Unethical Behavior

The accountant may periodically be tempted to engage in unethical behavior or will see such behavior in others. The Unethical Behavior course outlines the reasons why people engage in such conduct, which can be useful for spotting the circumstances that make it easier to do so. The course also presents many solutions for preventing unethical behavior and how to deal with offers of bribery, while also covering the types of unethical behavior in which an accountant might engage.
Format

PDF Course

Level

Overview

Duration

2 Hours

Related Courses
Behavioral Ethics
Malpractice Issues for CPAs

Course Information

Author: Steven Bragg
Course Number: ET1056

Learning Objectives
  • Describe rational choice theory.
  • Specify the circumstances under which unethical behavior does not impact a person’s self-image.
  • Describe the loss aversion effect.
  • Describe how a person avoids the mental discomfort associated with conflicting values.
  • Specify the ethical behavior more likely to be ascribed to a male.
  • Explain the requirements of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.
  • Describe the conventions criminalizing bribery in an international setting.
  • Specify the difference between bribery and facilitation payments.
  • Specify the circumstances under which kickbacks are most common.
  • State the response to be made when offered a bribe.

Level: Overview
Instructional Method: QAS Self-Study
NASBA Category: Behavioral Ethics
Prerequisites: None
Advance Preparation: None
Latest Review Date: February 2024
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