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Clara Robinson, IFA Regulatory Case Manager Clara Robinson (1)

Topic: Ethics; Everyone, Everywhere 

Accounting scandals make headlines worldwide. For accountants everywhere, ethical standards build a foundation of trust and support lasting success.

This webinar covers the IFA’s Code of Ethics and the five core principles guiding accountants around the globe. Participants will gain practical tools to make ethical decisions and manage challenges in diverse professional environments.

In a global marketplace, ethical lapses can have serious consequences—this session prepares you to uphold integrity no matter where you work.

This session will cover:

  • Ethics in a global setting
  • The IESBA Code of Ethics
  • The fundamental ethical principles in accounting
  • Ethics ‘framework’
  • Practical tips for confronting your ethical dilemmas.
  • Interactive Case Studies: examine ethical dilemmas and participate in the resolution process.

Kameel Vohra, Confide Platform

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Topic: Technology, Trust & Innovation

AI has already begun radically changing the way in which companies and people work. This presentation explores the different ways in which AI is impacting Financial Accountants, what it means for:

  • The history of AI
  • 5 key areas of AI impact
  • Implications on workflows
  • Mitigating Risks
  • Preparation

Chen TSUI, Cyber Protect & Prevent Officer Serious Fraud & Cyber Unit, Hertfordshire Constabulary 

Topic: What could you really lose in a hack?

Cybersecurity for Small Businesses: Why Small Businesses Are Prime Targets

Most people assume that IT will take care of cybersecurity, however you this doesn’t guarantee that your business is protected from cybercrime.

Cyber criminals do not break in, they log in. Through social engineering they manipulate a victim into actioning a request, such as clicking a link, opening an attachment, providing login credentials and paying an invoice. Actioning such request can lead to malware infection (including ransomware), disruption to business, data loss, monetary loss, reputational damage, and much more. It’s not about spending a crazy amount of money on protection. It’s about self-awareness, being vigilant and careful. By implementing some basics of cyber hygiene and knowing how to spot cyber threats makes you less vulnerable to an attack.

This session will cover:

  • Cyber threats
  • Social engineering
  • Impact of cyber attacks on small businesses 
  • How small business can stay safe 
  • Reporting
  • Further resources