WICPA CPE & Special Event Catalog
Neurodiversity & Productivity. Include More Minds to Make the Most of Your Time
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Being neuro-inclusive is not only kind, but can also help your team get the right things done in less time. This course will be about what neurodiversity is, give an overview of brain science and show you tactical tips and techniques you can use to help your company get more of the right things done in less time with a strategy designed with more brains in mind.
ChatGPT for Accountants: 50+ Use Cases
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
This course will explore the use of ChatGPT and artificial intelligence chatbot technologies in the accounting profession. Participants will learn how to utilize ChatGPT to automate tasks, improve efficiency and accuracy and provide real-time support to clients. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Forgotten Managerial Accounting Tools
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
This session explores managerial accounting techniques with an emphasis on internal decision-making tools. You will appreciate a reminder regarding concepts you may not have considered since your college days. We will revisit managerial accounting concepts by illustrating practical examples that you can immediately bring back to the office!
AICPA Regulatory Ethics Update 2025
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The Professional Ethics Executive Committee (PEEC) of the AICPA has been very busy issuing new and updating existing ethics rules. This course will provide an overview of recently issued and soon to be effective ethics rules that CPAs in both industry and public accounting need to know to be compliant. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Note: This course qualifies to count toward the WICPA membership Ethics CPE requirement.
Contract & Procurement Fraud
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
This session will focus on the most common types of fraud in the procurement and contracting arena, with a focus on fraud in construction. The session will examine fraud vulnerabilities in the four key phases of the procurement process: Presolicitation. Negotiation. Performance. Closeout and Claims. Within each phase, "red flags" will be discussed. These are the indicia of possible fraud that managers should be alert for. Also, within each phase, the most common fraud schemes will be highlighted and discussed. Finally, the session will describe the generally accepted safeguards or controls that should be established to prevent the various fraud schemes that can occur. This part of the program will make extensive use of actual fraud case studies designed to demonstrate fraud risks and fraud detection strategies.
How to Double Your Firm's Revenue Through CFO & Advisory
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
In this webinar, accountants will discover how to double their firm's revenue through CFO and advisory services. Many accounting firm owners are stuck in what we call The Accountant's Trap. It's where the firm owner is trapped working for low fees, dealing with high-demanding clients, all the while being burnt out on compliance and transactional work. To make matters worse, these firm owners can't raise their fees because there is always another accountant or bookkeeper willing to do the work for less -- not to mention all the tech companies trying to get into our space. Does this sound familiar? If so, this webinar is for you. This course is for any practice owner looking to transform their practice - and double their revenue - by offering a productized CFO/Advisory service. We'll cover the systems you need to transform your practice and the services you should offer to double your firm's revenue. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Small HR Team, Big Impact: 3 Employee Engagement Strategies for Lean HR Departments
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
In the modern corporate landscape, the challenge for lean HR departments isn't just managing administrative tasks-it's about curating a meaningful and enriching employee journey. Small HR teams are uniquely poised to offer a level of personalization and touch that larger departments might struggle to replicate. These compact teams have the potential to craft individualized experiences, ensuring that each step of an employee's journey, from onboarding to advancement, resonates deeply and positively. Yet, knowing the potential and harnessing it are two distinct tasks. This session provides attendees with a deep dive into three transformative engagement strategies tailored for lean HR environments. By placing the employee journey at the heart of these strategies, HR professionals can ensure every interaction, every milestone and every touchpoint is optimized for engagement, satisfaction and growth. Discover methods that don't just streamline processes, but elevate the entire employee experience, creating a lasting impact on both individual careers and the organization's culture.
Ethical Tax Practice Strategies in a Crisis World
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
This program addresses the many issues impacting CPA practice with a world in crisis. The unique challenges facing practitioners are related through actual practice situations: and then analyzed for their ethical implications. Based on real life experiences. This course does not qualify for IRS credit.Note: This course qualifies to count toward the WICPA membership Ethics CPE requirement.
Overcome Your Obstacles to Abundance
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Getting rich requires many things. First, you need to know how to overcome previous limitations you may have had about making a lot of money. Second, you need to know and use the best financial strategies for becoming wealthy--including the latest investment and marketing strategies. And third, you need to be able to enjoy your lifestyle and look at what obstacles get in the way of you being rich and fully contented. By exploring the latest methods for achieving financial and personal success, you'll be able to make a lot more money and have a great time doing it.
The Controllership Series: Overhead, Direct & Indirect Costs & Allocation Methods
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Managing expenses is a key for business success and overhead costs play a pivotal role in realizing favorable profit margins. Almost all companies have some form of overhead consisting of specific categories of indirect expenses. The better organizations are able to manage overhead costs, the more competitive they are in the marketplace. It is incumbent in the Controller's role to effectively manage, monitor and perform ongoing assessment of overhead costs, allocations and rates. Overhead refers to the ongoing business expenses not directly attributed to creating a product or service. A company must pay overhead on an ongoing basis, regardless of how much or how little the company sells. It is important for budgeting purposes but also for determining how much a company must charge for its products or services to make a profit. Overhead can be fixed, variable, or a hybrid of both. There are different categories of overhead, such as administrative overhead, which includes costs related to managing a business. In short, overhead is any expense incurred to support the business while not being directly related to a specific product or service.
5 Ways Your Onboarding Process Fails to Engage & Retain New Hires
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
According to the Gallup Organization, only 10% of employees believe that their organization does a good job onboarding new employees. This means most organizations are overlooking this crucial phase of the employee lifecycle, which not only includes the often-neglected pre-boarding stage but also the continuous efforts to reduce uncertainty, bolster excitement and foster connections for their new recruits. By streamlining these processes and crafting impactful moments from pre-boarding through the initial weeks, HR and Business leaders can significantly enhance efficiency, foster trust and establish a foundation of psychological safety for years to come. In this session, attendees will discover strategies and resources that craft a holistic onboarding experience, mitigating risks like employee ghosting and paving the way for heightened engagement and retention.
FASB Update & Review
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
Periodic FASB checkups are critical for accountants who deal with financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP. This course introduces recent FASB pronouncements and revisits selected existing standards that are likely to be salient for private entities. This session also offers a preview of coming attractions by examining significant elements of the FASB's technical agenda.
Preparing to be a Forensic Accountant: Focus on Computer Forensics: Part I
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
This course is a continuation of our series on preparing to become a forensic accountant. Within this segment we focus on elements of computer forensics. This session is designed to delve into further investigative procedures used in computer forensics.
How to Audit Cash
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Cash is essential to every business and is often one of the first accounts audit staff are exposed to. This course will cover the basics of auditing cash, including the related audit assertions, risks, & threats to the cash balance. During this course, we will also highlight the various substantive auditing procedures that staff should perform and also walk through some real-world examples. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Surgent's Management Fundamentals
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $159
In a recent Gallup study, 50% of respondents quit because of their manager, which makes your managers and supervisors your company's first line of defense against costly turnover. This program looks at management from a broad perspective and then drills down into key skills needed to manage effectively.
Advanced Cybersecurity: Beyond the Basics
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
A deeper dive into Cybersecurity topics specific to CPAs and Fintech Organizations, expanding on the fundamentals from Cybersecurity 101 This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Walter Haig's Business Financial Health Checkup
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $239
This course fills an important need for both financial managers and accountants in the practice of public accounting by offering the tools to help ensure the future success of a business. Practical guidance for the effective use of benchmarking and analytical procedure is also provided. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
What If Your Client Didn't Take Reasonable Compensation
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
Are you a new advisor handling S Corp clients, or perhaps a seasoned professional facing this common scenario: "My S Corp client didn't take reasonable compensation last year. Now what?" Knowing that reasonable compensation isn't just a tax obligation, but a strategic financial decision, you need to be armed with expert knowledge to help your client navigate this situation. Join us to discuss IRS regulations, understand preventive measures and address challenges within the year. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
AI Privacy, Security & Compliance Masterclass
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, understanding the interplay between generative AI and data protection is not just an asset, but a necessity. This transformative course is designed to delve deep into the crucial privacy, security and compliance aspects of working with Generative AI (GenAI) technologies. As accountants increasingly integrate AI tools into their workflows, the stakes for safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring ethical AI practices have never been higher. Our masterclass is tailored to meet the unique needs of modern accountants, providing a thorough and practical exploration of how to navigate the complexities of secure data sharing with GPT models, implement robust AI policies and master the intricacies of AI copyright compliance. With a focus on real-world applications and emerging threats, such as deepfakes and their implications for fraud and misinformation, this course is your gateway to becoming a trusted expert in the field. Join us to future-proof your career and lead with confidence in the digital age. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
HR's Role in Business Evolution: Strategy, Finance & Growth
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
This course is tailored for business leaders and HR professionals who want to enhance their strategic management skills and create actionable plans for success. You'll learn the overall strategic management process, how to develop both simplified and detailed business and strategic plans and the crucial role of corporate culture, leadership and staff development in driving or hindering strategic outcomes. Additionally, you'll explore how to leverage ChatGPT (Generative AI) as a powerful tool to improve your performance as a key business partner to the management team, helping you make data-driven decisions and enhance organizational effectiveness.
