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ACPEN: Ethical Situations – What to do When?, featuring Allison McLeod and Don Minges
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TBD
1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Intentions versus results. Is using the ‘Threats Based Approach’ always the best? What is, “The clean hands rule,” and how does it apply to Ethics? Situations where Ethics is not black-and-white.
ACPEN: K2's Stop Wasting Time In Excel
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
New Excel features that can enhance your efficiency, accuracy, and productivity Legacy Excel features that can save you time Options for integrating AI into Excel Data manipulation features in Excel
ACPEN: SAS 145: Modern Risk-Based Auditing
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Introducing SAS 145 Revisiting audit risk Risk assessment in the SAS 145 Era Analyzing SAS 145 Documentation requirements
ACPEN: Strategic CFO – Developing Strategy and the Why
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
What strategy really means and who is involved in developing it Common reasons strategic plans fail and how to avoid them Cost leadership, differentiation, and niche strategies Using metrics, KPIs, and the Balanced Scorecard to measure success The role of non-financial drivers in financial performance Benchmarking and competitive analysis Aligning mission, culture, and strategy Case discussions on strategy execution and performance measurement
Professional Ethical Considerations for CPAs
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Core principles of any Code of Professional Conduct applicable to all CPAs, including conflicts of interest, preparing and reporting information, competence, confidential information, and moreThe importance of maintaining independence for CPAs in public practice, especially when also performing nonattest services for the attest client Comparing and contrasting various ethical standards, including those promulgated by the AICPA, PCAOB, and international bodies
Tax Update: "One Big Beautiful Bill"
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Individual Taxation: Child Tax Credit expansion and additional senior deduction SALT cap extensionIncome & Adjustments: Tip income exclusion, overtime relief, educator expensesEducation Incentives: Student loan discharge, 529 plan expansion, new “TRUMP Accounts”Business Taxation: Bonus depreciation, 199A expansion, interest deduction limitsEstate & Gift Tax: Increased exemption threshold, charitable deduction changesCompliance & Reporting: 1099-K, 1099-NEC and 1099-MISC threshold changes
ACPEN: Avoiding Peer Review Deficiencies and Professional Liability in Public Accounting
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TBD
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
Differentiating risks faced when performing various levels of professional services, such as audits, reviews, compilations, preparing financial statements, bookkeeping, tax return preparation, and similar Best practices for preventing quality control concerns that could lead to peer review deficiencies or malpractice claims Establishing an understanding with the client to minimize misunderstandings as to the nature and scope of engagements Explain situations when independence should be appropriately safeguarded when performing nonattest services
The Current and Future Landscape of Audit Technology
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TBD
0.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Explore the transformative impact of technology on the audit profession in this forward-looking courseGain practical insights into cutting-edge tools and trends, including data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and automationNavigate the evolving audit landscape with confidence and adaptability
ACPEN: Revenue Recognition - Topic 606 Disclosures
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TBD
1.2 Credits
Member Price: $39
Revenue Recognition Accounting
ACPEN: Accounting & Auditing for Cryptocurrency
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TBD
1.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Accounting and auditing issues related to cryptocurrency ASU 2023-08 and related FASB developments FASB discussions, Invitation to Comment, and research agenda updates Case study application of cryptocurrency accounting guidance Accounting for cryptocurrency transactions and balances Audit considerations for cryptocurrency engagements
ACPEN: HR Investigations – Episode 2 – Interview Techniques
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Interview terminology Types of questions Levels of listening Verbal and nonverbal communications Documenting results
The Bookkeeper Goes to Prison
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this class include:Career choicesEthical dilemmasJudicial proceedingsMitigation strategiesCreating tools to help make better decisionsAtonement and reconciliation
ACPEN: Measuring Audit Risks
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TBD
3.0 Credits
Member Price: $109
Audit Risk Material Misstatement Error vs. Fraud Risk Assessment Audit Documentation Audit Procedures Auditing Standards
ACPEN: Everything You Need to Know About the Pass-Through Entity Rules: IRC §199A The Code and Regulations
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TBD
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
Understanding the term “QBI” (qualified business income) Understanding the terms “SSTB” (specified service trade or business) Understanding the term “QTB” (qualified traded or business) Calculate the 199A deduction Understanding the phaseouts Understanding “aggregation” Rental property as a trade or business Identify how your clients can maximize the deduction Planning ideas Understand the Section 199A Regulations
Business Partnerships: Managing Supplier Relationships
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TBD
1.0 Credits
Member Price: $55
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Overview of supplier contractsCase studies of successful and not-so-successful supplier relationshipsRisk potentials
ACPEN: ESG 101: What is Environmental, Social and Governance?
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $95
Environmental, Social and Governance concepts in today’s world Areas of accountability for ESG How ESG impacts Financial Reporting
ACPEN: The Role of Internal Control in the Risk-Based Audit
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TBD
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
Specific matters auditors should consider when obtaining and documenting an understanding of the client's internal control system Development of a tailored audit approach that considers the potential reliance on internal controls Guidance for establishing an adequate basis for reliance on internal controls of less formal, smaller clients
Resistance to Resilience: Strive for Tech Change Acceptance
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TBD
0.0 Credits
Member Price: $55
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Resistance to resilience in embracing new technologiesOvercoming barriers and ensuring successful implementationCutting-edge audit technologies, including AI, data analytics, and automationInsights into the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM)
ACPEN: The Head and Heart of Ethics - Featuring Bob Mims and Don Minges
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TBD
1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
The difficult trade-offs in making choices. Functioning in the ‘gray’ areas. The value of trust. How lack of accountability can lead to ethical issues.
ACPEN: K2's Introducing Artificial Intelligence To Human Resources Pros
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TBD
1.2 Credits
Member Price: $39
How to get started with AI Today's major AI platforms How to use AI tools AI risks that we must manage