Strategic Management Certificate Program (SMCP) - Risk Management and Governance (Live Webinar)
Overview
This interactive session will examine different types of risks which can undermine the achievement of an organization’s objectives, and the management approaches and tools used to manage them. You will examine the risk management policies, practices, and reporting used by leading organizations, assess your organization’s approach to risk and consider your own role in this process. We will also overview director and board responsibilities and take an in-depth look at governance practices, with focus on not for profits, where many CPAs serve as volunteer directors. You will gain an appreciation of how these requirements link to your own role. This session is a must for members considering serving as directors, now or in the future.
This seminar is eligible towards
The Strategic Management Certificate Program
CPABC is pleased to present the The Strategic Management Certificate Program. This four-part program focuses specifically on the critical components of leadership and strategy, and allows participants to acquire substantive knowledge in these core business topics. At the end of the program, participants will have learned about the core competencies to successfully develop teams, enable change management within their organizations, risk assessment and governance best practices, and how to guide strategic planning into implementation through all phases of an organization’s product/ service life cycle. The four modules are:
Each seminar can be taken as a stand-alone course, but in order to qualify for the certificate, participants are required to complete all four titles. Titles will be offered across our Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter programs.
Applicable for
Content
In this session, you will learn
- how to spot and assess a wide variety of risks
- tools and techniques for reducing the impact of risks on your organization
- how to implement risk reporting tools
- what are governance responsibilities and current practices
- how board structures and processes can help boards and directors perform
- how to increase your effectiveness in supporting risk management and governance in your organization
Advisory: The course contains pre-work that should be completed before the seminar begins. The pre-work will be posted on the Learning Management System, accessible through Online Services approximately 1 week before the seminar start date.
Course Dates & Registration
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SIMON PHILP, FCPA, FCMA, Market Vice President CIBC leads commercial banking teams on Vancouver Island, central and northern BC, and Yukon, working with corporates, governments, and larger not for profits. He has volunteered with technology industry organizations, universities, business associations, arts groups and land trusts in both Canada and the US. Presently Simon serves on the board of the Victoria Airport. Previously he served on the board for Community Living BC, a BC crown corporation, and on the board of one of the legacy accounting bodies through to unification. Simon has always enjoyed helping companies grow and expand, and particularly the challenges that come from banking companies in the technology and aviation sectors. SIMON PHILP, FCPA, FCMA, Market Vice President CIBC leads commercial banking teams on Vancouver Island, central and northern BC, and Yukon, working with corporates, governments, and larger not for profits. He has volunteered with technology industry organizations, universities, business associations, arts groups and land trusts in both Canada and the US. Presently Simon serves on the board of the Victoria Airport. Previously he served on the board for Community Living BC, a BC crown corporation, and on the board of one of the legacy accounting bodies through to unification. Simon has always enjoyed helping companies grow and expand, and particularly the challenges that come from banking companies in the technology and aviation sectors. SIMON PHILP, FCPA, FCMA, Market Vice President CIBC leads commercial banking teams on Vancouver Island, central and northern BC, and Yukon, working with corporates, governments, and larger not for profits. He has volunteered with technology industry organizations, universities, business associations, arts groups and land trusts in both Canada and the US. Presently Simon serves on the board of the Victoria Airport. Previously he served on the board for Community Living BC, a BC crown corporation, and on the board of one of the legacy accounting bodies through to unification. Simon has always enjoyed helping companies grow and expand, and particularly the challenges that come from banking companies in the technology and aviation sectors. SIMON PHILP, FCPA, FCMA, Market Vice President CIBC leads commercial banking teams on Vancouver Island, central and northern BC, and Yukon, working with corporates, governments, and larger not for profits. He has volunteered with technology industry organizations, universities, business associations, arts groups and land trusts in both Canada and the US. Presently Simon serves on the board of the Victoria Airport. Previously he served on the board for Community Living BC, a BC crown corporation, and on the board of one of the legacy accounting bodies through to unification. Simon has always enjoyed helping companies grow and expand, and particularly the challenges that come from banking companies in the technology and aviation sectors. SIMON PHILP, FCPA, FCMA, Market Vice President CIBC leads commercial banking teams on Vancouver Island, central and northern BC, and Yukon, working with corporates, governments, and larger not for profits. He has volunteered with technology industry organizations, universities, business associations, arts groups and land trusts in both Canada and the US. Presently Simon serves on the board of the Victoria Airport. Previously he served on the board for Community Living BC, a BC crown corporation, and on the board of one of the legacy accounting bodies through to unification. Simon has always enjoyed helping companies grow and expand, and particularly the challenges that come from banking companies in the technology and aviation sectors. SIMON PHILP, FCPA, FCMA, Market Vice President CIBC leads commercial banking teams on Vancouver Island, central and northern BC, and Yukon, working with corporates, governments, and larger not for profits. He has volunteered with technology industry organizations, universities, business associations, arts groups and land trusts in both Canada and the US. Presently Simon serves on the board of the Victoria Airport. Previously he served on the board for Community Living BC, a BC crown corporation, and on the board of one of the legacy accounting bodies through to unification. Simon has always enjoyed helping companies grow and expand, and particularly the challenges that come from banking companies in the technology and aviation sectors..webp?language=en-CA)
MICHAEL MORRISON, CPA, CMA is a senior leader in the public service, an instructor, and is completing a Doctor of Business Administration degree. His research focus is in strategy and management and he presents CPA courses on these topics. He is an executive director in a regional health authority in BC. He has completed: an MBA; a Master of Defence Studies degree; a CMA, CPA designation; and graduate certificates in business topics from UBC’s Sauder School of Business. Michael has been an associate faculty member at Royal Roads University School of Business in the MBA program since 2008..webp?language=en-CA)
MIA MAKI, BA, MBA, FCPA, FCMA is a Principal of Quimper Consulting, and Associate Dean, External, at the Gustavson School of Business, University of Victoria. She has worked in Finance and Accounting for over 25 years, and has experience in a wide variety of industries, including audio technology, airlines and aviation, not-for-profit, public accounting, marine transportation, fisheries monitoring, gaming and other technology arenas. She has worked for both private and public companies, has participated in raising over $50M in funds, and has experience in international initiatives. She is passionate about teaching, and is grateful for the opportunity to connect with others, through learning experiences.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.
- 7
- CPD Hours
- 0
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 10
- 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.
Strategic Management Certificate Program (SMCP) - Risk Management and Governance (Live Webinar)
- 7
- CPD Hours
- 0
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 10
- Credits
Overview
This interactive session will examine different types of risks which can undermine the achievement of an organization’s objectives, and the management approaches and tools used to manage them. You will examine the risk management policies, practices, and reporting used by leading organizations, assess your organization’s approach to risk and consider your own role in this process. We will also overview director and board responsibilities and take an in-depth look at governance practices, with focus on not for profits, where many CPAs serve as volunteer directors. You will gain an appreciation of how these requirements link to your own role. This session is a must for members considering serving as directors, now or in the future.
This seminar is eligible towards
The Strategic Management Certificate Program
CPABC is pleased to present the The Strategic Management Certificate Program. This four-part program focuses specifically on the critical components of leadership and strategy, and allows participants to acquire substantive knowledge in these core business topics. At the end of the program, participants will have learned about the core competencies to successfully develop teams, enable change management within their organizations, risk assessment and governance best practices, and how to guide strategic planning into implementation through all phases of an organization’s product/ service life cycle. The four modules are:
Each seminar can be taken as a stand-alone course, but in order to qualify for the certificate, participants are required to complete all four titles. Titles will be offered across our Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter programs.
Applicable for
Content
In this session, you will learn
- how to spot and assess a wide variety of risks
- tools and techniques for reducing the impact of risks on your organization
- how to implement risk reporting tools
- what are governance responsibilities and current practices
- how board structures and processes can help boards and directors perform
- how to increase your effectiveness in supporting risk management and governance in your organization
Advisory: The course contains pre-work that should be completed before the seminar begins. The pre-work will be posted on the Learning Management System, accessible through Online Services approximately 1 week before the seminar start date.
Course Dates & Registration
SIMON PHILP, FCPA, FCMA, Market Vice President CIBC leads commercial banking teams on Vancouver Island, central and northern BC, and Yukon, working with corporates, governments, and larger not for profits. He has volunteered with technology industry organizations, universities, business associations, arts groups and land trusts in both Canada and the US. Presently Simon serves on the board of the Victoria Airport. Previously he served on the board for Community Living BC, a BC crown corporation, and on the board of one of the legacy accounting bodies through to unification. Simon has always enjoyed helping companies grow and expand, and particularly the challenges that come from banking companies in the technology and aviation sectors. SIMON PHILP, FCPA, FCMA, Market Vice President CIBC leads commercial banking teams on Vancouver Island, central and northern BC, and Yukon, working with corporates, governments, and larger not for profits. He has volunteered with technology industry organizations, universities, business associations, arts groups and land trusts in both Canada and the US. Presently Simon serves on the board of the Victoria Airport. Previously he served on the board for Community Living BC, a BC crown corporation, and on the board of one of the legacy accounting bodies through to unification. Simon has always enjoyed helping companies grow and expand, and particularly the challenges that come from banking companies in the technology and aviation sectors. SIMON PHILP, FCPA, FCMA, Market Vice President CIBC leads commercial banking teams on Vancouver Island, central and northern BC, and Yukon, working with corporates, governments, and larger not for profits. He has volunteered with technology industry organizations, universities, business associations, arts groups and land trusts in both Canada and the US. Presently Simon serves on the board of the Victoria Airport. Previously he served on the board for Community Living BC, a BC crown corporation, and on the board of one of the legacy accounting bodies through to unification. Simon has always enjoyed helping companies grow and expand, and particularly the challenges that come from banking companies in the technology and aviation sectors. SIMON PHILP, FCPA, FCMA, Market Vice President CIBC leads commercial banking teams on Vancouver Island, central and northern BC, and Yukon, working with corporates, governments, and larger not for profits. He has volunteered with technology industry organizations, universities, business associations, arts groups and land trusts in both Canada and the US. Presently Simon serves on the board of the Victoria Airport. Previously he served on the board for Community Living BC, a BC crown corporation, and on the board of one of the legacy accounting bodies through to unification. Simon has always enjoyed helping companies grow and expand, and particularly the challenges that come from banking companies in the technology and aviation sectors. SIMON PHILP, FCPA, FCMA, Market Vice President CIBC leads commercial banking teams on Vancouver Island, central and northern BC, and Yukon, working with corporates, governments, and larger not for profits. He has volunteered with technology industry organizations, universities, business associations, arts groups and land trusts in both Canada and the US. Presently Simon serves on the board of the Victoria Airport. Previously he served on the board for Community Living BC, a BC crown corporation, and on the board of one of the legacy accounting bodies through to unification. Simon has always enjoyed helping companies grow and expand, and particularly the challenges that come from banking companies in the technology and aviation sectors. SIMON PHILP, FCPA, FCMA, Market Vice President CIBC leads commercial banking teams on Vancouver Island, central and northern BC, and Yukon, working with corporates, governments, and larger not for profits. He has volunteered with technology industry organizations, universities, business associations, arts groups and land trusts in both Canada and the US. Presently Simon serves on the board of the Victoria Airport. Previously he served on the board for Community Living BC, a BC crown corporation, and on the board of one of the legacy accounting bodies through to unification. Simon has always enjoyed helping companies grow and expand, and particularly the challenges that come from banking companies in the technology and aviation sectors. MICHAEL MORRISON, CPA, CMA is a senior leader in the public service, an instructor, and is completing a Doctor of Business Administration degree. His research focus is in strategy and management and he presents CPA courses on these topics. He is an executive director in a regional health authority in BC. He has completed: an MBA; a Master of Defence Studies degree; a CMA, CPA designation; and graduate certificates in business topics from UBC’s Sauder School of Business. Michael has been an associate faculty member at Royal Roads University School of Business in the MBA program since 2008. MIA MAKI, BA, MBA, FCPA, FCMA is a Principal of Quimper Consulting, and Associate Dean, External, at the Gustavson School of Business, University of Victoria. She has worked in Finance and Accounting for over 25 years, and has experience in a wide variety of industries, including audio technology, airlines and aviation, not-for-profit, public accounting, marine transportation, fisheries monitoring, gaming and other technology arenas. She has worked for both private and public companies, has participated in raising over $50M in funds, and has experience in international initiatives. She is passionate about teaching, and is grateful for the opportunity to connect with others, through learning experiences.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.