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Blair Cook and Jennifer Nicholson, CPA, CA CPA (Ill) MBA
Jen is a founding partner of Executive Finance Partners, co-host of the CPA Success podcast and an international speaker/educator. Blair is a corporate director, CFO, author, speaker, innovator, and thought leader.
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We all know about our level of intelligence, but there are many different facets of intelligence to consider including your emotional intelligence, your social intelligence and your ethical intelligence, which we will explore in this course. Ethical intelligence is often ignored in practice, leading to regretful situations where many good people find themselves in embarrassingly bad positions.
In this course, we explore what is our ethical intelligence and why is it that we can rationalize behaviors and decisions that would not typically be representative of our normal moral character. You will see first hand using an incredible case study showing how a small indiscretion can spiral into a scandal and ruin your career.
Learning Objectives
- Explore the state of ethics in the world today and recognize that it’s a far larger issue than most of us consider on a daily basis.
- Recognize that ethical intelligence is both a function of the brain and a competency that can be developed throughout one’s professional career.
- Identify the different types of means and ends rationalizations we tell ourselves to justify our decisions, actions, and behaviors.
Last updated/reviewed: May 16, 2022
67 Reviews (337 ratings)Reviews
Anonymous
(Sr Director, Workforce Management &a..)
This course provided a comprehensive overview of ethical intelligence, including several relevant case studies as well as valuable insights to consider when navigating tough ethical decisions. I particularly enjoyed the facilitation of this course; Blair and Jennifer presented contents in a highly-engaging manner! Great supporting materials also reinforced key learning concepts.
Cheryl Leide
(Financial Systems Manager at Wolseley Canada)
The case study that was reviewed in this course was very informative. It showed that decisions made, even if they are not considered criminal, can have a negative impact. Although there was no actual theft, the impact of some bad decisions caused a lot of distrust and a large cost in looking into the details and trying to determine if there was fraud.
Anonymous
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It was interesting learning that Ethical Intelligence is a sought-after "soft skill" of a leader just as Social and Emotional Intelligence are.
It was also interesting to see the 6 different areas of "Means and ends rationalizations" and the thought process involved for each one.
Lawrence Hirsch
(Controller at Builders design)
I have taken many of Blair's courses and they have all been dynamically presented and have impactful content. Well not Blair has added Jennifer to this program and takes it to an even higher lever. Blair you never cease to amaze. Great Course.
Thank you,
Larry
Anonymous
(CPA)
Always interesting and sourced information. Still feels as though they are shouting at you.. and some of the information is dated, but for this topic.. it's still relevant. Occasional updates (every 2 - 5 years or as major events occur) would improve!
Tim Flake
(Financial & Accounting Consultant at DLC Consulting)
This course provided real world examples of ethical problems in our society and highlighted that trust in our governments and businesses are at an all time low. Very good points were made to consider.
Cheryl Husmann
( at Smiling Aviation, Inc.)
This is a change from the typical ethics course, delving into such things as how our brains work and specific case-studies. It was a wonderful break from the typical course.
catherine BADERMAN
(VP Business Operations at Heidrick & Struggles)
Really interesting content - particularly relating to the types of ethical rationalizations that can take place and the inherent human nature aspects. Excellent case study.
Anonymous
(PRESIDENT)
This is another excellent course presented by Blair Cook. It explained ethics using a real life example, showing how a small misstep can have a profound impact on careers.
Anonymous
(Accounting Technician)
After completing a number of Illumeo Courses, I personally felt this was the best classes. The course was clear, concise and in this 21st century totally needed.
Michelle Adams
(CFO at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas)
The presentation (verbal and written) was nicely done with relevant examples including a case study at the end of the course which went into specific details.
Lawrence DeParis
(Founder & CEO at C-Level Solutions LLC)
Well presented. Excellent use of technology, with speakers shown alongside course slides and the use of video clips, highlighted press clippings, etc.
Chris Hole
(Director of Internal Audit at Roseburg Forest Products)
Not sure I gained much from this course. The information was there, but I can hardly recall any of it. Presenting ethics in an engaging way is tough.
Anonymous
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Interesting course on the topic. While examples were "strong" and thought provocative, I disliked some of the presumptive notions given as examples.
Anonymous
(IT Governance Manager)
There was too much story telling and fluff, but not enough substance. Perhaps incorporate more than one case study to illustrate different points?
Anonymous
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Great course. Would recommend including more of the detailed content on the PDFs so it could be used as a reference once the course is completed.
Anonymous
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This course was engaging and relevant. The in-depth dive into the case IWK case was helpful to see how small actions snowball into bigger fraud.
Anonymous
(Adjunct Professor)
Great content and examples to help understand why unethical behavior can and does happen. Interesting case study within the presentation.
Anonymous
(Not Provided)
This course is more like a case study than a theoretical introduction. It could serve well as a complement to other ethical courses.
Robert Cheseman
(Accountant at Charter Communications)
Great research regarding the IWK case and analysis to assess the impact of poor ethical decisions on the lives of everyone involved.
Brian Donovan
(SOX / Internal Audit Manager at Cerence, LLC)
Great content and I thought the presenters did a great job including excellent example of business case study to align with topic.
Monte Smith, CMA
(Chief Executive Officer at Gerding Companies, Inc)
Very good overview of the ethical landscape for financial professionals. The IWK example was effective in driving home the points.
Anonymous
(Accounting Manager)
Good review of corporate and social behavior and what actually drives it. It helps to understand why we make certain decisions.
Anonymous
(COO)
A good overview of the topic of ethical intelligence. An interesting case study brought the material to life.
Anonymous
(Manager)
Thank you for offering this course - it was one of the more interesting ethics classes I've attended - 5 stars
Anonymous
(Sr Director Consolidation)
Very relevant and current material. Brings up lots of things to think about and influences that people face.
Mercedes Watkins
(Chief Strategist at Meveau)
The course is very practical and easy to understand. I will sign up for more courses from the instructors.
Anonymous
(Senior Associate)
The course helped provide helpful insight into ethical intelligence and the role it plays in our careers.
Anonymous
(Accounting Specialist)
Peaked my interest and will now look to delve further into ethics law.
Interesting case study of IWK.
Anonymous
(Information Systems Support Analyst II)
Highly recommend this course for everyone (management and staff) in light of recent events in the news.
Anonymous
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Great duo! Really entertaining. they outlined the issues nicely and it was not painful to participate!
Anonymous
(Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist)
Always an important topic for debate with so many ethical decisions in the world today. Great video.
Anonymous
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Really good points on how our minds work and identifying areas of succeptability to rationalizations
Warren McLean
(Self Employed at Retired)
A good introduction to emotional intelligence. It would be good to include a followup reading list.
Anonymous
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Interesting to see how the different types of rationalization can play a role in decision making.
Sergey Bulychev
(internal auditor at Transneft Finance LLC)
Очень интересная подача информации у данных авторов
Anonymous
(Compliance Specialist)
Good scientific support for ethical behavior. Example scenario is a little unnecessarily long.
Anonymous
(Manager)
it will be more helpful if the course can provide an entire course slides (including glossary)
Aisha Carter
(Insurance Premium Auditor at Travelers)
I enjoyed the videos and it help me to get a better understanding of Ethical decision-making.
Anonymous
(Auditor)
Ethical intelligence is an extremely important concept especially in these times. Thanks.
Adrienne Frame
( at N/A)
Interesting to learn about the different types of means and ends rationalization.
Anonymous
(ITS Associate Director)
There were a lot of great examples in the slides. Very informative presentative.
Anonymous
(Audit Manager)
well designed course and good use of current day situations to make their points
Armand Rigual
( at Untuckit LLC)
Nice ethics course which covers various topics. Great course, highly recommend.
Anonymous
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Ethical Intelligence was a great first course and the IWK case was eye opening.
Anonymous
(Internal Controls Manager)
It is quite interesting to learn and understand what is ethical intelligence.
Anonymous
(Consultant - Process Specialist)
The course is well thought, and I love how the speaker discusses the topics.
Mark Kerschner
(Owner at Makrsch LLC)
Interesting case study was used to show real world impact of indiscretions.
Michael Muchortow
(CPA at Muchortow & Associates)
Material was relevant and case study made it easier to understand concepts.
Anonymous
(Senior Accountant)
Interesting case study and information presented. Lots of self reflection.
CARLOS SEGURA
( at BOUNDS HEATING & AIR)
Awesome ethics course. I really enjoyed the duo presentation and content.
Anonymous
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Great practical case study. Very engaging content and good lessons here!
Anonymous
(Self Employed)
Clear and interesting because they looked at various sides of ethics.
Dr. Vera Baldwin
(Supervisor, Program Analyst at VA - U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs)
I really enjoyed the information that was given in the presentation.
Prashant Shah
(Manager-FP&A at jda)
This is good course. I recommend to everybody to take this course.
Ahmed Saeed
( at Surgi-Tech)
Informative course that makes you easy to deal with people around.
Anonymous
(Senior Accountant)
Good case study helped address the topics covered in the course.
Julie Montes
(Senior Recruiter at CNM LLP)
The training was thorough and went into detail on the subjects
Raveendran Madappattu
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Excellent course, well presented, rich in contents. Kudos!!!
Sylvia Ratliff
(internal audit consultant at self employed)
Interesting perspectives I had never heard discussed before
SUSAN ARRINGTON
(AP SPECIALIST at COMMONWEALTH CAPITAL CORP)
It was a good course to take. Good information to go over.
Anonymous
(Manager Internal Audit)
The course was informative and presented in a goo manner.
Anonymous
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This course was very helpful and the slides were useful.
Lisa Chan
(Accounting Systems Supervisor at EBMUD)
A good class to take. I recommend it to coworkers.
Alex Blonigan
(Consultant at DLC Group)
Good review of concepts and provided valuation info
Syed Kazmi
(Controller at Encompass Capital Advisors LLC)
New subject explained nicely for our understanding.
Anonymous
(Accountant III)
The speakers talk a bit too fast at certain topic.
Prerequisites
Course Complexity: Foundational
- Prerequisite Education: None.
- Prerequisite Experience: None.
- Prerequisite Preparation: None
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