2023 Annual Compulsory Ethics Training for Accountants: Upholding Integrity and Professionalism
CPD Hours: 6
Price: R1080.00
2023 Annual Compulsory Ethics Training for Accountants: Upholding Integrity and Professionalism
Overview
In today's complex business landscape, ethics is paramount for accounting professionals. Every accounting professional must have a comprehensive understanding of ethical principles and possess a decision-making framework to address ethical dilemmas.
This is a 3-part short course explores ethics under 3 different areas covering personal ethics, business ethics, and professional ethics. The short course goes beyond theoretical concepts and delves into real-world scenarios to give you valuable insights and practical strategies to navigate the ethical challenges you might face. Our goal is to ensure that you will learn about how to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and contribute to maintaining public trust in all your interactions at a personal, business and professional level.
Further, this short course covers a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) obligation that is enforced by all registered professional bodies recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority.
Presented by Caryn Maitland CA(SA), the 3 webinar sessions will focus on the following:
- Webinar 1 (27 July 2023): The Accountant’s Personal Ethics: Compulsory Annual CPD Activity - This webinar guides you towards gaining the ability to discern between one's rights and what is morally correct, ensuring alignment between personal actions and ethical standards.
- Webinar 2 (28 August 2023): The Accountant's Business Ethics - This session discusses how conducting business in an ethical and responsible manner ultimately enhances the practitioner's reputation.
- Webinar 3 (30 August 2023): Ethics and Professionalism for Accountants - This last webinar rounds off the series by discussing your professional responsibilities in terms of the Code of Professional Conduct and how to foster harmonious relationships among colleagues as well as safeguard the interests of the public.
You can watch the individual session on the dates shown or access the complete short course here.
Learning Objectives
By attending this short course you will gain the following competencies:
- Working knowledge of the importance of personal ethical conduct and the relevance to society.
- Acting honestly with personal integrity, accountability and trustworthiness when interacting with others.
- Gain knowledge to promote an ethical culture within your organisation through strategies that foster integrity, accountability, and transparency.
- Base your professional interactions with different stakeholders on the core concepts of the accountant's Code of Professional Conduct.
- Develop a solid foundation of ethical principles and access practical tools to handle ethical challenges confidently and responsibly.
Is this for you?
Whether you're a seasoned accounting professional, a student, or an business leader responsible for fostering an ethical environment, this webinar offers invaluable knowledge and resources to enhance your ethical awareness and professional growth.
Lecturer
Caryn Maitland CA(SA)
Caryn Maitland graduated in 1998 from the University of Natal, Pietermaritzburg (now UKZN), with a BCom Honours degree in Accounting and completed her articles with KPMG in 2001 and qualified as 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 in Auditing, second and third year subjects, for Varsity College from 1999 to 2001. In 2002, she was appointed as senior lecturer at UKZN and coordinated the Financial Accounting 300 course until June 2006. In addition, she has lectured in Advanced Financial Accounting since June 2006 until December 2011.
Caryn has conducted independent workshops and seminars for professional accountants since 2006 on various topics, and has consulted on a number of technical issues. Since January 2011, she has focused on her own business as technical freelance consultant and trainer.
Caryn also held the position Editor-in-Chief of an online continual professional development (CPD) website for accounting professional, eCPD Accountancy, having resigned from this post in September 2013.
Caryn 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. She has also been involved with the SAICA SMP Technical tour.
Curriculum
Topics:
- The Accountant’s Personal Ethics: Compulsory Annual CPD Activity
- The Accountant's Business Ethics
- The Accountant's Professional Ethics
The Accountant’s Personal Ethics: Compulsory Annual CPD Activity
Personal ethics are the basis upon which one deals with people and situations on a daily basis. They are derived from one's life experiences, work experience and training. It is therefore logical in our examination of ethics, to start at this personal level and then build outwards from there.
Content:
- What is ethics?
- The importance of ethics in society.
- How ethics develop.
- Theories of ethics.
- Personal ethics - an introspection.
- Threats and challenges.
- How personal affects business and professional ethics.
The Accountant's Business Ethics
Business ethics revolves around establishing a robust corporate culture by fostering ethical leadership and exemplifying good moral conduct. During this session, we will explore the obstacles confronted by business leaders as they strive to make ethical decisions and maintain integrity when dealing with their employees and clients.
Content:
- What is business ethics?
- The importance of business ethics.
- Tone from the top-the importance of leadership.
- Diversity in the workplace.
- Addressing ethical dilemmas.
- Corporate citizenship.
- Ethics and Professionalism for Accountants
The Accountant's Professional Ethics
Professional ethics offer numerous benefits for individuals and organisations alike. Some of the key advantages of practicing professional ethics include, trust and reputation. A strong reputation for ethical conduct can lead to increased business opportunities and positive relationships.
Content:
- Code of Professional Conduct (IFAC).
- Non-Compliance of Laws and Regulations.
- Requirements under ISQM 1.
- FIC Act implications.
About SA Accounting Academy
The SA Accounting Academy is an accredited private SAICA - AT(SA) and ICB qualifications provider. We are committed to providing our students with the highest quality training and support, to ensure that your skills and knowledge are up to date and ready to face the challenges of the modern workplace. Qualifications and courses delivered are designed to ensure that you reach your professional goals and advance your career. With our experienced faculty, staff, and resources, you can be confident that you will receive the highest quality of training.
SAAA is a Level 2 B-BBEE contributor, with 125% procurement recognition. Training spend on certain solutions can be allocated against the Skills Development element of the B-BBEE Scorecard through accredited and nonaccredited training or claimed through SETA grants. In addition, 25% of your Skills Expenditure can be claimed on non-accredited training or courses.
Course Fees
The course fee is R 1 080.00 and consists of:
- Online videos
- PowerPoint slides in PDF format
Payment Methods
Debit / Credit Card or Instant EFT
You can pay directly on our website for an easy, secure, and instant transaction. During promotional periods, customers can take advantage of additional savings. This is the fastest and most efficient option, saving both time and money.
EFT / Bank Deposit
You can make a payment directly into our bank account using your Online Banking App, Online Banking services, or by visiting your local bank branch.
Your Company / Employer
It may be beneficial for your company to invest in training for its staff members. As there are financial and tax advantages for doing so, please speak with your employer or Training / HR manager about the possibility of paying for this training.
Third Party
If you have someone who is willing to pay for your studies, such as a parent or relative, they can either log in and pay on our website or they can pay via any of the payment options above on your behalf.
Payment Options
Option 1: Once off payment
- R 1 080.00
Contact Us
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Phone: 010 593 0466
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What's Included:
2023 The Accountant’s Personal Ethics: Compulsory Annual CPD Activity
Overview Accountability is a basic trait expected of every professional, more so where one's job involves dealing with people's investments and finances as accountants do. Watching your ethical behavi our is very important because not only does it affect you personally, but it also affects your business or employer and the industry at large. It involves a lot more than "knowing what is right to do" and therefore, its full understanding requires us to investigate it from the following viewpoints: Personal ethics. Business ethics. Professional ethics. Personal ethics are the basis upon which one deals with people and situations on a daily basis. They are derived from one's life experiences, work experience and training. It is therefore logical in our examination of ethics, to start at this personal level and then build outwards from there. We invite you to join Caryn Maitland CA(SA) on 27 July 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in this first of a 3-part series where she discusses personal ethics and how they form the foundational basis for business and professional ethics. This webinar is the first one in our 3-part series exploring personal ethics, business ethics, and professional ethics. Access the complete series here. Learning objectives By attending this webinar you will gain the following competencies: Working knowledge of the importance of ethical conduct and the relevance to society. Awareness of how personal ethics are developed and moulded by society. Ability to perform an introspective approach that searches one's own personal ethics. Know how to consider honesty, integrity and accountability when interacting with others. Understand the threats that challenge the accountant’s personal ethics and know how to respond to applicable threats. Content The webinar will cover the following topics: What is ethics? The importance of ethics in society. How ethics develop. Theories of ethics. Personal ethics - an introspection. Threats and challenges. How personal affects business and professional ethics.
2 Hours | R450.00
Caryn Maitland CA(SA)2023 The Accountant's Business Ethics
Overview Business ethics revolves around establishing a robust corporate culture by fostering ethical leadership and exemplifying good moral conduct. This webinar explores the obstacles confronted by business leaders as they stri ve to make ethical decisions and maintain integrity when dealing with their employees and clients. Business ethics serve as the foundation for conducting business in an ethical and responsible manner. By upholding ethical principles, businesses can enhance their reputation, mitigate risks, foster long-term sustainability, and contribute positively to the greater society. This webinar is the second session in a 3-part series that explores personal ethics, business ethics, and professional ethics. You can access the complete series here. Learning objectives By attending this webinar you will gain the following competencies: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the significance of ethical leadership. Explore the advantages and obstacles involved in fostering a positive corporate culture. Delve into the dynamics of balancing commercialism and professionalism while operating an ethically sound business. Navigate the complexities of complying with national laws within a challenging and sometimes corrupt environment. Recognise the impact our actions have on our employees, clients, and the future generation of business professionals. Content The webinar will cover the following topics: What is business ethics? The importance of business ethics. Tone from the top-the importance of leadership. Diversity in the workplace. Addressing ethical dilemmas. Corporate citizenship.
2 Hours | R450.00
Caryn Maitland CA(SA)2023 Ethics and Professionalism for Accountants
Overview As professional accountants, our responsibility lies in safeguarding the public interest by adhering to and upholding our Code of Professional Conduct. Professional ethics offer numerous benefits for indiv iduals and organisations alike. Some of the key advantages of practicing professional ethics include, trust and reputation; adhering to professional ethics builds trust and enhances reputation. Clients, employers, and stakeholders are more likely to trust professionals who consistently demonstrate ethical behaviour. A strong reputation for ethical conduct can lead to increased business opportunities and positive relationships. Join Caryn Maitland CA(SA) to understand how professional ethics serve as a fundamental cornerstone that governs the conduct and responsibilities of accountants. This webinar is the last one in our 3-part series exploring personal ethics, business ethics, and professional ethics. Access the complete series here. Learning objectives Attending this webinar will equip you with the following skills: Acquire a comprehensive understanding of the stipulations outlined in the Code of Professional Conduct. Develop the skills to effectively apply the conceptual framework of the code to real-world situations and scenarios. Stay updated on the latest advancements and emerging trends in the field of ethics specifically relevant to accountants. Thoroughly consider the reporting obligations that exist between the Code of Professional Conduct and statutory requirements. Cultivate the ability to introspect and effectively document ethical dilemmas encountered in professional practice. Content The webinar will cover the following topics: Code of Professional Conduct (IFAC) Non Compliance of Laws and Regulations Requirements under ISQM 1 FIC Act implications
