THE INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA
(Established under the Accountants Act, Laws of Kenya)
Annual Practical Ethics Forum (Mandatory Training) – Recording
Date: 23rd– 24th February 2022
Venue: Virtual
Time: 09.00am-03.30pm
(This is one of the mandatory trainings for Practicing Certificate consideration)
OVERVIEW
The discussion of ethics is about having standards of behaviour and ‘doing the right thing’. This means that an ethical business will act in a socially responsible way, doing what is right even if it is not required to do so by legislation or regulation, and regardless of the impact it might have on profits.
This view also applies to professionals in all spheres of work. Professional ethics apply in this case, and it is critical to note that professional ethics entail principles that govern the behaviour of a person or group. Professionals are required to practice reasonable, responsible, and transparent behavior that consciously avoids harmful actions by embodying high ethical standards.
Consequently, even the properly regulated professional organizations globally develop a set of ethical standards which their members are expected to abide by. This is because of the underlying consideration that all professions raise ethical issues, so the need for professional ethics and their practical application for their members who are in practice.
It is against this backdrop that the Institute has organized a two-day virtual workshop to explore the ethical considerations which are practically applicable in the workplace and as expected professionally.
Topics
- Overview of the Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants
- The ethics vs integrity debate, which one matters?
- Important ethical requirements that professional accountants should keep in mind:
- Responsibilities
- The Public Interest
- Integrity
- Objectivity and Independence
- Due Care
- Scope and Nature of Services
- Strengthening internal controls to combat unethical behavior and corruption
- The corruption challenge in Kenya and ethical perspectives
- Lessons from the EACC on ethics for professionals and the fight against corruption
- Personal values and ethical conduct for the professional accountant
- Professional misconduct and the ethical link – insights from the Disciplinary Committee
Target Audience
Members of Boards in public and private corporations, Chief Finance Officers, Finance Directors and Managers, Private and Public Audit Practitioners, Public Sector Accountants, Transaction Advisors, Engagement Partners and Key Audit staff, Banking, Financial services sector Accountants, Internal Auditors, Tax Practitioners, Professionals working in Government and private sectors, Accountants in Academia, current and potential members of ICPAK, members of other professional associations.
Continuous Professional Development Units (CPD Units):
Members of ICPAK and reciprocating professional bodies will be awarded 10 CPD Units upon successfully attending the virtual Symposium.
Continuous Professional Development Units (CPD Units):
Members of ICPAK and reciprocating professional bodies will be awarded 10 CPD Units upon successfully attending each of the sessions.
Target Audience:
Cost:
Charges for the training will be Kes 10,000/= which will cover workshop fees, materials, and e-certificates of attendance.
Online Booking:
We call on Seminar participants to note that booking for is available only online at www.icpak.com/events and will close two hours before the training session. Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for training sessions is mandatory. This is available either online at www.icpak.com/events or on the ICPAK Live – A smart phone-based application that is available from google store.
National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) Reimbursement:
The Institute is registered as a trainer with National Industrial Training Authority. The Institute’s registration number is DIT/TRN/47. Participants who are registered levy contributors should apply to NITA for reimbursement of their fees. Please note that this is applicable for Kenyan citizens only and subject to NITA regulations. Remember that to qualify you should apply to NITA for approval prior to the date of the conference. Further details can be obtained from their website (www.nita.go.ke)
