Ethics in Practice

About this course

In this microcredential, you will learn how ethics affects the way businesses and accountants work. Ethics means doing the right thing, even when it is hard. In accounting, ethical behaviour is essential because you deal with money, records, and decisions that affect others. As a professional, you must understand how your choices can help or harm your organisation, clients, and the public.

You will explore how to design a strong ethical code that helps your organisation follow good practice and reduce risk. You will also learn about the consequences of unethical business behaviour and how it can erode trust with stakeholders. You will examine real issues faced by accountants and auditors, including conflicts of interest and pressures that may lead to suboptimal decisions.

The microcredential will also help you understand how ethics works in global companies. You will learn how culture, workplace relationships, and governance rules can influence what is considered ethical. You will review changes in audit and assurance standards and learn how to stay current with professional expectations.

By the end of the microcredential, you will be able to apply ethical thinking to real problems, make better decisions, and support good conduct in your workplace. This will help you meet the requirements of the accounting profession and protect the public interest.