Introduction

Every file, client record, and email you send holds sensitive financial data — and cybercriminals know it. This session shows you how to protect your systems, secure client trust, and stay one step ahead of data breaches, scams, and ransomware attacks.

Category: Technology and Steward

Channel 2: Growth

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Information

Available from: 5 December 2025, 09:00

Format: Webinar

CPD Units: 3

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What will set you apart

By attending this webinar you will gain the following competencies:

• Understand the biggest cybersecurity threats facing accounting and finance teams
• Learn how hackers target small firms and what simple defences stop them
• Secure client data across emails, devices, and cloud platforms
• Build habits that reduce risk — passwords, backups, and user access control
• Recognise phishing and social engineering tactics before it’s too late
• Create a practical cybersecurity checklist for your practice or business

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Certificate

The following event is awarded 3 CPD units in Technology and Steward.

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Presenter

Dr. Cornelie Crous, CA(SA)

Senior Lecturer | Researcher | Chartered Accountant

Dr. Cornelie Crous is a Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))) and Senior Lecturer at the University of the Free State (UFS) Business School, with over 20 years of experience in finance, corporate governance, and higher education. She is known for her expertise in strategic financial planning, risk management, and digital transformation in both academic and business environments.

As a dedicated researcher and educator, Dr. Crous has supervised numerous Master’s and PhD students and has led initiatives to improve financial efficiency and governance in education. Her research focuses on corporate reporting, sustainability, and business ethics, with her work published in leading academic journals.

Dr. Crous collaborates with international institutions and serves as a research reviewer and ethics committee chair, ensuring high standards in academic and corporate governance. Her ability to bridge finance, education, and strategy makes her a respected leader in her field.

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