CPE Catalog
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AICPA On-Demand & Self-Study courses take up to 24 hours to process.
The Next Step Series: Avoiding Ulcers in the "New Abnormal World"
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Online
1.00 Credits
In today's "new abnormal" COVID environment, waves of changes are pushing at each of us from all sides and forcing us to adapt. What works? What fails? How can we adapt faster? This facilitated discussion covers the topic from both the human capital viewpoint and from the operational side of the Manager's desk. We will build the skills and processes needed to manage others through change - either co-workers or clients.
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.
Taxation of Property Transactions - Tax Staff Essentials
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Online
4.00 Credits
A fundamental understanding of the taxation of business property transactions is essential to any tax practice. This course prepares tax professionals to handle the tax effects of common property transactions, including like-kind exchanges and involuntary conversions. It also covers important property-related timing issues and planning opportunities that can lead to significant tax savings.
AICPA Town Hall Series
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Online
1.00 Credits
Up-to-the-minute guidance Hear the latest updates on the CARES Act and progress of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) from AICPA executive leads Susan Coffey, EVP - Public Practice, and Erik Asgeirsson, President and CEO, CPA.com in these weekly town hall webcasts. Topics will be updated weekly. *** Free for AICPA members
Next Steps Series - Development: Moving From Employee to Manager to Leader
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Online
1.00 Credits
First-time supervisors face unique challenges as they transition to management. They must supervise work with which they may be unfamiliar, and supervise employees with whom they had previously been co-workers or employees with greater seniority. They must understand the extent of responsibility and decision-making authority they have, finding ways to communicate expectations to their employees and making possibly unpopular decisions. Excellence in technical or financial skills does not automatically translate to excellence in leading and supervising others. This course will give new supervisors, managers, and leaders the skills and understanding needed to successfully navigate the transition.
Forensic Accounting: Fraud Investigations
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Online
8.00 Credits
In high demand - forensic accounting knowledge and skills (bold) Forensic accounting has been a rapidly growing part of the accounting profession for some time. The rapid expansion in technology and growth in various sectors of business and industry, and the increase in complexity of white-collar crimes, all contribute to this growth. A diverse range of clients, as well as cases involving all types of fraud, make this an attractive profession, and one that is always in high demand. Enhance your knowledge and skills with our Forensic Accounting: Fraud Investigations webcast. Whether you're a forensic accountant, or an aspiring one, this webcast will provide you with the foundational knowledge to successfully identify, investigate, and communicate your findings. You will also receive a copy of the AICPA's Forensic & Litigation Service's Forensic Accounting - Fraud Investigations practice aid for future reference.
Intermediate Individual Taxation - Tax Staff Essentials
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Online
8.00 Credits
Frequent changes in legislation make it difficult to keep track of the opportunities for individuals to save on their taxes. Materials provide explanations of the latest in tax law changes and the individual and business planning opportunities they provide. Explore, in-depth, the effects of the latest tax legislation, including the SECURE Act, the SECURE 2.0 Act, the Inflation Reduction Act, tax court decisions, and IRS guidance on the hottest tax topics affecting individual taxpayers, including those with small businesses. This course provides a wealth of tax-planning tips and strategies and addresses key tax return issues to arm you with the latest guidance to better serve your new and existing clients.
Remote Leadership: The Four "Ps" That Remote Teams Need to Thrive
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Online
1.00 Credits
Just like competitive salaries, flexible work options are table stakes for top talent. With COVID-19, many teams have had to convert overnight to fully remote. But how do you lead in an environment where pants are optional? And what does it look like to lead someone who is more of a vendor than an employee? Using lessons learned, this session will explore the 4 Ps (Purpose, People, Platforms, and Processes) to effectively lead a remote and even gig economy team.
A Future Ready Innovation Framework
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Online
1.00 Credits
Innovation is key to finding success in the face of change - but how do you actually achieve it? In this course, you'll learn why innovation matters, what you need to build an innovation strategy, and how to get your team's buy-in along the way. Leaders of teams and organizations of any size will gain practical takeaways to start developing an innovation system.
Business Case for Designing an Experience-Led Organization
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Online
3.00 Credits
In an age when word-of-mouth has become weaponized, traditional marketing approaches to brand and reputation are no longer sufficient. This course educates business leaders on the changing market conditions of our Experience Economy, where experience-led brands have begun to dominate. It features an introduction to customer experience, employee experience, and intentional culture management, use cases, and metrics.
Risk Management Techniques and Tools
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Online
2.00 Credits
Identify and eliminate risk Understand how risk affects all areas of business-from hiring and onboarding to customer fulfillment and customer support, and everything in between. Gain the knowledge to make informed decisions about risk assessment. Understand the importance of fully integrating risk assessment techniques into other elements of enterprise risk management. Tools and techniques With the assistance of 17 tools and techniques, learn how to assess and manage risks in your organization. Compare SWOT analysis and PESTLE analysis in analyzing risks. Understand how enterprise risk management (ERM) can help protect and enhance stakeholder value. Learn how ERM can be used by businesses of all sizes.
Individual Income and Tax Compliance Annual Update
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Online
4.00 Credits
The most pressing tax matters affecting individuals, estates, and trusts in 2023 [bold] With so many tax developments that come up during the year, it's hard to stay on top of every salient issue. In this all-new-for-2023 course, learners get a tailored list of updates that highlight only the most pertinent issues concerning individuals, estates, and trusts from the past year. Insights to study before tax season [bold] Learners are provided with in-depth explanations of budding issues that their clients may face. From the treatment of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) as collectible property to the deductibility of certain medical care expenses, course materials dive into the latest IRS pronouncements and case law to help practitioners serve their clients. Developments include: 2023 rate tables Taxation of fringe benefits A U.S. Supreme Court decision on IRS summons Expanded clean-energy credits Treatment of NFTs as collectibles Deduction substantiation for cryptocurrency donations Medical care expense deductibility
How Culture Affects Risks
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Online
1.00 Credits
Creating Culture Benefits Your Organization It's important to dedicate time and resources in: Evaluating the company's current culture Communicating the company's values Creating processes and risk avoidance activities for a healthy corporate culture Prioritizing and monitoring risks This course will help you evaluate your organization's current culture, and teach you strategies for building a thriving corporate culture.
Ethics and Professional Conduct
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Online
2.00 Credits
By revisiting these fundamental principles, you will reinforce your knowledge and ensure that your professional conduct aligns with the industry's best practices. Furthermore, this seminar will equip you with the necessary skills to apply the independence rules to common situations that arise in your day-to-day work. By exploring practical scenarios, you will learn how to navigate complex ethical dilemmas, safeguarding the trust and confidence of your clients.
Linking Risk Management to Strategy
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Online
1.50 Credits
Risk mitigation and response Boards and executive teams must manage an ever-changing landscape filled with uncertainty - due to economics, geopolitics, technology, tax regulations, talent pool, cyber-terrorism, data privacy and more. Emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence and the Internet of things (IoT), are disrupting business models across all sectors. Learn strategies for mitigating risks and dealing with risks quickly.
Risk Is Increasing - and Risk Management Is Evolving
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Online
1.00 Credits
Tools for Risk Management A key to an effective risk management process is to move from the historic silo-based approach to an enterprise-wide approach. During this webcast, you will learn: Increased risks for organizations, including technology and cyber risks The use of a risk readiness assessment to identify management's current state regarding risk management The importance of retaining talent and updating your business model Findings from executive surveys that identify potential risks
Strategic Foresight
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Online
1.00 Credits
In this FutureReady course, Tom Hood explains how Strategic Foresight is crucial to preparing your organization for a future of exponential change. First, he defines Strategic Foresight and shares different ways of applying it. Then, he demonstrates how to prepare for a future that you can't yet see. And finally, Tom covers different types of innovation and how to apply them to your career and organization.
Roles and Responsibilities in Risk Management
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Online
1.00 Credits
Developing a Strong Risk Management Culture Successful leaders are anticipatory, understanding the potential effect and wider implications of risks. You can guide staff and correct behaviors with policies and procedures. But to fully actualize a risk management culture, leaders must convey integrity and must step up their commitment to enterprise risk management (ERM). Enterprise risk management means dealing with uncertainty. It requires leaders to make informed decisions managing people, processes and technology. In this webcast, you'll learn what it means to be an anticipatory leader, the five levels of defense in risk management and much more.
The Bottom Line on the New Lease Accounting Requirements
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Online
4.00 Credits
FASB ASC 842, *Leases* explained Understanding lease fundamentals is essential to applying FASB lease requirements appropriately. As such, you'll delve into key concepts that define what a lease is, as well as basic lease accounting topics, such as: Contracts containing leases Lease classification Amortization of the right-of-use asset Impairment considerations Lease presentation and disclosure requirements Comprehensive examples and case studies will guide you through approaches to help you adopt accounting guidance for FASB ASU 2023-01. You'll also review the presentation and disclosure requirements, and other topics, including: Lease versus non-lease components Sales-type lease Direct financing lease Operating lease Lease terminations
Critical Business Risks: Identifying Your Blindspots
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Online
7.50 Credits
Position your business for success with effective risk management (bold) Future of finance and other research continues to validate data points that risk management and planning are core skillsets that organizations need to fine-tune for business resilience. Research shows that a comprehensive risk management strategy best positions companies for success. This webcast provides a framework of a variety of prominent risks which, if on your radar, will help you plan for those which could impact your business in unpredictable ways.