WICPA CPE & Special Event Catalog
Emerging Risks & Resilience: How Accountants & Finance are Leading the Way: Part 5: Governance, Culture & Regulatory Risk Pressures
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
This is Part 5 in our series of Emerging Risks & Resilience: How Accountants & Finance are Leading the Way The rapid evolution of technology, globalization & regulatory frameworks has introduced a range of emerging risks that are transforming the fields of accounting, finance & auditing. Innovations such as artificial intelligence, blockchain & big data analytics are redefining traditional business models while creating new challenges related to data integrity, cybersecurity & ethical decision-making. In accounting & finance, the growing reliance on automated systems raises concerns about vulnerabilities, algorithmic bias & the potential for misinformation. Auditors face heightened expectations for real-time assurance, transparency & adaptability to new reporting standards, including sustainability & ESG disclosures. Geopolitical instability, economic volatility & evolving regulatory pressures add layers of uncertainty to financial reporting & audit quality. This five-part seminar series explores these emerging risks, analyzes their implications for professionals & organizations & highlights proactive strategies for risk management, continuous learning & technological competency.
Are You Qualified? The Ethics of Practice Development & Skill Enhancement
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
For an accounting practice or career to thrive, it must grow & develop. But what about the "Catch-22" of practice development: expertise at anything new requires experience & experience cannot be attained while you are a non-expert! Or can it? This workshop looks at some of the more popular pathways to practice development (e.g., cybersecurity, client advisory services & cannabis) & considers the drawbacks of reaching too far, too fast.Note: This course qualifies to count toward the WICPA membership Ethics CPE requirement.
The Ethic of Self-Esteem For Women
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Ethics is ultimately about our relationship to ourself, others and the world in which we live. Therefore, to enhance our relationships with those around us, we must first start with the regard we hold for ourselves. From an ethical vantage, it can be said that we have a moral obligation to work toward self-love, honor and respect. Matters of self-esteem are important in every aspect of life including goal setting, relationships, establishing boundaries, handling conflict, levels of productivity and expressing our needs in respectful and dignified ways. This course explores traps of low self-esteem and ways to minimize those traps. We also explore components of high self-esteem and actions to foster higher regard for self. 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.
Partnership & S Corporations: How to Calculate Basis
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
The IRS has recently increased the pressure on how to calculate & report partner & shareholder basis. Changes in the forms reflect these developments. This program provides a detailed analysis of the calculations related to determining tax basis for a partnership interest & S corporation shareholder shares & loans. How to use the Form 1065, Schedule K-1 & Form 1120S, Schedule K-1 information for basis determination. Illustrated examples with filled in forms will demonstrate how the process works & their many potential pitfalls. Please Note: If you need credit reported to the IRS for this IRS approved program, please download the IRS CE request form on the Course Materials Tab & submit to kori.herrera@acpen.com
Comprehensive Accounting & Financial Reporting Update
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
This course covers recently issued accounting and financial statement reporting standards from the Financial Accounting Standards Board. Key implementation challenges and experiences from public company filings will be identified. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Agentic AI for CPAs: Automate Workflows with Intelligence
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The newest evolution of AI technology is Agentic AI. This technology enables you to deploy AI agents to take action on your behalf and execute tasks. Agentic AI is the key enabler to using AI technology to automate your workflows. Learning how to take advantage of AI agents provides a substantial competitive advantage. This course will teach you the fundamentals of agentic AI and how you can put them to work in your firm or business. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Effective Governance for Nonprofit Success
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Effective governance is the cornerstone of any nonprofit organization. This course delves into the foundational elements of nonprofit governance, emphasizing fiduciary duties, board responsibilities & best practices for board operations. Participants will explore key compliance requirements, risk management strategies, policy development & regulatory obligations. By the end of the session, you'll be equipped with practical tools & insights to confidently navigate the complexities of nonprofit governance.
Current Cybersecurity Risk Management Trends
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
One of the top concerns of any organization's leadership is how to mitigate the risk of cybersecurity threats, along with the prevention and detection of fraud. This course will focus on the most common cybersecurity vulnerabilities and fraud trends and best practices for managing them. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
K2's Ripped From The Headlines: Lessons Learned From The Most Interesting Tech Crimes
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
This session dives into real-world cases of financial fraud, cybercrime & ethics breaches that captivated the business & accounting world. This session analyzes how these crimes unfolded, the warning signs that were missed & the internal control & technology failures that enabled them. Participants will explore modern threats, including AI-enabled deception & learn practical steps to strengthen fraud prevention, data protection & governance. From shocking embezzlements to headline-making cyberattacks, this course turns true stories into powerful lessons for today's accounting & finance professionals.
Steps to Stop External Fraud
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Until recently, a percentage of organizations discounted the risk related to external fraud attempts. Most were only concerned with protecting physical assets such as inventory or fixed assets. However, because of the many highly publicized corporate hacking events, such as the ones that affected the Colonial Pipeline and JBS Meats, more attention is being paid to external fraud risk of all types. In this session, we look at what is included in a definition of external fraud and then delve into specific control issues that can give rise to increased risk. We then discuss measures that organizations can employ to help reduce exposure to external attacks. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Become a Data Analysis Expert
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, accounting professionals are expected to be more than just number crunchers, they are expected to be insightful interpreters of data. In an era where data is king, this course is your gateway to becoming a savvy data analyst, giving you a competitive edge in your field. We will guide you through the intricacies of making complex data analysis approachable and engaging. You will learn the all important Data Analysis Process Flow that will take you from collecting data all the way to making insightful decisions based upon your data. We will explore the basics of data modeling that will allow you to access data from multiple sources and use sophisticated calculations to create our data metrics. You will learn how to create interactive dashboards, perform sophisticated reporting and uncover deep insights from your data. Whether you're looking to streamline your reporting process, enhance your data visualization skills, or make more data-driven decisions, this course is tailored to meet those needs. It's not just about learning a tool; it's about enhancing your professional identity as a forward-thinking accounting professional. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
NotebookLM Use Cases for Accountants
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
This course provides a concise overview of how accountants can use Google NotebookLM (powered by Gemini) as a practical research, synthesis and knowledge-management companion for high-trust work. You'll learn how to convert static financial statements, audit workpapers, client documents and regulatory guidance into a structured, conversational knowledge base-so you can query, summarize, compare and cross-reference sources with greater speed and clarity. This course emphasizes disciplined workflows such as source control, evidence-grounded outputs and professional judgment so NotebookLM strengthens your analysis instead of replacing it. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Tax Depreciation: Review & Update
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
A discussion of recent law changes that impact capitalization, depreciation and disposition of assets. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Preparing & Reviewing Workpapers for Higher Quality Audits
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
This course will focus on preparing financial statement audit documentation critical for high quality audits that can pass peer review.
Corporate Storytelling in Financial Reporting
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
Developments in the Management Commentary and MD&A Narrative reporting is entering a new era-one that moves beyond compliance checklists to focus on cohesive, decision-useful communication. This seminar examines the evolution of corporate narrative reporting through the revised 2025 IFRS Practice Statement 1: Management Commentary and the U.S. GAAP-based MD&A under SEC Regulation S-K, with key comparisons to help practitioners understand how each framework supports investor-focused disclosure. Using real-world examples and excerpts from the actual annual report of an IFRS reporting company, this seminar highlights how the revised Management Commentary guidance aims to improve the quality, relevance and connectivity of narrative insights. Participants will explore its emphasis on strategy, risks, sustainability factors (ESG), key performance indicators (KPIs) and the integration of financial and non-financial information. The session also analyzes the modernization efforts in U.S. MD&A, including principles-based guidance, reduction of boilerplate disclosures and expanded expectations for entity-specific analysis and trend-based insights. Through a comparative approach, participants learn how both frameworks are converging around common principles: enhanced connectivity, balanced presentation, entity-specific content and alignment of strategy, performance, risk and value creation. This practical seminar provides accounting, finance and business professionals with the knowledge needed for better understanding the management commentary and MD&A. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Generative AI and Cybersecurity: Opportunities and Threats
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $119
This course explores how generative AI is revolutionizing cybersecurity. It highlights opportunities, such as enhanced threat detection, and risks, including AI-driven phishing and malware, particularly in financial contexts.
Written Information Security Plans
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
This course provides a comprehensive overview of Written Information Security Plans (WISP), focusing on their purpose, requirements and implementation. All PTIN holders must certify they have a WISP prior to renewal, along with certifying the training of employees, staff and contractors as necessary. Participants will explore the history and legal foundation of WISP under the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act and how compliances is enforced through IRS Circular 230, AICPA Statements of Standards, The American Bar Associations and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
How to Audit Prepaid Expenses
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Understanding how to effectively audit prepaid expenses is a key skill for audit staff. This course provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamentals, including the applicable audit assertions & common risks & threats associated with the prepaid expense balance. Participants will learn how to perform substantive auditing procedures to ensure accuracy & reliability, with guidance on applying these techniques to real-world scenarios. Designed to enhance practical knowledge, this session equips auditors with the tools & confidence needed to navigate prepaid expense audits with proficiency.
Devious Ethics: Avoiding Snakes in Suits
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Good people believe everyone else is just like them. They cannot imagine someone could con them or their company & have no guilt or remorse about what they have done. Lack of guilt & empathy are key traits of a psychopath. Most of us envision psychopaths to be cold-blooded serial killers who are locked away in prison. However, experts estimate that 4% of corporate executives are psychopaths who may initially appear to be more normal than the rest of us. Psychopaths may present a convincing picture of virtue while helping themselves to money, status & sex while leaving a path of shattered expectations, empty wallets & broken hearts in their wake. Learn how to recognize & deal with others who have no conscience.Note: This course qualifies to count toward the WICPA membership Ethics CPE requirement.
Becoming Conflict Competent
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Conflict is often avoided, or dealt with in a passive manner. When ignored, conflict often escalates and can become polarizing. In this session, participants will gain insights for enhancing their natural responses to conflict, learn healthy communication styles and build constructive behaviors to manage conflict. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
