Ethics - Protecting Confidential Client Information (CPA)

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).

UPDATED 2024: In today’s organizational landscape, a single ethical or legal misstep can land you in a world of trouble. So, it’s imperative that business leaders and employees know the current societal expectations and laws. And because this impacts employees at all levels of the organization, it’s just as important that CPAs know the requirements as CEOs and HR managers. This narrative course focuses on topics related to legal compliance like workplace diversity, immigration policies, behavioral and organizational ethics, and much more. Course Type: Business Simulation. Worth 3 CPE Credits (CPA/NASBA).

CPAs and financial professionals might not always have the largest role in determining organizational strategy, but it’s important to have the skills to contribute whenever necessary. Because if only a few individuals at the top of the corporate structure know and understand the long-term goals of the company, the employees carrying out the plan don’t know what they’re aiming for. This course focuses on developing mission, vision and values to as they relate to the strategy formulation process, so business professionals at any level of the organization can help contribute to their organization’s overall strategic plan. Course Type: Video. Worth 2 CPE Credits (CPA/NASBA).

UPDATED 2023: As you consider several Asian countries that represent major forces in the global economy, you will begin to understand why it is important to respect and work within the distinct cultures and business practices embraced in those parts of the world. And by acting the part of an intern for Central Products’ International Business team, you will have the unique opportunity to explore these markets from a virtual, narrative viewpoint. Course Type: Business Simulation. Worth 2 PDCs (SHRM).