CPE Catalog & Events
Seven Secrets of Successful Business Communication Part 2: More Powerful Presenting and Writing
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
Improve your writing and presenting skills by using a checklist Lay a solid foundation under your presentation by harnessing The Four Pillars of Confidence Clear the slide deck to make your presentation more engaging Use your non-verbal skills to present powerfully Know how to effectively respond when they say "no"
The Ethics Hour: Ethics in the Real World
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Online
1.00 Credits
The difficult trade-offs in making choices Functioning in the ‘gray’ areas The value of trust Consequences of ‘short-term it-is’ How lack of accountability can lead to ethical issues
Performance Targets That Deliver Results Without Burnout
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Online
1.20 Credits
Performance target design Target testing
Introduction to Forensic Data Analytics
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Online
2.00 Credits
Data analytics Key fraud risk management guidance documents Data analytics frameworks Leading techniques and innovations for preventing and detecting fraud
Emerging Innovations in Forensic Data Analytics, Crypto Currencies and AI, ChatGPT
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Online
2.00 Credits
AI and ChatGPT Machine learning & predictive transaction tagging Profiles of an improper or corrupt vendor payment Data Sharing Consortium and Split Learning Techniques Cryptocurrency trends and applications from an accountant's perspective
KPI Bootcamp for Small Businesses
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Online
5.00 Credits
Why measure things? The ROKS Express method Goals check - identifying your business objectives and Key Results Selecting your KPI candidates using the KPI Definition Manual Shortlisting - Picking the very best KPIs from your KPI Candidates Tuning your KPI definitions Going Live
Employment Law 101
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Online
1.00 Credits
Title VII Americans With Disabilities Act Age Discrimination in Employment Act Family Medical Leave Act Fair Labor Standards Act Equal Pay Act National Labor Relations Act Fair Credit Reporting Act
Are Those Independent Contractors Really Independent Contractors?
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Online
1.00 Credits
Classification of workers as employees or independent contractors
The Ethics Hour: Thinking Through Decisions and Recognizing the Consequences
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Online
1.00 Credits
The high volume of ethical decisions we face every day The true value of paying attention Understanding how each decision we make will have consequences Are you prepared for the consequences?
Data Extraction, Transformation, Validation the Right Data Sources for Analysis
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Online
2.00 Credits
Understand various data types Structured vs. unstructured data Completeness and validation testing Selecting the right data sources for the job Risks and pitfalls to avoid
Dashboard and Report Design Principles Using Excel
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Online
4.00 Credits
How to design charts for fastest possible user understanding and ease of use Review of case studies for group critique Developing a design standard for your organization Designing tables for rapid understanding and efficient space use How to use commentary, maintaining a consistent style and level of detail Using layout to support long-term memory and improve understanding The impact of trend methods on user understanding and a brief introduction to a statistically valid method for trend analysis. How to apply these techniques using Excel
The Ethics Hour: I Can't Believe This Really Happened - Real World Ethics Stories
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Online
1.00 Credits
Understanding how to make ethical choices How to solve problems compassionately Dealing with bad behavior Learning from real world situations
Aligning Analytics to COSO's Fraud Risk Management Principles
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Online
1.00 Credits
COSO Fraud Risk Management Guide Aligning data analytics considerations to an effective fraud risk management program How to implement and sustain an effective forensic data analytics program as part of an effective fraud risk management and compliance program
Gamed: Why Performance Targets and Incentives Fail and How to Fix Them
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Online
4.00 Credits
10-step ROKET-DS system, a simple structured method for designing meaningful targets and incentives which will help you ... Create targets and objectives that align with your strategy Build engagement with your target owners Test your targets and incentives rigorously for unexpected outcomes and dangerous loopholes
HR Guide to Evolving Business Strategy, Finance and Development
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Online
1.20 Credits
Corporate Culture Strategic Planning Leadership Staff Development
Giving Feedback that Delivers Results
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Online
1.20 Credits
Communicaiton Performance Reviews Feedback Management Leadership
Form 1120S - Preparation and Analysis
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Online
2.00 Credits
Understanding the definition and requirements of an S corporation, the benefits and limitations of choosing this entity type, and the eligibility requirements for shareholders Income and Deductions: Understanding the different types of income and deductions that an S corporation can have, including ordinary income, capital gains and losses, depreciation, and expenses. Shareholder Basis: Understanding the shareholder’s basis in the S corporation, how to calculate it, and the impact of distributions on the basis. Reporting Requirements: Understanding the different reporting requirements for Form 1120S, including Schedule K-1, Schedule L, Schedule M-2, and Schedule M-3 Tax Planning: Understanding the tax planning strategies available to S Corporations and their shareholders, including tax deferral, income shifting, and tax-free reorganizations
Business Consulting for CPAs
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Online
4.00 Credits
What is Business Consulting? Identify the types of Management services your firm could offer. How to become the trusted advisor – identification of client’s needs? Learn how client expectations may create different performance and understanding levels for CPAs in business consulting engagements. Know what it takes to create a valuable outcome for the client. Understand the competitive advantages/disadvantages that your firm has versus non-CPA business consultants. Learn techniques to become a more effective consultant. Professional standards application
Social Media: The Bare Necessities
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Online
1.00 Credits
Communication Social Media Marketing Publicity Public Relations Business Strategy
Giving Feedback that Delivers Results
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Online
1.20 Credits
Communicaiton Performance Reviews Feedback Management Leadership