents covering various aspects of their professional standards, regulations, guidance, and... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/mandatory-professional-statements.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/mandatory-professional-statements.html Thu, 11 Jan 2024 17:49:49 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism Mandatory Professional Statements (MPS) serve as essential documents outlining specific, compulsory requirements for members and... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/rics-new-rules-of-conduct.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/rics-new-rules-of-conduct.html Thu, 11 Jan 2024 16:52:48 +0000 Ethics, Rules of Conduct & Professionalism The RICS implemented new Rules of Conduct on 2 February 2022, replacing the previous codes for members, firms, and global professional... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/managing-client-expectations-onboarding-reporting-cadence-and-difficult-conversations.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/managing-client-expectations-onboarding-reporting-cadence-and-difficult-conversations.html Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:59:57 +0000 Client Care Expectation management sits at the heart of RICS client care. When a surveyor and client are not aligned on what will be delivered, when and at what cost, disp… https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/conducting-effective-performance-appraisals-and-setting-kpis-for-staff.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/conducting-effective-performance-appraisals-and-setting-kpis-for-staff.html Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:51:15 +0000 Client Care Performance management sits at the heart of the RICS APC Managing People competency. Whether you are a line manager conducting your first formal review or a se… https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/client-feedback.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/client-feedback.html Mon, 15 Jan 2024 21:03:50 +0000 Client Care Getting valuable feedback from clients and learning from it is crucial for improvement and success in any professional field. Here are... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/example-statutory-authorities-and-approvals.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/example-statutory-authorities-and-approvals.html Mon, 15 Jan 2024 20:58:36 +0000 Client Care The specific statutory authorities and other approvals required for a project will vary greatly depending on several factors, including:... https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/client-care-consulting-with-statutory-authorities.html https://www.apcrevision.com/articles/client-care-consulting-with-statutory-authorities.html Mon, 15 Jan 2024 20:54:51 +0000 Client Care As a RICS professional, consulting with statutory authorities on consents and approvals is a crucial aspect of many projects. Here's how...