Whistleblowers in the Corporate World - Roles, Risks, and Protections (CPA)
Estimated Time: 2 hours
$59.00
Earn 10 Points for Completing
This course gives learners an overview of whistleblowing in a corporate environment, primarily looking at risks and protections. However, it further explores legal frameworks which serve to protect individuals who report on unethical activities, such as the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and more. You will also discover common challenges, as well as best practices companies can employ to protect whistleblowers in their organizations. Course Type: eBook. Worth 2 Technical CPE Credits (CPA/NASBA).
Credits
2 CPE Credits
Learning Objectives
- Identify key legal protections for whistleblowers, including SOX, Dodd-Frank, and the FCA
- Recognize the role of whistleblowers in addressing corporate misconduct
- Recall steps in the whistleblowing process and reporting channels
- Distinguish between the risks and challenges whistleblowers face
- Determine incentives available to encourage whistleblowing
- Select best practices for supporting and protecting whistleblowers
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