Ethical Conduct for Florida CPAs Webinar (4 Hours)

Overview: 

Satisfy your Ethics requirement and benefit from a comprehensive review of ethics rules and the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct. This webinar provides insight into the rationale and philosophy behind the rules. You’ll learn about:

  • Independence, integrity and objectivity
  • Frivolous complaints and discreditable acts
  • Professional standards
  • Ways to protect yourself
  • Confidential client information

 

Objective: 

To satisfy the Ethics requirement for Florida CPAs and emphasize the need for prudent ethical judgment when interpreting the rules and determining the public interest. You’ll use case studies and discussion questions to understand how to apply the rules to real ethical dilemmas.

Emphasis: 
  • Morals vs. ethics
  • Judgments and values
  • Professional responsibility: issues for accountants
  • Ethical reasoning and dilemmas
  • Causes of unethical behavior
  • Florida State Board rules
  • Statutes Chapters 455 and 473
  • AICPA Code of Professional Conduct
  • Independence, conflicts of interest and objectivity
  • Advertising and other forms of solicitation
  • Record retention and ownership of information
  • Contingent fees, commissions and referral fees
  • Forms of organization
  • Rules governing unprofessional conduct
    – For all professions
    – For CPAs specifically
  • Members in Business

 

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Prerequisite: 

None.

Preparation: 

No advance preparation required.

Level of Knowledge: 

Basic.

CPE Credit: 
4.00
NASBA Field of Study: 
Regulatory Ethics