This CPE course is designed to provide an overview of United States federal employee conduct violations and what lessons they provide for accountants related to ethical behavior. Participants will learn about the various types of conduct violations that can occur in the federal workforce, including abuse of position, bribery, conflicts of interest, fraud, gift violations, misuse of government resources and personnel, and political activity violations.

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Identify federal employee conduct violations and provide examples
• Analyze the impact of conduct violations on individuals and organizations
• Evaluate the importance of personal ethics in the federal workforce
• Identify the consequences of violating ethical standards
• Develop strategies for preventing and addressing conduct violations
• Analyze case studies of federal employee conduct violations
• Identify lessons learned from conduct violation cases and apply them to future
  situations

Topics Covered:

• Definition and examples of federal employee conduct violations
• The impact of conduct violations on individuals and organizations
• The role of personal ethics in the federal workforce
• Consequences of violating ethical standards
• Strategies for preventing and addressing conduct violations
• Case studies of federal employee conduct violations
• Lessons learned from conduct violation cases

Who Will Benefit/Target Audience:

This course is designed for individuals who are keen on acquiring a deeper understanding of ethical standards and wish to delve into thought-provoking case studies involving moral failures within the United States federal government. The session is particularly beneficial for professionals who wish to promote a culture of integrity within their organizations, and how to better prepare for and manage ethical dilemmas.

Prerequisite Knowledge

Prior knowledge of ethical principles and federal employment policies is recommended but not required for this course.