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Professional Ethics for Career & Life Success - Good for Business and the Right Thing to Do (Live Webinar)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar

Overview

Ethical decision-making is a critical skill for professionals navigating complex business challenges and competing priorities.

 


This live virtual seminar is offered in collaboration with CPA Western Provinces. The content is applicable to all participants.

 

Course Description

This interactive workshop explores practical ethical principles and decision-making tools that can be applied in everyday professional situations. Participants will strengthen their ability to evaluate ethical issues, make informed decisions, and foster ethical practices within their teams and organizations, supporting both professional success and long-term organizational trust.

Applicable for

This course is valuable for all professionals at all levels who are working in our complex and fast paced world. 

Content

  • The economic value of ethics: Making the case for ethics (metrics)
  • Using the core ethical principles to assess and calibrate your decisions 
  • Assessing your impact on the community: ESG and CSR   
  • Systems thinking cases: dealing with complex ethical challenges
  • Fostering a culture of high ethical standards on your team
  • Bonus: Ethics checklist for assessing and auditing decisions and actions 

Course Dates & Registration

Oct 14, 2026
8:30AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Joel Shapiro
Joel Shapiro, PhD has 30 years of experience as a business leader, coach, and consultant. He teaches leaders how to build talent, manage culture, and make employees part of the solution to create exceptional workplaces and sustainable results. Joel is always seeking the perfect blend of humanity and business performance. Previously, Joel helped save his third-generation family business during massive industry consolidation. He led the merger integration for six companies, helping everyone gel together as one unified team, fully equipped for the new strategy, competition, and market realities. The company grew from 60 to 600 employees, becoming #1 in its space in Canada. Joel earned a Ph.D. with Distinction in Philosophy and competed for Canada on the National Freestyle Ski Team.
Available
Nov 28, 2026
8:30AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Joel Shapiro
Joel Shapiro, PhD has 30 years of experience as a business leader, coach, and consultant. He teaches leaders how to build talent, manage culture, and make employees part of the solution to create exceptional workplaces and sustainable results. Joel is always seeking the perfect blend of humanity and business performance. Previously, Joel helped save his third-generation family business during massive industry consolidation. He led the merger integration for six companies, helping everyone gel together as one unified team, fully equipped for the new strategy, competition, and market realities. The company grew from 60 to 600 employees, becoming #1 in its space in Canada. Joel earned a Ph.D. with Distinction in Philosophy and competed for Canada on the National Freestyle Ski Team.
Available
Dec 12, 2025
8:30AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Joel Shapiro
Joel Shapiro, PhD has 30 years of experience as a business leader, coach, and consultant. He teaches leaders how to build talent, manage culture, and make employees part of the solution to create exceptional workplaces and sustainable results. Joel is always seeking the perfect blend of humanity and business performance. Previously, Joel helped save his third-generation family business during massive industry consolidation. He led the merger integration for six companies, helping everyone gel together as one unified team, fully equipped for the new strategy, competition, and market realities. The company grew from 60 to 600 employees, becoming #1 in its space in Canada. Joel earned a Ph.D. with Distinction in Philosophy and competed for Canada on the National Freestyle Ski Team.
Past
Dec 6, 2025
8:30AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Joel Shapiro
Joel Shapiro, PhD has 30 years of experience as a business leader, coach, and consultant. He teaches leaders how to build talent, manage culture, and make employees part of the solution to create exceptional workplaces and sustainable results. Joel is always seeking the perfect blend of humanity and business performance. Previously, Joel helped save his third-generation family business during massive industry consolidation. He led the merger integration for six companies, helping everyone gel together as one unified team, fully equipped for the new strategy, competition, and market realities. The company grew from 60 to 600 employees, becoming #1 in its space in Canada. Joel earned a Ph.D. with Distinction in Philosophy and competed for Canada on the National Freestyle Ski Team.
Past
Aug 13, 2025
8:30AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Joel Shapiro
Joel Shapiro, PhD has 30 years of experience as a business leader, coach, and consultant. He teaches leaders how to build talent, manage culture, and make employees part of the solution to create exceptional workplaces and sustainable results. Joel is always seeking the perfect blend of humanity and business performance. Previously, Joel helped save his third-generation family business during massive industry consolidation. He led the merger integration for six companies, helping everyone gel together as one unified team, fully equipped for the new strategy, competition, and market realities. The company grew from 60 to 600 employees, becoming #1 in its space in Canada. Joel earned a Ph.D. with Distinction in Philosophy and competed for Canada on the National Freestyle Ski Team.
Past
Jun 24, 2025
8:30AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Joel Shapiro
Joel Shapiro, PhD has 30 years of experience as a business leader, coach, and consultant. He teaches leaders how to build talent, manage culture, and make employees part of the solution to create exceptional workplaces and sustainable results. Joel is always seeking the perfect blend of humanity and business performance. Previously, Joel helped save his third-generation family business during massive industry consolidation. He led the merger integration for six companies, helping everyone gel together as one unified team, fully equipped for the new strategy, competition, and market realities. The company grew from 60 to 600 employees, becoming #1 in its space in Canada. Joel earned a Ph.D. with Distinction in Philosophy and competed for Canada on the National Freestyle Ski Team.
Past
Dec 18, 2024
8:30AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Joel Shapiro
Joel Shapiro, PhD has 30 years of experience as a business leader, coach, and consultant. He teaches leaders how to build talent, manage culture, and make employees part of the solution to create exceptional workplaces and sustainable results. Joel is always seeking the perfect blend of humanity and business performance. Previously, Joel helped save his third-generation family business during massive industry consolidation. He led the merger integration for six companies, helping everyone gel together as one unified team, fully equipped for the new strategy, competition, and market realities. The company grew from 60 to 600 employees, becoming #1 in its space in Canada. Joel earned a Ph.D. with Distinction in Philosophy and competed for Canada on the National Freestyle Ski Team.
Past
Dec 14, 2024
8:30AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Joel Shapiro
Joel Shapiro, PhD has 30 years of experience as a business leader, coach, and consultant. He teaches leaders how to build talent, manage culture, and make employees part of the solution to create exceptional workplaces and sustainable results. Joel is always seeking the perfect blend of humanity and business performance. Previously, Joel helped save his third-generation family business during massive industry consolidation. He led the merger integration for six companies, helping everyone gel together as one unified team, fully equipped for the new strategy, competition, and market realities. The company grew from 60 to 600 employees, becoming #1 in its space in Canada. Joel earned a Ph.D. with Distinction in Philosophy and competed for Canada on the National Freestyle Ski Team.
Past
Nov 13, 2024
8:30AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Joel Shapiro
Joel Shapiro, PhD has 30 years of experience as a business leader, coach, and consultant. He teaches leaders how to build talent, manage culture, and make employees part of the solution to create exceptional workplaces and sustainable results. Joel is always seeking the perfect blend of humanity and business performance. Previously, Joel helped save his third-generation family business during massive industry consolidation. He led the merger integration for six companies, helping everyone gel together as one unified team, fully equipped for the new strategy, competition, and market realities. The company grew from 60 to 600 employees, becoming #1 in its space in Canada. Joel earned a Ph.D. with Distinction in Philosophy and competed for Canada on the National Freestyle Ski Team.
Past

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. 

Course Details
Cost
$210
Members
$235
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
4
CPD Hours
4
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
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.

Ethics

Professional Ethics for Career & Life Success - Good for Business and the Right Thing to Do (Live Webinar)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
Course Details
Cost
$210
Members
$235
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
4
CPD Hours
4
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
5
Credits

Overview

Ethical decision-making is a critical skill for professionals navigating complex business challenges and competing priorities.

 


This live virtual seminar is offered in collaboration with CPA Western Provinces. The content is applicable to all participants.

 

Course Description

This interactive workshop explores practical ethical principles and decision-making tools that can be applied in everyday professional situations. Participants will strengthen their ability to evaluate ethical issues, make informed decisions, and foster ethical practices within their teams and organizations, supporting both professional success and long-term organizational trust.

Applicable for

This course is valuable for all professionals at all levels who are working in our complex and fast paced world. 

Content

  • The economic value of ethics: Making the case for ethics (metrics)
  • Using the core ethical principles to assess and calibrate your decisions 
  • Assessing your impact on the community: ESG and CSR   
  • Systems thinking cases: dealing with complex ethical challenges
  • Fostering a culture of high ethical standards on your team
  • Bonus: Ethics checklist for assessing and auditing decisions and actions 

Course Dates & Registration

Oct 14, 2026
8:30AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Joel Shapiro
Joel Shapiro, PhD has 30 years of experience as a business leader, coach, and consultant. He teaches leaders how to build talent, manage culture, and make employees part of the solution to create exceptional workplaces and sustainable results. Joel is always seeking the perfect blend of humanity and business performance. Previously, Joel helped save his third-generation family business during massive industry consolidation. He led the merger integration for six companies, helping everyone gel together as one unified team, fully equipped for the new strategy, competition, and market realities. The company grew from 60 to 600 employees, becoming #1 in its space in Canada. Joel earned a Ph.D. with Distinction in Philosophy and competed for Canada on the National Freestyle Ski Team.
Available
Nov 28, 2026
8:30AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Joel Shapiro
Joel Shapiro, PhD has 30 years of experience as a business leader, coach, and consultant. He teaches leaders how to build talent, manage culture, and make employees part of the solution to create exceptional workplaces and sustainable results. Joel is always seeking the perfect blend of humanity and business performance. Previously, Joel helped save his third-generation family business during massive industry consolidation. He led the merger integration for six companies, helping everyone gel together as one unified team, fully equipped for the new strategy, competition, and market realities. The company grew from 60 to 600 employees, becoming #1 in its space in Canada. Joel earned a Ph.D. with Distinction in Philosophy and competed for Canada on the National Freestyle Ski Team.
Available
Dec 12, 2025
8:30AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Joel Shapiro
Joel Shapiro, PhD has 30 years of experience as a business leader, coach, and consultant. He teaches leaders how to build talent, manage culture, and make employees part of the solution to create exceptional workplaces and sustainable results. Joel is always seeking the perfect blend of humanity and business performance. Previously, Joel helped save his third-generation family business during massive industry consolidation. He led the merger integration for six companies, helping everyone gel together as one unified team, fully equipped for the new strategy, competition, and market realities. The company grew from 60 to 600 employees, becoming #1 in its space in Canada. Joel earned a Ph.D. with Distinction in Philosophy and competed for Canada on the National Freestyle Ski Team.
Past
Dec 6, 2025
8:30AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Joel Shapiro
Joel Shapiro, PhD has 30 years of experience as a business leader, coach, and consultant. He teaches leaders how to build talent, manage culture, and make employees part of the solution to create exceptional workplaces and sustainable results. Joel is always seeking the perfect blend of humanity and business performance. Previously, Joel helped save his third-generation family business during massive industry consolidation. He led the merger integration for six companies, helping everyone gel together as one unified team, fully equipped for the new strategy, competition, and market realities. The company grew from 60 to 600 employees, becoming #1 in its space in Canada. Joel earned a Ph.D. with Distinction in Philosophy and competed for Canada on the National Freestyle Ski Team.
Past
Aug 13, 2025
8:30AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Joel Shapiro
Joel Shapiro, PhD has 30 years of experience as a business leader, coach, and consultant. He teaches leaders how to build talent, manage culture, and make employees part of the solution to create exceptional workplaces and sustainable results. Joel is always seeking the perfect blend of humanity and business performance. Previously, Joel helped save his third-generation family business during massive industry consolidation. He led the merger integration for six companies, helping everyone gel together as one unified team, fully equipped for the new strategy, competition, and market realities. The company grew from 60 to 600 employees, becoming #1 in its space in Canada. Joel earned a Ph.D. with Distinction in Philosophy and competed for Canada on the National Freestyle Ski Team.
Past
Jun 24, 2025
8:30AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Joel Shapiro
Joel Shapiro, PhD has 30 years of experience as a business leader, coach, and consultant. He teaches leaders how to build talent, manage culture, and make employees part of the solution to create exceptional workplaces and sustainable results. Joel is always seeking the perfect blend of humanity and business performance. Previously, Joel helped save his third-generation family business during massive industry consolidation. He led the merger integration for six companies, helping everyone gel together as one unified team, fully equipped for the new strategy, competition, and market realities. The company grew from 60 to 600 employees, becoming #1 in its space in Canada. Joel earned a Ph.D. with Distinction in Philosophy and competed for Canada on the National Freestyle Ski Team.
Past
Dec 18, 2024
8:30AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Joel Shapiro
Joel Shapiro, PhD has 30 years of experience as a business leader, coach, and consultant. He teaches leaders how to build talent, manage culture, and make employees part of the solution to create exceptional workplaces and sustainable results. Joel is always seeking the perfect blend of humanity and business performance. Previously, Joel helped save his third-generation family business during massive industry consolidation. He led the merger integration for six companies, helping everyone gel together as one unified team, fully equipped for the new strategy, competition, and market realities. The company grew from 60 to 600 employees, becoming #1 in its space in Canada. Joel earned a Ph.D. with Distinction in Philosophy and competed for Canada on the National Freestyle Ski Team.
Past
Dec 14, 2024
8:30AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Joel Shapiro
Joel Shapiro, PhD has 30 years of experience as a business leader, coach, and consultant. He teaches leaders how to build talent, manage culture, and make employees part of the solution to create exceptional workplaces and sustainable results. Joel is always seeking the perfect blend of humanity and business performance. Previously, Joel helped save his third-generation family business during massive industry consolidation. He led the merger integration for six companies, helping everyone gel together as one unified team, fully equipped for the new strategy, competition, and market realities. The company grew from 60 to 600 employees, becoming #1 in its space in Canada. Joel earned a Ph.D. with Distinction in Philosophy and competed for Canada on the National Freestyle Ski Team.
Past
Nov 13, 2024
8:30AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Joel Shapiro
Joel Shapiro, PhD has 30 years of experience as a business leader, coach, and consultant. He teaches leaders how to build talent, manage culture, and make employees part of the solution to create exceptional workplaces and sustainable results. Joel is always seeking the perfect blend of humanity and business performance. Previously, Joel helped save his third-generation family business during massive industry consolidation. He led the merger integration for six companies, helping everyone gel together as one unified team, fully equipped for the new strategy, competition, and market realities. The company grew from 60 to 600 employees, becoming #1 in its space in Canada. Joel earned a Ph.D. with Distinction in Philosophy and competed for Canada on the National Freestyle Ski Team.
Past

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.