Unethical behavior can ruin professional careers, and could result in fines, penalties, or even a loss of licensure. This course focuses on the risks faced by those that work in either public accounting or industry.
Course ID: GETH
General Ethics for Business Professionals
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course participants will be able to:
- Describe the foundation of ethical behavior
- Analyze moral and ethical dilemmas faced in day-to-day situations
- Explain important principles underlying ethical decision-making
Major Topics
- Introduction to the concept of ethics
- Examples of handling moral dilemmas
- Steps in making ethical decisions
- The importance of ethics in internal controls
- The risk of a CPA’s fiduciary duty and other responsibilities
- Role of the AICPA and SEC in monitoring ethical behavior
Who Should Attend
Public and industry accountants at all levels interested in general ethics
Fields of Study
Regulatory EthicsPrerequisites
None