Ethical Leadership in an Age of AI (Live Webinar)
Overview
As artificial intelligence continues to reshape the business environment, CPAs and finance leaders are increasingly called upon to balance innovation with ethical responsibility. This webinar examines the opportunities and challenges AI presents to the profession, with a focus on ethical decision-making, professional judgment, and leadership. Participants will explore emerging AI developments and gain practical insights into applying the CPA Code of Professional Conduct when evaluating AI-related risks, opportunities, and organizational decisions.
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Course Description
Participants will review leading approaches and emerging frameworks designed to support trustworthy and responsible AI adoption. The session will explore how these principles align with the CPA Code of Professional Conduct and how they can be applied when addressing real-world business challenges involving AI technologies.
Through practical scenarios and discussion, participants will strengthen their ability to identify ethical considerations, assess risks, and apply a structured approach to AI-related decisions. The program emphasizes the important leadership role CPAs play in promoting responsible innovation while maintaining professional integrity and public trust.
Applicable for
Learning Objectives
- Identify ethical issues and challenges associated with the adoption and use of AI technologies.
- Analyze how AI can support ethical decision-making and responsible business practices within organizations.
- Evaluate the ethical dimensions of AI-related decisions and determine appropriate actions using a structured decision-making approach grounded in professional standards.
Content
- The current state of AI and where it is expected to go
- Key ethics concerns and challenges for business leaders
- Established principles and frameworks in ethical AI development
- Decision-making in alignment with the CPA Code
- Relevant resources within and outside of the CPA profession
Course Dates & Registration
Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience
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.
Live Webinar FAQs can be found here.
Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department.
- 4
- CPD Hours
- 4
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 5
- Credits
Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.
Ethical Leadership in an Age of AI (Live Webinar)
- 4
- CPD Hours
- 4
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 5
- Credits
Overview
As artificial intelligence continues to reshape the business environment, CPAs and finance leaders are increasingly called upon to balance innovation with ethical responsibility. This webinar examines the opportunities and challenges AI presents to the profession, with a focus on ethical decision-making, professional judgment, and leadership. Participants will explore emerging AI developments and gain practical insights into applying the CPA Code of Professional Conduct when evaluating AI-related risks, opportunities, and organizational decisions.
|
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Course Description
Participants will review leading approaches and emerging frameworks designed to support trustworthy and responsible AI adoption. The session will explore how these principles align with the CPA Code of Professional Conduct and how they can be applied when addressing real-world business challenges involving AI technologies.
Through practical scenarios and discussion, participants will strengthen their ability to identify ethical considerations, assess risks, and apply a structured approach to AI-related decisions. The program emphasizes the important leadership role CPAs play in promoting responsible innovation while maintaining professional integrity and public trust.
Applicable for
Learning Objectives
- Identify ethical issues and challenges associated with the adoption and use of AI technologies.
- Analyze how AI can support ethical decision-making and responsible business practices within organizations.
- Evaluate the ethical dimensions of AI-related decisions and determine appropriate actions using a structured decision-making approach grounded in professional standards.
Content
- The current state of AI and where it is expected to go
- Key ethics concerns and challenges for business leaders
- Established principles and frameworks in ethical AI development
- Decision-making in alignment with the CPA Code
- Relevant resources within and outside of the CPA profession
Course Dates & Registration
Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience
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.
Live Webinar FAQs can be found here.
Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department.
Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.
Laura Friedrich, FCPA, MSc, is the executive director of a professional research and education firm with over 25 years of experience conducting projects worldwide. The firm helps build institutional capacity and develops strategic governance and ethics guidance for established and emerging professional and regulatory organizations. Laura frequently authors and presents on topics such as the impact of disruptive technology on professional ethics; sustainability and capacity development, with a focus on the future of professions. Laura is a former Technical Advisor to the International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants and chairs CPABC’s Bylaws Committee.