Digital Awareness for Accountants

Firm/Group/Company - R2127.50 (VAT Incl.) Individuals - R598.00 (VAT Incl.)
Firm/Group/Company - R1598.50 (VAT Incl.) Individuals - R448.50 (VAT Incl.)
Ms Covanni Hohls
17 Jun '25
09H00 - 11H00
2
Attending the course and successfully completing the post-assessment, will grant you 2 hour/s verifiable CPD, recognised by the various professional bodies (SAICA, SAIBA, SAIT, ACCA, IACSA, IRBA & etc). Please note that the CPD certificate will only be issued once the post-assessment has been completed.
Web Based (Online)
COVANNI HOHLS - DU PREEZ
covanni@probetatraining.co.za

Click with Caution: Digital Awareness for Accountants is a practical session focused on the cybersecurity threats, digital risks, and ethical challenges accountants face in the digital era. Learn how tools like Caseware can be used responsibly while maintaining data integrity and compliance with professional standards.

This course equips accountants with essential digital awareness, focusing on cyber risks, data privacy, and responsible use of accounting software like Caseware. Participants will explore real-world risks, including phishing, ransomware, and social engineering, and learn strategies to safeguard client information and uphold ethical responsibilities in a tech-driven work environment.

Key Topics Covered:
• Cybersecurity threats targeting accountants
• Safe use of cloud-based platforms like Caseware
• Data protection and confidentiality
• Social engineering and phishing awareness
• Digital ethics and compliance obligations
• Case studies on breaches and professional misconduct

• Accountants and Auditors
• Financial managers
• Compliance professionals who use digital tools such as Caseware and want to enhance their cyber awareness, protect sensitive data, and stay compliant with professional codes and industry regulations. Company Secretaries
• Corporate Governance Professionals
• Directors and Board Support Staff
• Business Owners and Administrators