Intercollegiate Ethics Case Competition (IECC) 2025

Friday · February 28, 2025

All students are encouraged to attend and observe the Final Round
from 1:35 PM – 2:15 PM in BU 118.

The IECC features nine teams from Ohio Universities, including CSU, each team composed of three members who will present their solutions to a unique and thought-provoking ethics case study. A panel of judges from public accounting firms and industry will evaluate their solutions. This year, during the Awards and Closing Remarks, we are honored to welcome Lynn Turner, former Chief Accountant at the SEC, as a special guest speaker joining us via Zoom. 

Research indicates that 80% of young professionals encounter significant ethical dilemmas early in their careers, which play a critical role in shaping their moral compasses. Developing the ability to recognize ethical actions and demonstrate ethical courage in any situation is essential to preparing future professionals to uphold and protect the public interest.

Participating in the IECC offers several benefits for students including: 

• Real-World Experience: Develop practical skills by tackling complex, real-world ethical challenges faced in professional settings.

• Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Enhance analytical and decision-making abilities by crafting innovative and effective solutions.

• Professional Development: Gain exposure to industry expectations and ethical standards, helping to prepare for future career challenges.

• Networking Opportunities: Connect with judges, including professionals from public accounting firms and various industries, as well as peers from other universities.

• Team Collaboration: Strengthen teamwork and communication skills by working closely with others to achieve a common goal.

Agenda

BREAKFAST AND OPENING REMARKS (Room BU220) - 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM

• WELCOME Andrew Baatz, Beta Alpa Psi Officer, CSU
• OPENING REMARKS Dr. Ben Hoffman, Interim Chair, Dept of Accounting, CSU
• REMARKS FROM THE NEO CHAPTER OF INTERNAL AUDITORS

COMPETITION ROUND ONE - 10:40 AM – 12:40 PM

POOL A (Room BU206)                     POOL B (Room BU208)

10:40 AM – 11:00 AM Team 1           10:40 AM – 11:00 AM Team 2

11:05 AM – 11:25 AM Team 3           11:05 AM – 11:25 AM Team 4

11:30 AM – 11:50 PM Team 5           11:30 AM – 11:50 PM Team 6

11:55 AM – 12:15 PM Team 7           11:55 AM – 12:15 PM Team 8

12:20 AM – 12:40 PM Team 9        

LUNCH BREAK AND JUDGES DELIBERATION (Room BU302)

• 12:45 PM – 1:30 PM
• ROUND ONE WINNERS ANNOUNCED

FINAL ROUND (Room BU118)

• Pool A Winner                    1:35 PM – 1:55 PM
• Pool B Winner                    1:55 PM - 2:15 PM

AWARDS AND CLOSING REMARKS (Room BU118) - 2:15 – 2:45 PM

  - We are honored to welcome Lynn Turner, former Chief Accountant at the SEC, as a special guest speaker joining us via Zoom.