CPE Catalog & Events
Applying the New Expected Credit Loss Model
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Principles behind the new expectation credit loss model Acceptable methods for evaluating expected credit loss for certain financial instruments Enhanced disclosure requirements common for nonpublic entities
Thinking Like an Auditor When Preparing Your Financial Statements
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Determining an appropriate sense of quantitative and qualitative materiality Identifying the critical components of the financial statements that matter most to financial statement users Evaluating where the financial statements are most likely to contain material fraud and error, and ensuring adequate internal control and monitoring to mitigate those risks
IRS Cybersecurity Checklist
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Defining Cybersecurity and Cyber Risks Implications of Cybercrime Cyber Attack Trends Landscape of Cyberattacks Laws and Regulations Security Standards and Frameworks Cybersecurity Roadmap
Bytes, Bias, and Balance: Data Ethics for Tech-Savvy Accountants
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
AI Auditing & Accounting Yellowbook
Forgotten Managerial Accounting Tools for CPAs
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this class include:Target profit analysisBreak-even analysisRelevant costs and decision-makingStandard costs and variancesActivity-based costingSegment reporting and analysis
Leading Up: The Superpower Every Ascending Leader Needs
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
The consequences of upward leadership failure. Building credibility with your boss, Serving multiple bosses. Making the business case for your ideas.
Surgent's What Tax Practitioners Need to Know About Medicare
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $99
Eligibility for Medicare How to apply for Medicare Introduction to Parts A, B, C, and D of Medicare Payments for Parts B and D of Medicare: the higher costs imposed on higher income beneficiaries Late enrollment penalties Medicare Advantage in lieu of original Medicare The Affordable Care Act’s impact on Medicare Legislative and regulatory developments
Effective Coaching Strategies for High Performance
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $129
Coaching Effective Communication Problem Solving Use of AI as a coaching tool
Recruit. Retain. Engage. Mastering LinkedIn for HR Success
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:How to pro-actively find, identify, and connect with new candidates from various sources within LinkedIn.Best practices for organically attracting candidates to your company and team.Strategic talent networking opportunities.Essential considerations of employee advocacy and brand building using LinkedIn.Retention strategies such as promoting a positive work environment, and expanding employee recognition and engagement strategies.
Surgent's Select Estate and Life Planning Issues for the Middle-Income Client
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $159
Changes to the lifetime estate tax exemption in light of proposed regulations SECURE 2.0 updates More than 20 documents that should be reviewed that are neither a will nor trust Provisions you need in a will Trusts and other arrangements for children Durable powers of attorney for healthcare and for financial matters Realistic retirement goals Developments relative to estate tax, and the implications for planning
Operations Level Internal Control
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics covered in this course include:An overview of controls that drive proceduresConsiderations for procedural control developmentUnderstanding and controlling risk that arises when organizations change
When You Hear Hoofbeats, It May Be a Zebra
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Internal Controls Fraud Prevention Fraud Investigation
Public Procurement Basics: Protecting the People's Money
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Auditing & Accounting Yellowbook Uniform Guidance Public Procurement
The CFO Who Went to Prison
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:The importance of valuesIdentifying successEthical dilemmasMitigation strategiesCreating tools to help make better decisionsPersonal accountability strategies
K2's Improving Productivity With Microsoft 365/Office 365 Cloud Applications
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $129
Understanding the Cloud-based options available in a Microsoft 365/Office 365 environment How to use tools such as Teams, Planner, and Power Automate Storing data in SharePoint Online and OneDrive for Business
Excel Tips & Tricks for the Non-Accountant
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Understanding the workbook and worksheet environment Obtaining and utilizing data Editing and formatting The “Insert” Menu The “Page Layout” Menu The “View” Menu Selecting and using formulas Shortcuts and tricks
AI Lessons Learned for Accountants
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Introduction to AI R&D in Accounting: Why internal AI research is essential for modern firms.Theory to Practice: Moving quickly from speculative AI concepts to actionable strategies.Managing Exponential Change: Understanding the urgency of adapting to AI’s rapid evolution.Proactive AI Engagement: Conducting in-house AI benchmarks, research, and hackathons.The Dual Role in AI Development: Balancing innovation with data security and ethical responsibilities.Internal AI Tools Creation: Encouraging accountants to develop AI solutions tailored to their needs.Data Security and Cyber Threats: Addressing AI-enabled cybercrime and protecting against internal risks.Mitigating AI Misuse: Recognizing abuse patterns and implementing safe practices.Challenges in AI Integration: Handling resistance, management concerns, and rapid technological shifts.Continuous Learning and Adaptation: Building a resilient, R&D-focused AI culture in accounting.
Sticky Ethical Choices, featuring Bob Mims and Don Minges
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Why are some choices so difficult? Efficiency is not free; it has a real, large cost. The consequences of ‘pulling the trigger’ quickly How to evaluate ethical situations and remain above-board.
The Controller Function - Elevating the Role
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1.5 Credits
Member Price: $59
Accounting Finance Auditing Business Development
A Guide to Sampling - Part 1
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Auditing Yellowbook