OBJECTIVE:
Adherence to the CPA Code of Professional Conduct goes beyond a professional obligation: it constitutes a source of pride, value, and competitive distinction. While stakeholders rely on an accountant’s judgment and guidance, ethical dilemmas can create challenges in determining ways in which to implement the best course of action. This seminar helps participants to develop skills for dealing with ethical dilemmas and using appropriate decision making in their workplaces.

The observance of ethics holds significant importance for CPAs, whose commitment to ethical conduct and protecting the public differentiate these professionals from other practitioners and cement their status as essential business leaders. This seminar will provide participants with an opportunity to refresh and update their knowledge of the CPA Code, thus enabling accounting professionals to build competence in interpreting and applying the code for resolving a variety of realistic situations. 

Participants will also explore the current environment of workplace ethics and assess the implications for ethical leadership. The seminar emphasizes collaboration and interactivity, as participants will engage with their peers in a variety of activities, including quizzes, comparative surveys, and case studies. 

WHO WILL BENEFIT:
CPAs at all levels of their career and in any type of organization across a wide range of industries and roles.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• apply research and critical thinking skills to analyze ethical challenges,
• identify key ethics trends in the Canadian and global business environments and determine the implications for business leaders,
• use the CPA code of professional conduct as a resource for decision-making, on par with other professional standards,
• interpret and apply the CPA code to resolve ethical issues,
• apply professional judgment in determining the most appropriate action and defend their decisions, and
• plan ways of enhancing their own organization’s ethical culture.

COURSE LEADER: ROGER MERKOSKY, CPA, CA