Balancing Creativity and Integrity: Ethical Financial Reporting for CPAs

Course Overview

This course provides an overview of the ethical imperatives surrounding accuracy and transparency in financial reporting, emphasizing the critical role these principles play in maintaining stakeholder trust and corporate integrity.  This course also addresses the distinction between creative accounting practices and unethical financial reporting.  By better understanding these concepts, CPAs will be better equipped with practical strategies to foster an ethical culture within their organizations and make informed, ethical decisions in complex financial scenarios.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
     •  Recognize the ethical principles that underpin accurate and transparent financial reporting
     •  Identify common ethical dilemmas faced by CPAs in financial reporting
     •  Recognize the potential consequences of unethical practices
     •  Differentiate between creative accounting practices and unethical financial reporting

NEW COURSE 6/17/24

Additional Contents : Complete, no additional material needed
Advance Preparation : None
Intended Participants : Any CPA looking to maintain or enhance their professional competence
Course Declaration : Participants must complete the final examination within one year of purchase. A minimum passing grade of 70% or better is required to receive CPE
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