University of Johannesburg: EY Ethical Ambassador for Auditing and Ethics 200

The University of Johannesburg offers a practical project for students in Auditing and Ethics 200. The EY Ethical Ambassador project links classroom learning to real professional expectations. Students will address ethical dilemmas, work in teams, and present to industry representatives.

Project overview

The project starts on 28 August. Students use the project week from 8 to 12 September to work on their cases. Groups submit presentations on 12 September at 09:00 on Moodle. The top 10 groups present at EY offices in Sandton on 9 October.

Learning goals

• Apply ethical frameworks to real dilemmas.
• Develop teamwork skills in groups of 9 to 10.
• Present a clear, evidence based argument in a 12 minute PowerPoint.
• Ensure every member presents at least one slide.

Assessment and credit

This project contributes 7% toward the year mark for the module. The mark reflects teamwork, analysis, and presentation quality. Use reliable sources, cite professional codes of conduct, and link arguments to auditing standards.

Task details

Students will form groups of 9 to 10. Each group prepares a 12 minute PowerPoint presentation. Every student will present at least one slide. The presentation must state the ethical dilemma. It must evaluate options. It must recommend a professional course of action with reasoning and references.

Why this matters for your future

Ethical skills matter in auditing and accountancy. Employers expect graduates who make sound professional choices. Ethical failures damage public trust and lead to legal and career consequences. This project exposes you to decision points you will face at work. It builds judgement and professional confidence.

Benefits of the EY partnership

Partnering with EY offers industry exposure. Finalists present at EY offices in Sandton. You will meet auditors and managers who follow strict professional standards. This environment helps you understand employer expectations and raises your professional profile.

Skills you will strengthen

• Critical analysis of ethical issues.
• Clear and concise oral communication.
• Collaborative problem solving in large teams.
• Time management and meeting formal deadlines.

How to prepare

Assign roles early. Divide research tasks. Draft slides with evidence based points. Practice your 12 minute run. Each student must rehearse their slide until they present it confidently. Use professional references such as the auditing standards, university texts, and EY guidance where relevant.

Submission checklist

• One PowerPoint file uploaded to Moodle by 09:00 on 12 September.
• Slide deck limited to material that fits a 12 minute schedule.
• Cite professional codes and sources on a reference slide.
• Confirm every member has a speaking slot.

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Authoritativeness and trust

This article uses information from the Department of Accountancy at the University of Johannesburg and the project brief for Auditing and Ethics 200. For accuracy refer to your module outline and Moodle notices. For questions contact your module coordinator or the Department of Accountancy office.

Published by the Department of Accountancy. Edited for clarity and web publishing.