Ethics With A Dash of Courage

Getting ethics right is a big deal, and ethics often requires courage. An organization’s ethics is directly connected to its reputation in the co...

8/4/2026 11:00am - 1:00pm  |  Online  |  AICPA

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CPE Categories: Ethics (2 CPE)

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Description

Getting ethics right is a big deal, and ethics often requires courage. An organization’s ethics is directly connected to its reputation in the community, and solid ethical principles are crucial for the long-term success of any organization. This facilitated discussion goes beyond a lecture on ethical principles – it is a series of executive level case studies that offer participants “real time” practice in resolving dilemmas, with participants sharpening their critical thinking skills.

Instructor: Karl Ahlrichs

Target Audience

Staff at all levels - Supervisors and ManagersLeaders and emerging leaders

Course Objectives

· After completing this course, you will be able to:

· Calculate the Value (ROI) of a Courageous Culture.

· Determine and communicate organizational values

· Apply Critical Thinking and Ethics under social pressures.

· Analyze Ethical Dilemmas using structured thinking tools.

· Differentiate logic, emotions and courage while making difficult decisions.

· Determine how to balance the roles of Compliance Officer / Ethics Mentor

· Choose an action plan for personal and organizational courage

Subjects

· The Value of a Courageous Culture and courageous decision-making models

· Challenges to creating a culture of courage

· Communicating your courageous culture

· How/When to speak up? Career-ending vs teachable moment?

· Supporting courageous decisions

· Communicating courage

· The Journey to Leading with Courage – Building a personal action plan

Prerequisites

Experience in an organization at any level. A desire to ensure you’re following ethical procedures in your company.