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Mike MasoudApril 20, 2023The profession of auditing serves as a crucial element in safeguarding the public interest, promoting the welfare of society, and assisting those responsible for governance in deterring, preventing, and identifying fraudulent and corrupt practices. Additionally, an independent auditor issuing an audit report on the accompanying financial statements...
Mike MasoudApril 11, 2023Corruption is a pervasive issue worldwide and can take on many forms. Its detrimental effects weaken democratic institutions and hinder economic growth and sustainability. Thus, establishing an ethical framework to prevent corruption is imperative. This post discusses how ethics plays a crucial role in curbing corruption.Primarily, ethics...
Technical StaffMarch 26, 2023Becoming a Certified Anti-Corruption Manager (CACM) can provide many advantages to a decision maker, including:Expertise: The certification process provides specialized training and knowledge in anti-corruption strategies, which can help decision makers identify and mitigate corruption-related risks.Credibility: Being a CACM demonstrates a commitment to anti-corruption efforts and can...
Technical StaffMarch 21, 2023Earlier this month, the failures of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank caused widespread fear and concern in both local and global markets. However, timely government intervention helped maintain public confidence in financial institutions and capital markets, preventing further damage. There are both monetary and nonmonetary costs...
Technical StaffMarch 17, 2023On March 14, 2023, the Daily Mail reported that Credit Suisse had acknowledged the existence of ‘material weaknesses’ in its financial reporting controls while also grappling with $120 billion in customer withdrawals resulting from a series of scandals, which have caused the bank’s shares to plummet to...
Mike J. Masoud, CACM, CFE, MBAMarch 9, 2023Once upon a time, in a distant land, a company was known for its high ethical standards and solid values. The company had a stellar reputation in the community, and people looked to it as a role model for other businesses to emulate....
Organizations must assess corruption risks regularly to identify potential vulnerabilities, implement appropriate preventive measures, and ensure that their systems and controls are robust and effective. Failure to do so can have serious consequences, including legal and reputational damage, financial loss, and a loss of stakeholder trust and confidence.
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