CPE Catalog & Events
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
GASB 96 -SBITA, GASB 94 P3, and GASB 87 Leases (Year 2)
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Online
2.00 Credits
Requirements of GASB 96, GASB 94, and GASB 87 Implementation of GASB 96, 94 and 87
Motivating the Right Way - Get the Most From Your Staff!
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Online
2.00 Credits
The issues and alternatives of motivation.Why many motivation tactics consistently failHow to change your motivation tactics to enhance performanceThe three things that every professional wantsThe new science of effective motivationHow to motivate people todayAn action plan to enhance motivation
Surgent's Mastering the Basics of Inventory Accounting
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Online
4.00 Credits
Elements of inventory cost and full-absorption costing Valuation methodologies, including LIFO, FIFO, weighted average, and specific identification Obsolescence reserves LIFO accounting Differences between book and tax cost capitalization and related income tax accounting Retail inventory valuation methodology Physical inventory observation approaches Accounting issues related to consigned inventory Other challenging issues related to inventory accounting
How SAS Nos. 134-145 Improve Risk-Based Audits
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Online
4.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Key changes to audit report elements intended to improve the understandability of the nature and results of financial statement auditsEnhanced required by-product communications with management and those charged with governance to promote more reliable financial statementsClarifications related to obtaining sufficient and appropriate audit evidence, including significant unusual transactions, related parties, going concern uncertainty, and accounting estimatesNew definitions and requirements related to identifying and evaluating risks of material misstatementOther important matters contained in SAS Nos. 134-145
Implementing and Maintaining an Internal Control System
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Online
8.00 Credits
The major topics covered in this course include:Control creation and implementation basicsImplementation and update procedures for an Internal Control systemMaintaining existing internal controls
Surgent's Industry Accountant Key Performance Metrics
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Online
8.00 Credits
Key tools used by businesses and financial professionals across the globe to measure performance Detailed, real-world examples of businesses utilizing these tools
Online Fraud Aimed at Individuals That Can Affect a Company
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Online
2.00 Credits
The major topics covered in this course include:Types of fraud that targets individualsHow organizations can work to reduce risk for workers
Leading in Exponential Times
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Virtual
1.00 Credits
The 5 C's of leading during exponential times Harness the powerful trends of the Fourth Industrial Revolution accelerated by the pandemic Learn about the skills you will need to thrive in a world of exponentials Create a winning culture that can thrive in the VUCA world Become a proactive future-focused leader that drives transformation and avoids disruption
Financial Acumen for the HR Professional
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Online
1.20 Credits
Financial Statement Insight Trend Analysis Financial Benchmarks
The Controllership Series - The Financial Close Process
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Online
1.50 Credits
Accounting Finance Financial Statements
Preparing to be a Forensic Accountant - Focus on Digital Forensics
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Online
1.80 Credits
Forensic Accounting Accounting Auditing Finance
Starting a Fraud Investigation
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Online
2.00 Credits
The major topics covered in this class include:Assembling the fraud investigation teamManaging and supervising staffObtaining and managing evidenceBackground checksPublic records searchesDigital data analysisInterviewing techniques
Surgent's Establishing State Residency and Saving Your Clients Money
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Online
2.00 Credits
Typical provisions in state statutes regarding domicile and residency In depth analysis of domicile and residency definitions Issues regarding one’s permanent abode Analysis of jurisdiction where taxpayer has the greatest connections Detailed discussion of criteria used to establish domicile and residency
Creating a Culture of Trust in a Fraud-filled World
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Online
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Discuss why fraudsters are becoming more brazen, how you protect yourself and your organization.Consider the concept of trust and how can you establish real trust within your organization.Discuss the pressures that cause CPAs to cross the line. What are the ethical principles that CPAs are required to follow? Who is responsible for fraud prevention?
Governmental Accounting 101
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Online
2.00 Credits
Fund Types Budgetary Accounting Financial Reporting Requirements Single Audit Act Audit Standards and Procedures Best Practices in Governmental Accounting
Audit 207: Sampling - Avoiding Common Mistakes on Audits
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Online
2.00 Credits
The major topics covered in this course include:Types of sampling and sampling riskDifferentiating statistical and nonstatistical sampling approachesAttribute testing for tests of controls and complianceVariables sampling for substantive audit assurance when performing tests of detailsDetermining sample sizes in a compliance audit in conformance with Uniform Guidance
Surgent's Marijuana: A Generalized Business Viewpoint
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Online
2.00 Credits
An overview of current state and federal laws governing marijuana A review of state boards of accountancy regarding marijuana How some financial professionals are capitalizing on the marijuana industry Providing auditing and tax services within the marijuana industry How accountants and other financial professionals can manage risk within this industry IRC Section 280E’s prohibition of deductions involving controlled substances A summary of various state taxation laws on marijuana Ethical issues for accountants who work in the marijuana industry Relevant banking regulations Growth projections
Yellow Book Independence and Single Audit Fundamentals
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Online
4.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:The conceptual framework approach to independenceIndependence threats related to preparing financial statements and accounting recordsConsideration of specific non-audit services that would and would not impair independenceDocumentation necessary to support adequate consideration of auditor considerationFundamentals of a compliance audit performed under the Uniform GuidanceSchedule of expenditure of federal awardsDetermination of major programsUsing the Compliance Supplement Uniform Guidance administrative requirements and cost principles Testing internal control over complianceTesting complianceWriting an audit findingReporting requirements of a single audit