Ethics at Our Core (On-Demand - CPA PRO)
Overview
Adherence to the CPA Code of Professional Conduct goes beyond a professional obligation: it constitutes a source of pride, value, and competitive distinction. While stakeholders rely on an accountant’s judgment and guidance, ethical dilemmas can create challenges in determining ways in which to implement the best course of action, especially in times of rapid change and uncertainty. This seminar helps participants to develop skills for dealing with ethical dilemmas and using appropriate decision making in their workplaces, to help organizations navigate opportunities and challenges.
Access expires 180 days from purchase date |
Course Description
Participants will also explore current and emerging issues in organizations that call for ethical leadership. This seminar emphasizes collaboration and interactivity, as participants will engage with their peers in a variety of activities, including polling questions, small-group discussions, and/or case studies.
Applicable for
Learning Objectives
- Apply research and critical thinking skills to analyze and resolve ethical challenges
- Identify key ethics trends in the Canadian and global business environments and determine several significant implications for CPAs as business leaders
- Use the CPA Code of Professional Conduct as a resource for decision-making
- Interpret and apply the CPA Code to resolve ethical issues when they arise
- Apply professional judgment in determining the most appropriate action and support their decisions in relation to professional accounting codes of conduct
- Use international accounting codes of conduct and guidance as sources of best practice in addressing ethical dilemmas
Content
- An overview of the CPA Code of Professional Conduct across the country, with a more detailed explanation of the requirements in the specific jurisdiction
- Current and emerging issues relevant to professional accountants, such as sustainability, use of experts, money laundering, corruption, earnings management, and tax planning
- Collaborative multiple-choice questions and/or case studies that allow participants to work together in small groups to apply ethical decision-making in realistic scenarios using a decision-making framework
Course Content Created: August 2025
The information is current as of the creation or last updated date. While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur. Purchasers should note the date and verify for themselves if the course is still relevant to their needs.Presenter
Ken Lewchuk, CPAAbout This Product
On-Demand Courses by CPA PRO are either video recordings from live seminars, or video recordings produced specifically for the on-demand audience. Slides and any corresponding handout materials are included where available.These titles are eligible for Verifiable CPD Hours – in order to claim these hours as verifiable, you will be required to successfully complete a short quiz. You will be able to print or save your electronic certificate of completion.
Note that some courses comprise both formal instruction and self-directed exercises. In such cases, participants must complete both components to claim full CPD hours, or must reduce their reported CPD hours accordingly.
Please note that not all on-demand courses include downloadable materials such as course notes or slides.
How to get started
Upon completion of purchase, go to mylms.bccpa.ca and log in using your CPABC Online Services credentials. Click “Go to your Courses and Materials” to go to your Learning Center, then find and click on your course title.
Course Dates & Registration
- 4
- CPD Hours
- 4
- Ethics Hours
- 0.25
- 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.
Ethics at Our Core (On-Demand - CPA PRO)
- 4
- CPD Hours
- 4
- Ethics Hours
- 0.25
- AML Hours
- 5
- Credits
Overview
Adherence to the CPA Code of Professional Conduct goes beyond a professional obligation: it constitutes a source of pride, value, and competitive distinction. While stakeholders rely on an accountant’s judgment and guidance, ethical dilemmas can create challenges in determining ways in which to implement the best course of action, especially in times of rapid change and uncertainty. This seminar helps participants to develop skills for dealing with ethical dilemmas and using appropriate decision making in their workplaces, to help organizations navigate opportunities and challenges.
Access expires 180 days from purchase date |
Course Description
Participants will also explore current and emerging issues in organizations that call for ethical leadership. This seminar emphasizes collaboration and interactivity, as participants will engage with their peers in a variety of activities, including polling questions, small-group discussions, and/or case studies.
Applicable for
Learning Objectives
- Apply research and critical thinking skills to analyze and resolve ethical challenges
- Identify key ethics trends in the Canadian and global business environments and determine several significant implications for CPAs as business leaders
- Use the CPA Code of Professional Conduct as a resource for decision-making
- Interpret and apply the CPA Code to resolve ethical issues when they arise
- Apply professional judgment in determining the most appropriate action and support their decisions in relation to professional accounting codes of conduct
- Use international accounting codes of conduct and guidance as sources of best practice in addressing ethical dilemmas
Content
- An overview of the CPA Code of Professional Conduct across the country, with a more detailed explanation of the requirements in the specific jurisdiction
- Current and emerging issues relevant to professional accountants, such as sustainability, use of experts, money laundering, corruption, earnings management, and tax planning
- Collaborative multiple-choice questions and/or case studies that allow participants to work together in small groups to apply ethical decision-making in realistic scenarios using a decision-making framework
Course Content Created: August 2025
The information is current as of the creation or last updated date. While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur. Purchasers should note the date and verify for themselves if the course is still relevant to their needs.Presenter
Ken Lewchuk, CPAAbout This Product
On-Demand Courses by CPA PRO are either video recordings from live seminars, or video recordings produced specifically for the on-demand audience. Slides and any corresponding handout materials are included where available.These titles are eligible for Verifiable CPD Hours – in order to claim these hours as verifiable, you will be required to successfully complete a short quiz. You will be able to print or save your electronic certificate of completion.
Note that some courses comprise both formal instruction and self-directed exercises. In such cases, participants must complete both components to claim full CPD hours, or must reduce their reported CPD hours accordingly.
Please note that not all on-demand courses include downloadable materials such as course notes or slides.
How to get started
Upon completion of purchase, go to mylms.bccpa.ca and log in using your CPABC Online Services credentials. Click “Go to your Courses and Materials” to go to your Learning Center, then find and click on your course title.
Course Dates & Registration
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.