Ethics - A Line in the Sand; Implications for Daily Business
Overview
Ethical behavior continues to be a problem in society and even in the CPA ranks. "Ethics - A Line in the Sand" looks at the behavioral issues that influence how CPA's act. The course will address why individuals make ethical blunders, the state of ethical conduct in business organizations, the relationship between strong cultures, policy and procedures and successful ethical work environments. In addition, the course will highlight the one behavior to watch for as an indicator of potential ethical violations.
Highlights
- Recognize the underlying drivers of individual ethical behavior
- Identify the relationship between ethics and integrity
- Highlight ethical trends in businesses throughout the world
- Review high profile ethics lapses in recent years
Prerequisites
An open mind
Designed For
All individuals that need ethics for continuing education
Objectives
- Recognize that we must increase our understanding of one another, and how daily actions can support or detract from ethical business cultures
- Learn the main driver of unethical behavior
- Understand how to increase ethical behavior in organizations
- Implications for young employees entering the workforce
Preparation
None
Notice
This course is offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible in the My CPE Tracker section of the ISCPA website. Course access information will be emailed directly to you by Accounting Continuing Professional Education Network (ACPEN).
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
James Lindell, President, Thorsten Consulting Group Inc
James (Jim) T. Lindell is the president of a Wisconsin based provider of strategic and financial consulting and executive coaching. Jim has an extensive background in senior management including positions as CFO and corporate assistant controller. He has worked with a variety of industries including: manufacturing, health care, non-profit, distribution and food processing. Jim has been involved in more than 50 M&A projects. He is a CPA with experience at several local and regional accounting firms. He is a TEC Chairman (The Executive Committee), a member (and instructor) for the American Institute of CPA’s, the Wisconsin Institute of CPAs and a member of Wisconsin Chapter of National Speaker Association. Jim a 12-time recipient of the AICPA Outstanding Discussion Leader Award. Jim has received the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation and is one of less than 10 CPAs to hold this credential.
Non-Member Price $159.00
Member Price $129.00