| AGA National Audio Conference: Understanding the Importance of Soft Controls in Improving Operations |
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When: Wednesday, November 12th
Where: Office of the State Comptroller, 110 State Street, Albany or
Department of Transportation, 40 Wolf Rd. Albany
Note: An ID such as a driver license is required for entry into either building
Time: 2:00 PM to 3:50 PM
Cost: Free for AGA Members (You Must Pre-Register); $15 for non-members
CPE: 2
View "soft controls" in a way that goes beyond current accepted models. Hear why soft controls are a required component of effective management and what has made them so difficult to implement. Learn how certain research on employee motivation suggests using soft controls to recognize opportunities to improve organization performance. Discover why "soft controls" may be a misnomer and explore the concept of "behavioral controls" as a better way to detect and prevent the opportunity for fraud to occur.
To share their practical experiences in auditing and teaching about the role of soft internal controls is Mark B. Mitchell, MBA, CGFM, CIA, Audit Director, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, and Michael L. Piazza, MBA, Director of Program Development and Training for the Institute of Internal Controls.
Remember to register early: capacity is limited at both locations.
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AGA, ACFE and IIA Fall Fraud Seminar |
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When: Monday, November 24th and Tuesday, November 25th
Where: Holiday Inn, 205 Wolf Rd., Albany
Time: 8:15 to 4:30 PM each day
Cost: One Day: $125 for AGA, ACFE and IIA Members; $225 for Non-Members;
Two Days: $225 for AGA, ACFE and IIA Members; $325 for Non-Members
CPE: 8 per day
Join us for this information packed annual fraud seminar that has been expanded to two days. You can choose to attend one or both days, and we offer a $25 discount if you register early.
Listen to several influential speakers discuss: the culture of ethics and how to avoid conflicts of interest; the importance of being inquisitive and asking yourself the question, "does that answer really make sense?"; why anyone can commit fraud and under the right circumstances will; and the fundamentals of fraud detection and investigation, including defining fraud theory, defining the elements of fraud, conducting a comprehensive fraud examination, interviewing skills, report writing, and the importance of evidence.
In addition, we will be raffling many prizes with all proceeds benefiting the Regional Food Bank.Special Offer:
Special Offer:
$25 Discount if payment is received by November 12th! |
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| Community Service Event: Project Equinox |
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When: Monday, November 24th
Where: Empire State Plaza, Albany
Time: 5:45 PM to 8:00 PM
Project Equinox takes place Thanksgiving week every year right out of the Empire State Plaza. 7,500 meals are prepared and then delivered by volunteers to individuals who live within a 25 mile radius of downtown Albany. On average, Project Equinox prepares and serves 8,000 pounds of turkey, 2,000 pounds of ham, 2,800 pounds of yams, 940 pies, 625 dozen dinner rolls, 48 gallons of cider and 19,500 pieces of fruit.
We will be volunteering our wonderful food preparation skills from 5:45pm - 8:00pm on November 24, 2008. Please join us for this very worthwhile cause and for an awesome opportunity to network with your fellow AGA members.
We need a total of 15 volunteers, and family members 14 years or older are welcome to attend. If you would like to volunteer or need more information, please contact Thalia Melendez at (518) 402-4324 or tmelendez@osc.state.ny.us. Thank you for your consideration!
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| AGA National Audio Conference: 21st Century Financial Managers: A New Mix of Skills and Education Levels |
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When:Wednesday, December 10th
Where: Office of the State Comptroller, 110 State Street, Albany
Time: 2:00 to 3:50 PM
Cost: Free for AGA Members; $15 for Others
CPE: 2 credits
Learn about the results of an AGA-sponsored research study and what colleges are doing to prepare students for the work force of the future. Hear about the ongoing challenges of recruitment and retention at all levels of government and how inadequate work force planning can negatively impact an operation. Learn what the drivers are of these work force changes.
Join us for this lively discussion with the speakers: John J. Radford, CGFM, CIA, CFE, Controller, State of Oregon, Member of the AGA National Executive Committee; Kenneth Smith, Ph.D., Professor, Arkinson Graduate School of Management, Willamette University; and John D. Webster, CGFM, CPA, Former Chief Financial Officer, Library of Congress, Chair of the AGA Audit Committee. |
| AGA, ACFE, IIA and ISACA Annual Holiday Luncheon |
When: Thursday, December 11th
Where: Wolfert's Roost Van Rensselaer Blvd, Albany
Time: 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM - Registration
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM - Lunch and Speaker Presentation
Cost: $10 for Members of AGA, ACFE, IIA and ISACA; $20 for Non-members;
Join your colleagues on December 11, 2008 to enjoy a delicious lunch, hear an entertaining speaker and exchange holiday greetings. Our luncheon speaker this year will be Past National AGA President and currently, AGA's Field Representative, Bobby A. Derrick, MBA, CGFM. Bobby's luncheon presentation will be "Invest in Your Future." His enthusiasm will surely inspire the holiday spirit!
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