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Forensic Accounting: Court Approved Methods of Proof
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0.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:The role of methods of proof in forensic accounting.The various types of methods of proof approved by the courts.The weakness and strengths of the methods of proof.The formulas in calculating methods of proof.Applying the formulas in various circumstances.
ACPEN: K2’s Business Intelligence, Featuring Microsoft’s Power BI Tools
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8.0 Credits
Member Price: $250
The importance of Business Intelligence in today's business climate Differentiating between Power BI licensing options A hands-on approach to creating effective Power BI reports and dashboards
S Corporations: Comprehensive walk through of Form 1120S
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8.0 Credits
Member Price: $239
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Subchapter S status election and compliance requirementsRelief for late Form 2553 filings under Rev. Proc. 2022-19Comparison of Rev. Proc. 2022-19 and Rev. Proc. 2023-3I.R.C. §1361 and §1362 analysis for S Corporation electionsCorporate governance and formalities complianceShareholder stock and debt basis rulesBuilt-in capital gains and other aspects of Form 1120SSchedules K-1, K-2, and K-3 preparation and reporting requirementsOfficer reasonable compensation: requirements, advisory strategies, and audit defensesS Corporation eligibility errors and corrective measures
AI & Accounting in Construction
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TBD
0.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Overview of AI adoption in constructionPredictive analytics and risk managementAI-integrated Building Information Modeling (BIM)Real-time compliance and financial reportingTaxation challenges in AI-driven constructionAI in project scheduling, supply chains, and quality controlRegulatory frameworks and ethical AI use in audits
Introduction to Yellow Book: 8-Credit Boot Camp
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0.0 Credits
Member Price: $239
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:The basics needed to understand what makes nonprofit and governmental accounting & auditing unique. The key financial reporting differences for governmental and nonprofit entities.The fundamentals of Yellow Book and Uniform Guidance audits.
ACPEN: Business Valuation Fundamentals
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Business Valuation Fundamentals The Objective - What type of report is needed? The Process Agreed Upon Procedures Calculation of Value Conclusion of Value Industry Sanity Checks – Would you pay or accept the value if it were your company?
ACPEN: Emerging Risks and Resilience - How Accountants and Finance Professionals are Leading the Way - Part 1 Building Organizational Resilie
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1.4 Credits
Member Price: $39
Risks Accounting Finance Economy Information Technology Data Governance
ACPEN: The AB5s of Employees and Independent Contractors
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Four ways to classify a worker IRS 20 Factors 20% Section 199A deduction Cost of misclassifying an employee Section 530 relief Game changing impact of the Dynamex case and AB5
ACPEN: Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) Domain V - Part 1
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Internal Audit Internal Controls Standards Institute of Internal Auditors
ACPEN: No Tax on Overtime: Payroll Compliance
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Overview of FLSA overtime provisions Definition of a workweek and the 40-hour threshold Time-and-a-half requirements and exclusions from overtime pay Exempt vs. nonexempt employee classifications Components of the regular rate of pay Treatment of bonuses, commissions, and other compensation Step-by-step overtime calculation examples Common compliance pitfalls and audit risk Documentation and payroll system considerations Case studies involving misclassification and miscalculation
ACPEN: The Seven High Quality Questions that Lead to Success & Solutions
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Tolerations Goal setting Gratitude Setting a 'tone' of success Priorities as a means to mindful living Reflection & Planning as tools to generate clarity & intention Connecting with the wise resource often overlooked in business models
Microsoft Copilot Deep Dive Hands-on Bootcamp for CPAs
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0.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Getting started with Microsoft CopilotTour of the Copilot app and how to use itVariety of hands-on case study examples for accounting, finance and taxProtecting your data privacy in Microsoft CopilotAdvanced Microsoft Copilot features reviewIntegration with Microsoft 365 apps
Surgent's AI and Data Ethics in Accounting
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $119
Fundamental principles of AI and data ethics Importance of ethics in AI adoption Relevance of data ethics in accounting practices Frameworks for ethical AI implementation Ethical implications of AI in auditing and accounting Maintaining independence and objectivity Ensuring professional skepticism with AI tools Addressing ethical dilemmas in AI-driven audits Algorithmic bias and fairness in AI systems Identifying and understanding algorithmic bias Strategies to ensure fairness in AI models Case studies on bias and fairness issues in accounting Regulatory requirements and guidelines Overview of national and international regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) Compliance with ethical standards in AI use Emerging guidelines from accounting bodies on AI ethics Strategies for ethical AI use in accounting Implementing ethical AI frameworks and tools Promoting transparency, accountability, and fairness Developing a culture of ethics in AI-enhanced accounting practices
Surgent's Stock vs. Asset Acquisitions of C Corporations
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $99
Advantages and disadvantages to buyer and seller of an asset acquisition and a stock acquisition Tax treatment of consulting agreements and covenants not to compete Sale of personal goodwill associated with an asset acquisition Tax consequences associated with a stock acquisition and an asset acquisition Acquisitive reorganizations Non-tax issues that must be considered when a corporation is acquired
Surgent's Unconscious Bias in the Workplace
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $99
Introduction to Unconscious Bias The “5 Things To Know” Framework Schemas and Mental Shortcuts Types of Unconscious Bias Bias in Action: Workplace Impacts Microaggressions and Language The Four Stages of Competence Strategies for Change Tools and Resources
ACPEN: Advanced IT Audit & Real-World Testing
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3.0 Credits
Member Price: $109
Information Technology General Controls (ITGC) Testing Audit Execution Workpapers
Surgent's U.S. Taxation of Foreign Corporations: A Case Study Approach
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3.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
Understand how to approach and analyze the U.S. taxation of foreign corporations Using an example, calculate tested income, Subpart F, and PFIC income inclusions for an individual and C corporation Determine how much foreign tax credit can be claimed against such income inclusions Determine how subsequent dividend distributions from the foreign corporation are taxed Calculate capital gain on the disposition of the foreign corporation Compare different outcomes and discuss the impact of Section 962 election Identify basic strategies for managing tax liabilities related to foreign corporations
ACPEN: Federal Tax Update for Individuals with Doug Van Der Aa
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
"Tax-mageddon" - the all-important impending expiration/extension/renewal of the TCJA Recent legislative, judicial, and IRS developments impacting individual taxpayers 2025 Tax rates and inflation-adjusted figures Cryptocurrency reporting and new Form 1099-DA Form 1099-K and previously unreported income Review of significant changes in individual tax forms Recent federal tax legislation, cases and rulings affecting income of individual taxpayers
ACPEN: The Essential FASB Update with Renee Rampulla
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
Hot GAAP topics Income Tax Disclosures Crypto Assets Governmental Grants Interim Reporting Lease Standard Post Implementation Review
Complete Guide to Analyze Data with Excel PivotTables
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0.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Introduction to PivotTables: Gain a solid understanding of what PivotTables are, their benefits in Excel, and how to prepare your data for creating effective PivotTables.Creating and Customizing PivotTables: Learn step-by-step how to build and format PivotTables, including filtering, sorting, and customizing layouts for optimal data analysis. Focus on Using PivotTables to Analyze Data: Explore techniques to summarize, group, and compare data with PivotTables, uncovering trends and insights for better decision-making.Advanced PivotTable Features: Discover advanced tools such as slicers, timelines, and using PowerPivot for deeper analytical capabilities. Data Visualization with PivotCharts: Learn to create PivotCharts from your PivotTables and customize them to visually present data insights effectively to stakeholders.