Course overview
The purpose of this course is to focus on the context of the theoretical and empirical underpinning of professional ethics in finance and accounting. The course seeks to link theory and research to the practical application of ethical choices facing the finance and accounting professions. The conduct of stakeholders responsible for preparing and using financial information including moral dimensions and ethical aspects are interpreted through the application of various accounting and finance theories. This reinforces the role of finance and accounting professionals in a dynamic business environment and their significance to society in general. In accordance with various principle-based Association and Regulatory Codes of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct, several contemporary business issues are examined to illustrate these concepts.
- Foundations of Professional Ethics and Conduct
- CFA Ethics Standards and Professional Responsibilities
- Contemporary Ethical Challenges and Regulatory Obligations
Course learning outcomes
- Analyse, evaluate and critically reflect on various theoretical and practice-based principles of morals and ethics.
- Apply and explain ethical principles to the role of business in society including the reporting of financial information and the competing perspectives of the stakeholder and shareholder.
- Demonstrate an ability to exercise professional judgement consistent with an organisation’s ethical values and corporate social responsibility.
- Identify and discuss the application of professional body ethics and professional conduct standards to business decision-making and its consequences in an ethical context.
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus West
Class number 30098
Section SE01
Size 34
Available 32
Class number 30099
Section SE02
Size 30
Available 29
Class details
Adelaide City Campus West
Class number 55243
Section SE02
Size 20
Available 20
Online
Class number 50022
Section 01OL
Size 30
Available 30
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