This webinar examines high-profile heists and thefts that occurred because of weak or failed internal controls, and the ethical lapses that enabled them. 

• Explain how specific internal control failures contributed to heists and theft incidents.
• Recognize the ethical failures that accompany control breakdowns.
• Apply professional ethics principles to internal control design, evaluation, and reporting.
• Identify red flags and risk indicators linked to both unethical behavior and control weaknesses.
• Develop strategies to strengthen ethical culture and internal controls within their own organizations.

• Inadequate segregation of duties enabling fraud schemes
• Weak monitoring and oversight that masked theft
• Ethical lapses in reporting risks and escalating concerns
• Rationalizations and cultural norms that eroded controls
• The ethical duty to design, implement, and test controls effectively

By studying these cases, professionals will deepen their understanding of how strong internal controls and ethical judgment together protect assets, stakeholders, and trust.

Live webinars have varying levels of expected interaction, with some requiring microphone and camera capabilities to support a proper learning experience – please email pdreg@bccpa.ca if you have concerns. 

In general, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on to enhance their virtual learning experience. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration.

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