Upcoming Compliance and Governance Events [Compliance Week]

A list of upcoming GRC events compiled by Compliance Week Researcher Katherine McCracken follows. For registration information, additional details, and the full 2011 schedule, please go to www.complianceweek. com and select "Industry Event Calendar" from the CW toolbar.

NOVEMBER

November 1-3

THE GRC SUMMIT

The Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance Summit, presented by the Global Strategic Management Institute, offers four tracks: enterprise risk management; IT GRC; compliance, regulation, and legal; and finance and audit. These comprehensive workshops will help attendees develop an integrated control framework that weaves together people, process, strategy and technology, add value to your organization through enhanced operational decision-making and strategic planning, and discover best practices presented by a cross-section of industry thought leaders and expert case studies. Join the conversation by getting involved with GSMI's interactive topic table discussions and speed networking activity and focus on your core area of expertise.

Boston, MA

http://thegrcsummit.com/

November 3-4

SOFT SKILLS IN

This professional training course from Marcus Evans Professional Training will focus on the evolution of the internal auditors' role including how to improve inter-personal skills to maximize contributions to your organization. Because the course is limited to 12 trainees, they will benefit from learning the tools and techniques to become an effective value-added internal consultant, while still keeping the role of the trusted monitor of internal control. The classroom-style learning environment will allow attendees to challenge the ideas, opinions, and practices of their peers. Chicago, IL

http://www.marcusevanspt -us .com/ professional-training-course-details. asp?RecID=675&courseID=&LangID=

Nov. 4

SOUTHWEST REGIONAL COMPLIANCE CONFERENCE

This Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics conference provides a forum to interact with local compliance professionals and share information about challenges and successes within the compliance industry. Attendees will learn about current regulatory requirements, government enforcement initiatives, and the management of effective compliance programs, and meet and network with other compliance professionals locally.

Houston, TX

http://community.corporatecompliance.org/Home/

November 6-9

AFP ANNUAL CONFERENCE

The Association for Financial Professionals hosts this event at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center this year. The conference will offer the latest trends in treasury and finance practices, case studies and, with more than 6,000 treasury and finance professionals attending, valuable networking opportunities. Featuring a keynote speech by President Bill Clinton.

Boston, MA

http://www.afpconference.org/

November 6-9

2011 CRA & FAIR LENDING COLLOQUIUM

The 15th Annual CRA & Fair Lending Colloquium is a consumer compliance event with opportunities to speak with experts in CRA, HMDA, and fair lending about the latest trends, changes to the regulatory environment, and strategies for success. Learn about the latest regulatory changes, understand the impact of new enforcement initiatives and testing measures, and prepare your institution to manage compliance obligations and reduce risk.

Baltimore, MD

http://www.cracolloquium.com/

Nov. 7-10

COMPLIANCE & ETHICS ACADEMY

The SCCE Compliance Academy is a fourday intensive training course in the fundamentals of managing compliance and ethics programs. The Academy follows the Seven Elements Approach and is a preparation course for the Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional exam. Topics addressed include standards, policies, and procedures; program administration; communication education and training; monitoring, auditing, and internal reporting systems; internal investigations, and more. The Academy is designed for participants with a general knowledge of compliance concepts and anyone working in a compliance function.

San Francisco, CA

http://www.corporatecompliance.org//AM/ Template.cfm?Section=Home

Nov. 10-11

HOW TO CONDUCT EFFECTIVE INTERNAL INVESTIGATIONS

A well-conducted internal investigation can help compliance and ethics officers quickly find and fix problems. A poorly conducted one can lead to morale issues, lost faith in the company's integrity, and even litigation. This intensive educational program, taught by experienced compliance professionals, will cover the critical components that compliance and ethics officers need to know to conduct effective internal investigations.

San Francisco, CA

http://www.internalinvestigations.org/

Nov. 13-15

AUDIT COMMITTEES IN A NEW ERA OF GOVERNANCE

This Harvard Business School program prepares audit committee members and chief financial officers to operate effectively in a strained credit environment amid complex new accounting regulations. Attendees will learn to identify and address the unique challenges- and the rare opportunities-arising from the current regulatory climate.

Boston, MA

http://www.exed.hbs.edu/programs/ac/ Pages/default.aspx

Nov. 16-17

MIS TRAINING INSTITUTE : CLOUD SECURITY ALLIANCE CONGRESS 2011

Presented by the Cloud Security Alliance and the MIS Training Institute, the Second Annual Cloud Security Alliance Congress will provide practical solutions for managing the transition to the cloud and implementing security as a key component rather than an afterthought of this transition. It will provide insight on the models and architectures, the controls and real 'nuts and bolts' of what must be done to secure cloud computing.

Orlando, FL

http://www.misti.com/

DECEMBER

Dec. 5-9

ISACA TRAINING WEEK

ISACA Training Week is an educational event designed to provide the tools you need to maintain, update, and upgrade your skills, and to continue your professional development. Training week courses use a combination of lecture, class discussion, group exercises, and case studies to explore aspects of IT assurance, audit, governance, and security. Attendees will learn about proven strategies and techniques based upon best practices and lessons learned from the ISACA community.

Scottsdale, AZ

https://www.isaca.org/Education/Upcoming- Events/Pages/Training-Week-Scottsdale- Arizona-USA.aspx

Dec. 6

IC AND SOX COMPLIANCE

This seminar from Corporate Compliance Seminars provides a complete overview of a sustainable internal control framework. This knowledge can be used by organizations to derive additional value from the improvement of their internal control framework. The value is created by leveraging the knowledge base built during the assessment process, documentation development, controls testing, and the relationships defined across governance processes and business operations to create measurable value.Three areas of particular focus in the seminar are value enhancement of governance controls, topdown risk management, and keeping business process and activity controls in their proper context.

Houston, TX

http://www.compliance-seminars.com/ICUsing- COSO-Framework.asp

Dec. 6-7

GOVERNANCE , RISK & COMPLIANCE 2011

Topics to be presented at this event from the MIS Training Institute include maximizing your utilization of the audit committee and executive management in GRC; using generally accepted recordkeeping principles to support auditing, risk, and compliance; extending GRC to vendor management; GRC best practices for 2012; and more.

New York, NY

http://www.misti.com/default.asp?page=65 &Return=70&ProductID=7467

Dec. 6-7

FASB UPDATE

Thoroughly familiarize yourself with the latest accounting and reporting requirements under FASB. Key topics include: leasing, revenue recognition, business combinations, disclosure requirements, and much more.

Las Vegas, NV

http://www.cvent.com/events/fasb-updatein- las-vegas/event-summary-d867aa189b- 504d80a6cbe2f2906d995f.aspx

Dec. 7

IT GENERAL CONTROLS

This seminar, from Corporate Compliance Seminars, is designed to provide an overview of the specific activities performed by persons or systems designed to ensure that business objectives are met. IT general controls are a subset of an entity's internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR). The control objectives within information technology relate to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data. Attendees will understand risk assessment in the selection of IT general controls and review the major quality control methodologies that meet the standards.

Houston, TX

http://www.compliance-seminars.com/ICUsing- COSO-Framework.asp

Dec. 12-13

SEC CONFERENCE : AN ACCOUNTING & REPORTING UPDATE FOR PUBLIC COMPANIES

This two-day conference from the Center for Professional Education will help keep you current in SEC accounting and reporting developments. The event features networking opportunities and an overview of new government regulations. Topics include: proxy rules in the age of Dodd-Frank, FASB/IASB projects update, business disclosures, SEC enforcement issues, and more.

New York, NY

http://www.cpeonline.com/conferences

Dec. 12-15

2011 DERIVATIVES ACCOUNTING BOOT CAMP

This CPE workshop takes you through the often complex rules for derivatives accounting, giving you the confidence to manage journal entries, financial statement geography, derivatives accounting, and more.

Houston, TX

http://www.cpeonline.com/conferences

JANUARY

Jan. 8-11

DRIVING CORPORATE PERFORMANCE

Harvard Business School, in partnership with Guanghua School of Management, jointly offer Driving Corporate Performance- China. You will learn to design, implement, and manage systems that enhance value, even under challenging circumstances, and to master valuable tools and techniques used by successful organizations to manage cost and performance, particularly in turbulent times. Topics include implementing strategy, achieving breakthrough performance, and managing risk.

Shanghai, China

http://www.exed.hbs.edu/programs/dcpch/ Pages/default.aspx

Jan. 29 - Feb. 4

FINANCE FOR SENIOR EXECUTIVES

This week-long leadership training program from Harvard Business School provides critical insight into the strategic-level of corporate finance by examining the techniques of successful companies worldwide. Topics to be covered include capital markets and investment opportunities, cash flow, and more.

Boston, MA

http://www.exed.hbs.edu/programs/fse/ Pages/default.aspx