
Designing Strong Policies & Procedures: A CFO’s Guide to Governance & Compliance
NASBA Sponsored QAS Self Study CPE Course
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Course Overview
This course provides CFOs, controllers, and finance leaders with a practical roadmap for designing and managing strong policies and procedures that reinforce governance and compliance. Participants will learn how to build a structured policy framework that aligns with organizational strategy, supports accountability, and enhances operational consistency.
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Drawing on recognized governance and control frameworks such as COSO and AICPA Standards, the course demonstrates how well-designed documentation supports ethical conduct, regulatory compliance, and clear decision-making. Through applied examples, participants will explore how to distinguish policies from procedures, establish accountability for maintenance and oversight, and evaluate existing documentation for continuous improvement.
How CPE Access Works
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Get instant course access by email
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Complete the self-study and assessment from mobile or desktop
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Receive your NASBA-compliant certificate
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30-day Refund available if course has not been completed.
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FikrWorks is a NASBA QAS-approved self-study sponsor listed on the NASBA National Registry of CPE Sponsors.
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✔ NASBA National Registry Sponsor ID: 170332
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Used by CPAs across multiple U.S. jurisdictions for NASBA-compliant self-study CPE.
CPE Credit Information
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Field of Study: Management Services
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Program Level: Basic
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Delivery Method: QAS Self Study
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Recommended CPE Credit: 1.0 hour
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Prerequisites: None
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Advance Preparation: None
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NASBA Sponsor ID: 170332
Learning Objectives
After completing this course, participants will be able to:
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Identify the essential elements of an effective policy and procedure framework and explain how they support organizational governance.
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Distinguish between policy and procedure functions within a governance structure to ensure clarity and accountability.
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Apply key steps for developing, documenting, and maintaining policies that align with strategic and regulatory requirements.
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Evaluate the effectiveness of existing policies and procedures and recommend improvements to enhance compliance and operational consistency.
What happens after enrollment
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Immediate payment via secure Stripe checkout
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Automatic course access provided via our Learning Platform
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Self-study format — complete at your own pace
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Certificate of completion issued upon successful completion
Secure Checkout
✔ Secure payment via Stripe ✔ NASBA QAS Self-Study ✔ Certificate issued automatically
Save $85 by getting this course plus 4 others with the Starter Pack
Designed for
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CPAs in public accounting, industry, and internal audit
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Professionals completing annual or rolling CPE requirements
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Those who prefer self-study over live webinars
What’s included
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1 NASBA QAS-approved self-study courses
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IInstant access on desktop or mobile - start immediately after purchase
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30-day refund available if the course has not been completed