Overview 

In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, ethical dilemmas are increasingly complex, requiring professionals to uphold integrity at every level. This webinar explores the importance of cultivating and sustaining an ethical corporate culture, emphasizing ethical leadership, good governance, and accountable role modeling. 

Join Caryn Maitland CA(SA) on 12 June 2025 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am as they delve into the critical role of business ethics in fostering transparency, trust, and long-term sustainability. Through real-world examples and practical insights, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how ethics influence decision-making, governance structures, and business performance. 

Learning objectives 

Attending this webinar will equip you with the following skills:  

• Understand the role of ethical leadership in shaping workplace culture. 

• Identify practical strategies to promote ethics as a lived value in the business environment. 

• Gain insight into the principles of good corporate governance, with reference to the King IV™ Report (Draft King V available) 

• Explore the accountant’s role in supporting an ethical business culture through influence and example. 

• Learn how to assess ethical risks and build systems that support ethical decision-making across teams and functions. 

Content 

The webinar will cover the following topics:   

• Defining Business Ethics and Culture 

  • Business ethics vs personal ethics 

  • Organisational ethical culture: tone at the top, tone in the middle 

  • Ethical infrastructure and behavioural systems 

• Ethical Leadership and Role Modelling 

  • Leadership integrity and moral authority 

  • Ethical role modelling and the ripple effect 

  • Psychological safety, trust, and ethical courage in leadership 

• Creating and Sustaining an Ethical Workplace 

  • Embedding values into organisational policies and practices 

  • Whistleblowing frameworks and ethical reporting channels 

  • Performance management and ethical KPIs 

  • Ethics training, communication, and reinforcement 

• Corporate Governance and the King IV™ Report 

  • Overview of the King IV™ Code and Principles 

  • Ethical leadership, corporate citizenship, and stakeholder inclusivity 

  • Principle 1: The governing body should lead ethically and effectively 

  • Principle 13: Compliance governance and integrity of reporting 

  • Role of governing bodies, audit committees, and internal assurance providers 

• The Role of Professional Accountants in Business Ethics 

  • Ethical influence in finance, reporting, procurement, and risk management 

  • Conflicts of interest, pressure, and the ethics of silence 

  • Bridging ethics and business performance: long-term value creation 

Obtaining your CPD certificate 

This training is compliant with the International Education Standard (IES7) issued by the International Federation of Accountants and recognised for CPD by relevant professional bodies including ACCA, CIMA, IAC, IIA, SAICA and SAIPA. 

All attendees are issued with a CPD certificate available in an online profile.   

About the presenter 

Caryn Maitland CA(SA)  

Caryn Maitland is a Chartered Accountant (SA). She has been a member of IRBA as a registered auditor and accountant since 2002 and is also a registered member of SAICA.  

Caryn has lectured Auditing and Accounting at various institutions and has conducted independent workshops and seminars for professional accountants since 2006 on various topics. She has presented on the national tour for the annual Legislation Update with ProBeta Training (Pty) Ltd in 2014 and 2015, as well as on the FASSET national tour for the Tax Administration Act in 2014.  Caryn is also involved with the annual SAICA SMP Technical tour. 

Who should attend? 

The following persons will benefit from attending this webinar: 

• Registered auditors. 

• Practising accountants including: CA(SA), Professional Accountant (SA), AGA(SA), FCCA, BAP(SA), BA(SA) and ACCA. 

• Independent reviewers. 

• Trainee accountants. 

Price 

• R 265.00 - Online admission - Individual.  

• Group Price 1 - From R198 per person (up to 5 users)  

• Group Price 2 - From R153 per person (up to 10 users)  

• Group Price 3 - From R132 per person (over 11 users)  

Steps to register for the event:  

If you already have a profile, login and register for the webinar. 

If you don’t have a profile, create a free profile then login and register for the webinar. 

Click here to create a free profile (There is no charge to create a profile and gain access to our free Monthly Practice Management Series). 

Click here to find out about the Technical Resource Centre & CPD Subscription options. 

Additional material 

By attending this webinar you will be provided with: 

• A summarised slide presentation. 

• Reference documents and/or course material where available. 

• You can ask questions during the webinar and you will also have access to the presenter after the webinar. 

Corporate training solutions 

At SA Accounting Academy, we recognise the evolving needs of businesses in today's dynamic environment. Beyond our standard webinar offerings, we provide tailored corporate training solutions designed to empower your team with the latest in accounting and professional skills. Whether you're looking for online sessions or face-to-face training, our programs are crafted to ensure a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.  

Drawing inspiration from modern training methodologies, our corporate solutions are interactive, adaptable, and focused on real-world applications. We prioritise hands-on learning, ensuring your team can immediately apply their newfound knowledge in practical scenarios.  

Interested in a bespoke corporate training experience? Reach out to us at [email protected] or call 010 593 0466. Together, let's design a training program that elevates your team's capabilities and aligns with your organisational goals.  

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