CPE Catalog
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Accounting for digital assets under US GAAP: Derivatives and mining
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Online
2.00 Credits
Derivatives, embedded derivatives and mining (Bold) Complexities with digital assets increase when you move away from the fundamentals and start evaluating contracts to determine if they involve derivatives or have embedded derivatives. In addition, recording mining revenue has many unique considerations, especially if you have questions about differences related to transaction fees and block rewards or if you or your client are mining independently or within a mining pool. Part three of a series (bold) This webcast is part three of a series that will bring to life the content incorporated in the AICPA practice aid Accounting for and Auditing of Digital Assets. This webcast will walk you through: A specific fact pattern when evaluating whether or not there is an embedded derivative within the contract The difference between recording revenue for transaction fees and block rewards A flow chart for determining how to recognize revenue when participating in a mining pool Add more value (bold) Whether you're a CPA working with clients or an industry accountant responsible for corporate accounting policy, this webcast will give you a clear path to help your clients or entity by applying the appropriate accounting standards to your digital asset derivative and mining activities. Detailed examples and use cases will demonstrate the real-world application of this guidance. Note: FASB issued ASU No. 2023-08, Intangibles-Goodwill and Other-Crypto Assets (Subtopic 350-60): Accounting for and Disclosure of Crypto Assets, which is effective for all entities for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024. This ASU is not yet reflected in this webcast.
2026 Washington Tax Brief
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Online
1.00 Credits
The AICPA Tax Advocacy Team in Washington, D.C., tackles the challenge of staying current with evolving tax laws. The team advocates for sound tax policy and effective tax administration. The Washington Tax Brief webcast series keeps members informed about: Key tax advocacy initiatives Proposed changes to tax law Fundamental tax reform, including recent updates to IRS regulations
EPICenter: Rising Resilient: Work-Life Insights for Emerging Leaders
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Online
1.00 Credits
As emerging leaders navigate a fast-paced professional world, integrating work and life with resilience is more important than ever. Rising Resilient offers practical insights and strategies to help early career professionals: Lead with clarity Set healthy boundaries Stay energized through change This webcast shows how to move past the myth of perfect balance and embrace a sustainable, values-driven approach to work-life integration. Through stories and actionable takeaways, you'll gain tools to thrive personally and professionally. Join us to recharge your mindset, reconnect with your purpose, and rise with resilience.
Streamlined Excel Reporting Series Session 3: PivotTables Displays and Alternatives
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Online
2.00 Credits
Essential techniques for displaying data in alternative ways You'll work alongside an expert instructor as you practice using PivotTables and exploring creative alternatives for insightful data presentation. You'll learn techniques for effective data presentation, including: Filtering and sorting data Cleaning and organizing data through text manipulation Using dynamic features to summarize and analyze large datasets Using slicers and filters for visual filtering Highlighting key Excel features through guided practice You'll walk through realistic scenarios that show alternative functions for greater data management, such as: GROUPBY PIVOTB PERCENTOF In addition, various text functions such as TEXTJOIN and TEXTSPLIT will be explained, highlighting how to concatenate and split text strings efficiently. *Session 3 is one of four individual sessions. Each session builds on the previous one, so consider watching [Streamlined Excel Reporting Series Session 4: External Data and PivotCharts](https://www.aicpa-cima.com/cpe-learning/webcast/streamlined-excel-reporting-series-session-4-external-data-and-pivotcharts) to tackle real-world issues and create powerful workbooks.*
Streamlined Excel Reporting Series Session 4: External Data and PivotCharts
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Online
2.00 Credits
Extracting data for richer insights You'll gain meaningful analysis techniques while working alongside an industry expert and knowledgeable instructor. This session begins with the GETPIVOTDATA function to enable report customization. It's a great starting point before moving on to more advanced techniques. Power Query introduction With its user-friendly interface, Power Query empowers Excel users to take the next step by enabling seamless data import and transformation. With Power Query, you will explore features, including: Getting and transforming data Loading data Managing columns Data source settings Layouts and parameters Visualizing with PivotCharts A well-designed chart can effectively illustrate data trends and comparisons. You'll learn how to create and customize PivotCharts to elevate your reports and make the data more accessible to others. *Session 4 is one of four individual sessions. Each session builds on the previous one, so consider watching all the sessions [Streamlined Excel Reporting Series](https://www.aicpa-cima.com/cpe-learning/webcast/streamlined-excel-reporting-series) to tackle real-world issues and create powerful workbooks.*
Controller Series: Technology - Must Have Excel Competencies
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Online
1.00 Credits
Excel has long been included in the accountant's toolbox. Even though Microsoft Power BI and other big data tools such as Qlik and Tableau are becoming more important, Excel is still a "must have" tool. We cover what the accountants of today should know about Excel to improve their efficiency, access data, and gain insights into the company, industry, and economy.
Auditing digital assets: Client acceptance and continuance, risk assessment, and laws regulations and related parties
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Online
2.00 Credits
Auditing entities that hold or transact digital assets (bold) Would you like to better understand the environment of digital asset transactions? Have you ever wondered if you should accept or continue a client engagement? This webcast will help you identify challenges, risks and factors to consider when deciding to accept or continue with a client who holds or transacts with digital assets. During the webcast and discussion, you will learn: The Digital Assets Working Group's mission and the process through which nonauthoritative guidance is developed What private keys are and ways to safeguard them and the digital assets to which they enable access About the rapidly evolving nature of the digital asset ecosystem that may lead to challenges when performing required procedures surrounding laws and regulations You will gain: Insight into the unique aspects of the risk assessment process when involved in the digital assets space Awareness of the pseudo-anonymous nature of digital asset transactions that may lead to challenges in performing required procedures surrounding related-party relationships and transactions with related parties You will also gain access to valuable resources: Accounting for and Auditing of Digital Assets Practice Aid Blockchain Universal Glossary Webcast: Accounting for Digital Assets under U.S. GAAP Digital Asset Resources
The AI Advantage: Leveraging AI for Efficiency and Impact
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Online
1.50 Credits
Artificial Intelligence is no longer a future concept-it's transforming the accounting and finance profession today. In this fast-paced session, discover how AI-driven tools and strategies are revolutionizing workflows, improving decision-making, and driving business impact.
Ethics in the World of AI: An Accountant's Guide to Managing the Risks
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Online
2.00 Credits
Discover "Ethics in the World of AI: A CPAs Guide to Managing Risks" - a concise 2-hour training session for certified public accountants. Karl Ahlrichs and Jennifer Elder discuss the current uses of AI in business, nine risk areas, and provide practical suggestions to address these risks effectively. Equip yourself with the tools to navigate the ethical challenges of AI, upholding professional standards while embracing transformative technology. Join us now for a journey towards ethical excellence in AI.
Annual Update for Controllers and Finance Managers: Driving Business Value
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Online
7.00 Credits
CFOs, controllers and finance managers often play a key role in driving value within an organization. Explore best practices tailored to help enhance your impact.
Auditing Digital Assets: Considerations for Valuation
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Online
1.00 Credits
Valuation remains one of the more complex areas when auditing entities that operate in the digital asset space. To support auditors in addressing these challenges, the AICPA provides targeted guidance to help navigate digital assets valuation. Based on the AICPA Practice Aid Accounting for and Auditing of Digital Assets, this webcast can help you identify relevant controls to test and potential procedures to perform specific to valuation. You'll discover: What procedures an auditor might consider when an entity measures its digital assets using prices on active markets, as well as when they measure digital assets that are thinly traded Key considerations for evaluating an entity's impairment analysis for indefinite-lived out-of-scope crypto intangible assets Audit considerations that might be relevant for an entity that recognizes realized gains and losses on sales of its digital assets
Performing Preparation, Compilation and Review Engagements
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Online
2.00 Credits
Comply With All Standards As You Prepare, Compile and Review Engagements This webcast is a go-to reference for staying in compliance with all professional standards surrounding engagements performed in accordance with Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services (SSARSs).
Building Resiliency: The Upside of Stress
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Online
1.00 Credits
The positive power of stress How we think about stress determines its effect on us. This webcast presents scientific studies and personal stories to help you rethink stress and make it work for you, not against you. Stress can increase our intellect, physical and emotional strength, and our empathy toward others, leading to greater success.
Preparation, Compilation, and Review Engagements: Update and Review
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Online
4.00 Credits
By reviewing the latest developments and issues relevant to preparation, compilation and review engagements, you'll be able to adhere to professional standards while performing these types of engagements.
AICPA Town Hall Series
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Online
1.00 Credits
The AICPA Town Hall Series delivers: Timely & Critical Information Interpretation & Analysis Firm and Business Strategies Practitioner Capabilities **Free for AICPA members Not an AICPA or CIMA member? Become one today.
Construction Contractors: Non-Revenue and Non-Lease Accounting Considerations
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Online
4.00 Credits
The construction industry stands out in its need to adhere to a diverse range of accounting standards. This course explores the essential knowledge required for success in construction accounting, as well as the key issues influencing this field. Discover the implications of recent developments for yourself, your business, or your clients. In addition, we will examine the relationship between contractors and sureties. Given the construction industry's significant and ever-expanding share of the economy, staying up to date with the latest accounting updates in this sector is critical. Note: This course does not address FASB ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers, or FASB ASC 842, Leases. The AICPA offers a companion course which focuses on revenue and lease accounting for construction contractors. See Contract Accounting and Lease Accounting and Their Impact on Construction Contractors (CCREVL).
MBAExpress: Emotional Intelligence - V 2.0
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Online
1.00 Credits
We're human. We bring our feelings to work. (bold) In this webcast, you'll learn: What emotional intelligence means How to increase your self-awareness How to better manage your professional relationships
AICPA Town Hall Series (Rebroadcast of 3/5/2026)
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Online
1.00 Credits
Each event is a rebroadcast of the live Town Hall webcast from the previous week. The AICPA Town Hall Series delivers: Timely & Critical Information Interpretation & Analysis Firm and Business Strategies Practitioner Capabilities **Free for AICPA members Not an AICPA or CIMA member? Become one today.
Current and Upcoming FASB Issues
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Online
2.00 Credits
You'll learn about current and upcoming requirements in accounting standards (except financial instruments and leases) and understand how to apply the guidance in practice.
Principles of Collaboration: Weigh in to the Buy In
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Online
1.00 Credits
In this course, Tom Hood shares why collaboration matters now, what collaboration really is, how to facilitate collaboration, collaboration techniques, and examples of how collaboration can be effectively used. Aspiring leaders and leaders of teams and organizations will learn why collaboration is important and how to make it work.