Ethical Decision Making in a Crisis (On-Demand - UltimQuest Knowledge)
Overview
This course addresses the implications of ethical business decision making during a crisis, such as the global COVID-19 pandemic. It examines how successful organizations have navigated through crisis situations, and also the implications of taking an unethical approach during crises. The course also dives into the unique role that professional accountants play in business, and in crisis events. This course will help CPAs strengthen their ethical compass and decision-making skills in dealing with unforeseen challenging situations in the workplace.
Access expires 180 days from purchase date |
Applicable for
Learning Objectives
- define ethics and describe it in the context of a crisis
- describe the returns on investment from ethical business practices
- describe ethically-driven crisis response strategies
- explain the role of professional accountants in ethical crises
Content
- definition of ethics
- return on investment from ethical business practices
- crisis response strategies
- the role of professional accountants
- case studies
Course Content Created: April 2020
Course Content Updated: January 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 While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur.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.About This Product
On-Demand Courses by UltimQuest Knowledge. UltimQuest Knowledge aims to improve organizational performance by delivering practical ‘how-to’ corporate training on a variety of topics relevant to CPAs. Through live and online training, they provide courses in Business Ethics, Governance, Internal Control, Key Performance Indicators, Leadership, and more. Their instructors are highly rated Canadian CPAs whose courses are designed to share years of their knowledge, experience and business acumen through step-by-step guidance, personal experiences and real-life examples. Their objective is to empower CPAs with useful insights to boost their career, and to help them become changemakers in their own organizations.
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
- 1
- CPD Hours
- 1
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 2
- 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 Decision Making in a Crisis (On-Demand - UltimQuest Knowledge)
- 1
- CPD Hours
- 1
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 2
- Credits
Overview
This course addresses the implications of ethical business decision making during a crisis, such as the global COVID-19 pandemic. It examines how successful organizations have navigated through crisis situations, and also the implications of taking an unethical approach during crises. The course also dives into the unique role that professional accountants play in business, and in crisis events. This course will help CPAs strengthen their ethical compass and decision-making skills in dealing with unforeseen challenging situations in the workplace.
Access expires 180 days from purchase date |
Applicable for
Learning Objectives
- define ethics and describe it in the context of a crisis
- describe the returns on investment from ethical business practices
- describe ethically-driven crisis response strategies
- explain the role of professional accountants in ethical crises
Content
- definition of ethics
- return on investment from ethical business practices
- crisis response strategies
- the role of professional accountants
- case studies
Course Content Created: April 2020
Course Content Updated: January 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.About This Product
On-Demand Courses by UltimQuest Knowledge. UltimQuest Knowledge aims to improve organizational performance by delivering practical ‘how-to’ corporate training on a variety of topics relevant to CPAs. Through live and online training, they provide courses in Business Ethics, Governance, Internal Control, Key Performance Indicators, Leadership, and more. Their instructors are highly rated Canadian CPAs whose courses are designed to share years of their knowledge, experience and business acumen through step-by-step guidance, personal experiences and real-life examples. Their objective is to empower CPAs with useful insights to boost their career, and to help them become changemakers in their own organizations.
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.