Biography
James M. Okapal is a Professor Philosophy at Missouri Western State University. He received his BA from Ohio State University, his MA from Bowling Green State University, and his PhD from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville all in the field of moral philosophy. He teaches undergraduate courses in ethics, a graduate level course The Foundations of Professional Ethics, and his research specializes in the intersection of theoretical and applied ethics with literature. He has over 15 publications, including an overview of the principles of bioethics regularly used by MOSAI as introductory material for their ethics committee. In addition, he has 40 presentations including several to professional organizations such as MOSAIC Healthcare Systems, Clay County Public Health, and the Missouri Department of Transportation. He has been a member of the MOSAIC Ethics Board for most of the past 17 years and recently became a member of the Ethics Committee of the National Pop Culture Association. He was recently awarded the Dr. James V. Mehl Award for Outstanding Faculty Scholarship at Missouri Western State University.
February 21, 2024: The Language of Ethics for Accounting
This presentation will introduce the audience to terminology used in writings on professional ethics. Using this terminology, the participants will evaluate a case of ethics in accounting as well as analyze the IMA Statement of Ethical Professional Practice using the terminology.
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Participants will earn 1.0 hour CPE (NASBA sponsored by Heartland Regional Council)
Field of Study: Behavioral Ethics
Prerequisites: None
Who should attend: Anyone who has an interest in Behavioral Ethics
Advanced Preparation: None
Program Level: Beginner
Delivery Method: “IN PERSON” Group Live at Missouri Western State University, 4525 Downs Drive, Saint Joseph, MO 64507. Building “Popplewell” 3rd floor, room 304.
Time: Registration begins at 4:00PM, Presentation to begin 4:30PM
Cost: No Charge
Refunds and Cancellations:
Refunds are N/A for this event as there is no charge. Cancellations will be communicated to registrants via email or phone number, if an email address or phone number was provided on the registration form. For more information regarding refund, complaint, and/or program cancellation policies please contact our Chapter President at 816-262-6405.