CPE Catalog & Events
Synchronize Your Files to the Cloud with SharePoint -Updated
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this course include:Overview of the OneDrive Sync app functionalityStep-by-step review and demonstration of how to deploy this appInstalling the Sync app on your local devicesConfiguring the files and folders to synchronize toy your local deviceManage the locally stored filesBest practice tips for using the Sync app and avoiding common mistakes
The Best Federal Tax Update Course by Surgent
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8.0 Credits
Member Price: $299
Congressional Budget Reconciliation Process - explore how this powerful legislative tool allows Congress to fast track tax law changes and how it could be used to enact significant tax reforms in the current political climate President Trump's tax proposals - review key components of President Trump's tax agenda, including a tip income exemption, overtime pay relief, Social Security tax exemption, auto loan interest deductibility, SALT deduction modifications, a lower corporate tax rate, restoration of 100% bonus depreciation, immediate R&D expensing, and permanent extension of select TCJA provisions Potential expiration of select TCJA provisions - understand the implications for individual and business taxpayers as key provisions of the TCJA approach sunset dates Tariff policy and implementation - analyze the use of tariffs as a fiscal and trade policy tool Digital assets and tax implications - understand the new Form 1099-DA for reporting digital asset transactions, along with updated IRS guidance on cryptocurrencies, NFTs, and broker responsibilities Artificial intelligence - discover how AI and generative tools are transforming tax practices, as well as how the IRS is leveraging AI to enhance audit selection Form 1099-K reporting requirements - understand the evolving IRS thresholds and rules for third-party payment platforms Sale of Passthrough Entity Interests and Net Investment Income Tax - analyze the tax implications of selling interests in passthrough entities, including relevant examples, and how the Net Investment Income Tax (NIIT) applies to these transactions The Gig Economy - examine key tax implications for gig workers, including Independent Contractor vs. Employee classification challenges, reporting responsibilities, and the impact of the 2024 Department of Labor Final Rule on worker status Timely coverage of breaking tax legislation Practice aids, including all the numbers applicable for the current year -- inflation-adjusted amounts, mileage rates, retirement contributions, and more Advanced practice, reporting, and other issues intertwined with advanced planning and discussion ideas
K2's Time To Advance Automation - Strategies And Tools For Efficiency
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Advanced Automation Strategies: Best practices for starting or enhancing your automation journey Key Tools for Automation: Exploring the latest features in Zoho, Zapier, Microsoft, and other tools Practical Automation in Finance: Automating tasks in accounts payable, banking, and approval workflows Navigating Common Pitfalls: Identifying and avoiding typical obstacles in automation projects
Noble Leadership: An Ethical Approach
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Leadership DefinitionVirtue EthicsRelationship of Virtue Ethics to LeadershipCharacteristics of the Noble LeaderActions to create a culture of respect and dignity
Forensic Accounting: When The Office Is A Crime Scene
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics covered in this class include:A step-by-step process from the initial client phone call to you writing a report of your findings for any civil or criminal actions that may be pursuedHow to advise your client in approaching an allegation of embezzlementWhat pitfalls may arise in finding the truthThe best practices to ensure that the evidence is preserved properly for potential civil or criminal actions
ACPEN Signature 2025-2026: Business Fraud Update and Managing the Risk of Fraud
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8.0 Credits
Member Price: $250
Business Fraud Fraud Risk Management and Fraud Risk Assessments Data Analytics and Digital Analysis Providing Forensic Services Conducting Investigations
2025 Not-for-Profit GAAP Update
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Accounting Standard Updates issued by the FASB.Not-for-Profit Advisory Committee (NAC) and the projects they are advising the FASB on.
K2's Harnessing ChatGPT - Unlocking Professional Efficiency
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Leveraging prompt engineering in ChatGPT for various accounting tasks Exploring the applications and limitations of ChatGPT in accounting Empowering efficiency for everyday accounting tasks
Financial Acumen for Today's HR Leader
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Financial Statement Insight Trend Analysis Financial Benchmarks
Supporting Mental Wellness to Thrive in Work and Life
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Understanding Mental Wellness: Explore how the brain functions and the connection between mental and physical wellness. Learn how stress impacts brain health and overall well-being.Practical Strategies for Balanced Living: Discover techniques for improving sleep, nutrition, and physical activity to support mental wellness. Learn the importance of setting boundaries, fostering open communication, and building meaningful connections.Recognizing and Managing Support Needs: Identify when to seek additional support and learn how to integrate self-care practices that promote sustainable mental and emotional health.
Surgent's Performing an Effective Audit Risk Assessment
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $159
Audit process and planning Materiality, performance materiality, and tolerable misstatement Assessing the risk of material misstatement Understanding internal controls and when the auditor must evaluate the design and implementation of internal controls Designing procedures to test the effectiveness of controls Issues noted related to performing substantive procedures Documentation Communication with the Client and Governance
The Art of Engaging in Difficult Conversations
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major subjects that will be covered in this course include:Awareness of your mindset entering the conversationTactics to build a pool of meaningClarity around story tellingBiggest mistakes to avoid
Seeing Beyond the Numbers: Analysis for CFOs & Controllers
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Purpose of Financial Statement AnalysisComparing Actuals vs. Expectations & BenchmarkingCase Studies 1 & 2Ratio AnalysisCase Study 3Analysis of Statement of Cash FlowsCase Studies 4 & 5Other Uses of Ratios
Analyzing Financial Statements
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Balance sheet analysisIncome statement analysisCash flow statement analysisClues in the notes and MD&AIndustry nuances
K2's Microsoft Teams
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TBD
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $129
Understanding the Teams platform Communicating and collaborating in Teams Adding applications and services to Teams Extending Teams to individuals outside your organization
Talk This Way - Communication Skills for the CPA
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this course include:Pervasive best practices for effective communicationSpecific strategies for written materialsUnique considerations for verbal presentationsThe importance of recursive revisionTips for successPitfalls to avoid
K2'S Top Tech Productivity Tips And Tricks
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Microsoft 365 tricks and tips Best practices for virtual meetings Productivity-enhancing apps and tools that you should consider using
Adobe Acrobat Tips for Working with PDF Files
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Review of all that Adobe Acrobat has to offerOrganizing your PDFs with bookmarks, links, file attachments and moreFormatting the presentation of PDFs with headers, footers and watermarksCreating and processing fillable formsProcessing documents for e-signatureTips for converting email messages, documents and spreadsheets into PDF formatCombining multiple PDF files into a single binder Utilizing the security features of Adobe Acrobat to protect document confidentiality
Advanced ChatGPT 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 ChatGPT and its Applications in Accounting.Custom Instructions (CI) for Persistent Context in Financial Conversations.Analyzing Financial Statements and News Releases using ChatGPT.Exploring Business Opportunities through Hyper-Local and Sectoral Analysis.Advanced Data Analysis for Financial Comparisons and Capital Asset Audits.Image Analysis for Asset, Space, and User Interface Design.Voice Interaction with ChatGPT for Enhanced User Experience and Accessibility.
An Ethical Approach to Mental Health Issues at Work
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this class include:Virtue Ethics and Mental HealthDefinition, Myths and Bias of Mental HealthSuicide: Facts and ResourcesRecognizing signs of potential mental health challengesEmpathy and ListeningMental Health and Generational ExpectationsBecoming a Mental Health Ally