CPE Catalog & Events
Ethics at Work: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Monday, April 17 10:00am - 12:00pm
Webinar
2.00 Credits
The major topics covered in this class include:Overview of ethicsEthical values and principlesDEI working definitionsUnconscious bias, assumptions, microaggressionsStanding Up and Speaking OutDEI and Organizational Responsibility
Bumper Sticker Ethics v. Professional Ethics
Monday, April 17 10:30am - 11:30am
Webinar
1.00 Credits
Introduction: "Bumper Sticker Ethics" Thinking About Ethics: Digging a Little DeeperCompare: Principles of Professional Ethics in AccountingCase Study: Frank v. Dana Corp.Conclusion: The Conceptual Framework as an Ethics Resource
Ethics in the Real World - Living Values for Today
Monday, April 17 11:00am - 12:50pm
Webinar
2.00 Credits
Four root causes of unethical business behavior Eight steps to create an ethical business environment 1. Establish a code of conduct and make it public 2. Hire and promote people with a well-grounded sense of personal ethics 3. Interpret your code for ordinary circumstances 4. Communicate expectations for employees to act in an ethical manner 5. Lead by example 6. Teach employees the basic tools of ethical decision making 7. Back your code with enforcement 8. Factor values into every important organizational activity and decision The financial manager’s responsibility to lead and implement good ethics in his/her organization
Devious Ethics: Dealing with Snakes in Suits
Tuesday, April 18 8:00am - 10:00am
Webinar
2.00 Credits
Discuss psychopathy's symptoms Review accounting professional ethics standards for dealing with a boss, co-worker or client who is breaking the rules Look at precautions you should take when considering a new boss or employee Help identify someone who might con you or your company
Conflicts of Interest: Dealing With Ethical Dilemmas in Business and Industry
Tuesday, April 18 10:00am - 12:00pm
Webinar
2.00 Credits
Do conflicts of interest matter? Are we aware of common conflicts of interest? What does the Code of Professional Conduct require? How to recognize Conflicts of Interest? Ethical issues regarding competence and gifts and entertainment. Tradeoffs involved in dealing with conflicts of interest? Suggestions on how to avoid conflicts of interest.
The 7 Deadly Ethical Sins of Organizations
Tuesday, April 18 11:30am - 1:30pm
Webinar
2.00 Credits
The major topics covered in this class include:Real-life ethics and fraud casesImportance of auditing cultureUsing surveys and other tools to identify culture and ethics issues
Professional Skepticism
Tuesday, April 18 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Webinar
2.00 Credits
The Professional Skepticism "Mind Set"Recent PronouncementsProfessional Skepticism as DiligenceCases and ControversiesConclusion
Questions of Willful Blindness
Tuesday, April 18 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Webinar
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:What is willful blindness?What is wire fraud?What is mail fraud?What is securities fraud?What influences a prison term.
Resolving Ethical Dilemmas-You Make the Call
Tuesday, April 18 2:00pm - 3:27pm
Webinar
1.50 Credits
Ethical frameworks Threats and safeguards to objectivity and independence Ethics rules for lawyers, investigators, journalists, medical researchers, engineers, and prosecutors The Arthur Andersen case
Resolving Ethical Dilemmas-You Make the Call
Tuesday, April 18 5:00pm - 6:27pm
Webinar
1.50 Credits
Ethical frameworks Threats and safeguards to objectivity and independence Ethics rules for lawyers, investigators, journalists, medical researchers, engineers, and prosecutors The Arthur Andersen case
Ethics: Lead Like a Superstar and Build a Rocking Business
Wednesday, April 19 7:30am - 8:30am
Webinar
1.00 Credits
We'll closely examine several superstars from movies, TV, music, sports, and business. What makes them so successful? What can you learn from their mistakes? Yes, there will be one or two superstars you don't care for--perhaps even loathe--but you can still learn a lot from them.
I Spy with My Little Eye ... an Illegality
Wednesday, April 19 9:30am - 10:30am
Webinar
1.00 Credits
Are Accountants the Conscience of Business?Today's Ethical Duty of ConfidentialityIESBA NOCLAR PronouncementWhere We Go from Here (No Clarity?)Case Discussion and AnalysisConclusion
Everyday Ethics at Work: Don't be the Next News Story!
Wednesday, April 19 10:30am - 12:30pm
Webinar
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Discuss ethics from an every-day real-world perspectiveHow to prevent an ethical lapse that can turn your business into the next news story
Accountants Liability: Balancing Risk and Reward (A&A Focus)
Wednesday, April 19 11:00am - 3:00pm
Webinar
4.00 Credits
Claim data of the AICPA professional Liability Insurance Program Practice Management and firm culture client and engagement process client and engagement continuance and termination Billing data security audit and attest services Risk Management issues that arise during consultancy, planning, and Fieldwork Addressing hiccups binding documentation
The Ethic of Self-Esteem For Women
Wednesday, April 19 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Webinar
2.00 Credits
The major topics covered in this class include:Self-Esteem: What is it?Belief systemsBenefits of High Self EsteemMinimizing traps of low Self EsteemComponents of High Self Esteem
Ethics: How to Ensure Zombie Ethics Won't Kill Your Business
Thursday, April 20 7:30am - 9:30am
Webinar
2.00 Credits
We'll closely examine several myths about ethical leadership that continue to plague businesses like yours. You'll learn why these ideas deserve to be put to rest for good and what should take their place. This will be an ethics webinar unlike any you have ever taken-because it will be both entertaining and rich in content!
What to Do when Clients Attempt to Fudge the Numbers on their Tax Returns?
Thursday, April 20 8:00am - 9:50am
Webinar
2.00 Credits
Should Tax Practitioners be Skeptical Educating Clients About: First person risks (IRS audit techniques and penalties)- Third person risks (preparer penalties and CPA ethics requirements) Taxpayer Compliance Profile and the Conceptual Framework Case: Rogers v. Commissioner
Sexual Harassment in Professional and Corporate Environments
Thursday, April 20 8:30am - 9:30am
Webinar
1.00 Credits
Introduction: #MeToo and the Accounting ProfessionCase: Barrett v. Forest Labs., Inc.Ethics and Law: Two Different (Overlapping) DomainsDealing with the Culture of an OrganizationCase: Babbitt v. Koeppel Nissan, Inc.Supplemental Case: Smith v. DeTar Hosp. LLCConclusion
Ethics: Human Capital Reporting and DEI for Accountants
Thursday, April 20 9:00am - 11:00am
Webinar
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Emerging Human Capital Disclosure RulesDEI BasicsNeurodiversity PrinciplesDEI ContinuumHow a DEI Strategy Contributes to Your Competitive AdvantageDiversity Annual Reports: Case Studies and Best PracticesInclusive Hiring ProcessesRetention and Promotion EquityPay Gap IssuesDiverse Vendor NetworksRacial Equity and Brand MessagingInclusivity Builder WorksheetInclusive Marketing ToolkitHuman Capital Technology ToolsHuman Capital ResourcesHuman Capital Starter Strategy
Accountants Liability: Balancing Risk and Reward (Tax Focus)
Thursday, April 20 11:00am - 3:00pm
Webinar
4.00 Credits
Claim data of the AICPA professional Liability Insurance Program Practice Management firm culture and going to market client and engagement letters and acceptance relationship continuance and termination Billing data security Risk Management issues relating to tax and consulting services