The Motives and Mystery of Ethics-Understanding the Why

Overview

Our guidance on ethics comes from the AICPA and other groups, but it does not fully address the “why” behind ethics. This session will examine and define what ethics is and what it means to varying people in the workplace. Understanding what motivates people and understanding those people are key to both solving ethical dilemmas and workplace issues that can lead to greater job satisfaction and efficiency. To correct an issue, you need to delve into the root cause – the why?

Highlights

• Understanding yourself and others in the workplace
• How emotion plays a vital role in ethical dilemmas and in solutions
• What are some of the various outlooks on ethics?
• Recognizing lies
• Managing ethics towards solutions

Prerequisites

At least six (6) months of professional financial statement analysis experience

Designed For

CEOs, Corporate Financial Leaders, Corporate Financial Managers, CFOs, Controllers, accountants, Board members, advisors, and consultants. CPAs in public practice and CPAs in industry. Business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals who are interested in the complexities of equity compensation plans.

Objectives

• Gaining a broader understanding of human behavior and ethics beyond the regulations. If we can better understand why unethical actions occur, we can develop a greater practice of our own ethical leadership and assist in growing one’s ‘ethical intelligence.’

Preparation

None