Real-world cases of CPA misconduct and the lessons learned from their professional downfall.
This course is comprehensive, engaging and designed specifically for CPAs in Canada and has been updated for 2026.
Through a series of 21 real-life cases, you'll gain valuable insights into the ethical challenges faced by professionals in the accounting field. These stories cover a wide range of violations, from financial mismanagement and fraud to conflicts of interest and failure to comply with regulatory requirements. Each case is carefully analyzed to highlight the specific ethical standards breached and the consequences faced by the individuals involved.
To enhance your learning experience, the course includes nine interactive case studies that put you in the shoes of a CPA facing complex ethical dilemmas. These scenarios are designed to stimulate critical thinking and encourage you to consider the broader implications of your decisions on your career, client relationships, and the reputation of the accounting profession. By actively engaging with these scenarios, you'll develop a deeper understanding of ethical decision-making and the importance of upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.
This course is more than just a series of cautionary tales; it's an opportunity to reflect on your own practices and reinforce your commitment to ethical excellence. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the field, this course will provide you with the tools and knowledge to navigate ethical challenges effectively. By learning from the mistakes of others, you can avoid similar pitfalls and contribute to the trust and credibility of the accounting profession.
Let's explore these compelling stories from the trenches and discover how to navigate the complex ethical landscape of the accounting profession.
Writer, Trainer, On-demand Course Developer and Acclaimed Author
David Trahair, CPA, CA, is an author, trainer, and eLearning developer who creates on-demand video courses for CPAs across Canada. His courses cover topics including personal finance, ethics, AI, and Microsoft Excel. David is also the author of six personal finance books, three of which are national bestsellers. Through his firm, he helps CPAs build practical skills through engaging, self-paced learning.
Provincial regulators of CPAs in Canada do not require that independent providers of CPD be approved to offer courses. Instead, individual CPAs are responsible for assessing whether a CPD activity meets their requirements, and may take activities from any source provided those requirements are met.
Every course offered on LearnFormula is delivered by a qualified subject matter expert or learning organization, and advances learning objectives that are relevant to the responsibilities or professional competencies of Canadian CPAs. All activities on LearnFormula are quantifiable in terms of hours, and are also verifiable, in that users receive documented evidence of their attendance via a certificate of completion after finishing a course (and this certificate is stored by LearnFormula indefinitely). Nearly 100,000 Canadian CPAs successfully satisfy their CPD requirements via LearnFormula on an annual basis.
