WICPA CPE & Special Event Catalog
The Head & Heart of Ethics: Featuring Bob Mims & Don Minges
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
There are multiple facets to ethical choices, including should you use your 'head' or your 'heart'? What are the pros & the cons? How can we balance these opposing views? This seminar outlines the value of; trust, courage, fairness, sensitivity, persistence, honesty & gracefulness: to help us make better ethical decisions.Note: This course qualifies to count toward the WICPA membership Ethics CPE requirement.
Cost & Pricing Models: Boost Your Bottom Line
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
If sales increase, so should profits. Yet, the opposite result often leaves executive's scratching their heads. When organizations work with inferior cost information, they make mistakes in four specific situations. Bad information causes sellers to overprice easy, high-volume work & under-price difficult, low-volume work. This session discusses how to use activity-based costing to build accurate costing models that consider far more than just the labor & materials necessary to provide goods & services.
K2’s Better Productivity Through Artificial Intelligence And Automation Tools
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
Unlock the incredible potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) & automation tools to revolutionize your business operations. Imagine boosting productivity & accuracy effortlessly with cutting-edge technologies. Generative AI tools like ChatGPT & Gemini are your new best friends for conducting research, drafting reports & crafting correspondence. Meanwhile, Microsof's Power Automate platform & tools, such as Zapier, can elevate your efficiency to levels you never thought possible. Join our session to modernize your workflows & harness these powerful tools. You'll dive into practical applications of today's AI & automation technologies, moving beyond the basics to streamline workflows, enhance internal controls, maximize productivity & even boost team morale. Additionally, we'll guide you through potential pitfalls & help you avoid common mistakes when using these tools. This session is a must-attend for anyone looking to stay ahead in the fast-paced business world. Don't miss out on this opportunity to transform your operations & achieve unparalleled efficiency. Sign up today & take the first step towards a smarter, more productive future!
Revenue Recognition Determine the Transaction Price Part II
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
The new revenue recognition standard outlines five steps for proper compliance. At the surface, these steps seem simplistic. However, there are many considerations that should be considered within each step based on your process & industry. Previous courses in this series have covered the standard at a high level & evaluated step one & two of the standard. They are: Understanding the Revenue Recognition Standard Revenue Recognition: Identify the Contract: Part One Revenue Recognition: Identify the Contract: Part Two Revenue Recognition: Identify Performance Obligations: Part One Revenue Recognition: Identify Performance Obligations: Part Two Revenue Recognition: Determine Transaction Price: Part 1 Revenue Recognition: Determine Transaction Price: Part 2 Revenue Recognition: Allocate the Transaction Price Revenue Recognition: Recognize Revenue This segment is designed to evaluate Step Three of the new model dealing with Determining the Transaction Price.
Financial Acumen for Today's HR Leader
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Financial Acumen for the HR Professional is a part of the series "The HR Professional's Guide to Evolving Business Strategy, Finance & Development." This course identifies how HR Professionals can increase their financial understanding to participate more effectively with management as well as understand the financial results & implications for the business.
Introduction to Amplified Management Practice (AMP)
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Online
2.50 Credits
Member Price: $99
Introduction to Amplified Management Practice (AMP) is a high-impact, 120-minute crash course designed for leaders tired of juggling chaos, burnout & broken systems. Whether you're an HR professional, executive, or manager, this session equips you with a practical, repeatable framework to lead with clarity, align your team with purpose & build momentum without losing your mind, through the core AMP mindsets-- Respect, Curiosity, Transparency & Stewardship-- and its three pillars-- Vitalizing, Conducting & Reinforcing-- you'll learn how to connect customer needs, strategy & operations while inspiring innovation & meaningful change. Perfect for busy professionals, this course delivers quick wins & lasting impact, helping you lead smarter, not harder.
K2’s Ten PDF Tips You Need To Know
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Portable Document Format (PDF) documents are everywhere! Yet few know how to work effectively with these documents. If you are interested in working more effectively & efficiently with PDFs, this session is for you. In this session, you will learn valuable tips you can use to assist you with creating, editing & securing PDFs. You will also learn how to convert PDFs to fillable forms & secure PDFs, among other features. Don't miss this chance to learn ten PDF tips you need to know to increase your ROI on PDFs.
Avoiding Legal Liability & Peer Review Deficiencies in Nonaudit Services, Including Bookkeeping & Preparing Financial Statements
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
The majority of peer review deficiencies & malpractice claims result From nonaudit services. This course will provide best practices for avoiding legal liability & quality control concerns.
Planning for Small Business Success
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
Strategic Planning for SMEs
The Psychology of Fraud
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Online
1.50 Credits
Member Price: $79
We all know that Fraud Happens. But, why? Why do people we think we can trust let us down? This session will explore the minds of white-collar criminals & examine some recent high-profile fraud cases. Why did they do it? How did they do it? What were the warning signs? If you think that fraud cannot happen to your organization, this session might give you pause.
Government Ethics: Theory & Application (VBOA Approved)
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
This Virginia Board of Accountancy-approved ethics course begins with the 2026 Virginia ethics updates required by the Virginia Board of Accountancy. The course then expands to examine the ethical principles established in Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book) issued by the U.S. Government Accountability Office. Participants will review core ethical principles applicable to governmental auditors, including serving the public interest, maintaining integrity, objectivity & professional behavior. The course emphasizes practical application of these principles, with focused discussion on independence requirements, maintaining objectivity & identifying & avoiding conflicts of interest. Designed for auditors performing governmental & Yellow Book engagements, this course reinforces ethical decision-making & supports compliance with both Virginia-specific ethics requirements & broader professional standards governing governmental audits.Note: This course qualifies to count toward the WICPA membership Ethics CPE requirement.
Ethics: A Line in the Sand; Implications for Daily Business
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Online
4.20 Credits
Member Price: $149
Ethical behavior continues to be a problem in society & even in the CPA ranks. "Ethics: A Line in the Sand" looks at the behavioral issues that influence how CPA's act. The course will address why individuals make ethical blunders, the state of ethical conduct in business organizations, the relationship between strong cultures, policy & procedures & successful ethical work environments. In addition, the course will highlight the one behavior to watch for as an indicator of potential ethical violations.Note: This course qualifies to count toward the WICPA membership Ethics CPE requirement.
Emerging Risks & Resilience: How Accountants & Finance Professionals are Leading the Way: Part I Building Organizational Resilience in a Changing L
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Online
1.40 Credits
Member Price: $39
This is Part 1 of a 5 part series on Emerging Risks: 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 four-part seminar series explores these emerging risks, analyzes their implications for professionals & organizations & highlights proactive strategies for risk management, continuous learning & technological competency.
K2’s Advanced Topics In Power BI
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
So, you've been using Power BI to create fundamental reports & dashboards & now you're ready for even more advanced reporting & if so, this session is for you. In this session, you will learn how to extend your Power BI environment by incorporating tools such as Data Analysis Expressions, Key Performance Indicators, Hierarchies & Apps & Content Packs, among others. By taking advantage of the tools & techniques covered in this session, you will be able to move beyond simple reports & dashboards in Power BI & truly leverage the power of this awesome reporting tool.
Metrics Management: Measuring Performance in the Real World
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Designing metrics is only half the challenge-making them work in practice is where most organizations struggle. This session focuses on applying metrics in real-world environments, including responsibility centers, profit centers & service organizations. Participants will explore output measurements, controllable versus non-controllable costs, cost allocation challenges & benchmarking. Case discussions illustrate how better information leads to better decisions & improved performance. Humorous videos will be incorporated to drive home some key points & keep things entertaining.
Shorten Month-End: Closing Best Practices
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
Surveys show that the average North American company completes its monthly financial statement closing in six (6) days. However, some companies can close their books in one day or less. You don't have to sacrifice accuracy for speed. This session will show you how to close month-end faster, better & cheaper. Yes, to all three.
Embracing Neurodiversity in the Workplace
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
This webinar will explore embracing & supporting neurodiversity in the workplace, promoting inclusivity & creating a more diverse & dynamic environment.
Resolving Ethical Dilemmas—You Make the Call
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Online
1.50 Credits
Member Price: $79
By now, we should all understand the ethical obligations we have as CPAs. So, theoretically, if we just all agree to remain ethical, we should not have CPA ethical violations. But, of course, our professional ethics committees still have plenty of cases to investigate. This session will examine several ethical frameworks, including the AICPA's Code of Professional Conduct's & the GAO Yellow Book's Threats & Safeguards approach to remaining ethical & resolving ethical dilemmas. The session will present several ethical case studies that illustrate the complexities of & challenges to staying ethical. By exercising our "ethical muscles", we should be better positioned to effectively deal with the ethical dilemmas that we will inevitably encounter.Note: This course qualifies to count toward the WICPA membership Ethics CPE requirement.
Scared Straight: White Collar Crime & Beyond
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Fraud poses a significant risk to businesses, organizations & individuals, leading to financial losses, reputational damage & legal consequences. This comprehensive course, led by Dr. Richard G. Brody, an esteemed expert in forensic accounting & fraud prevention, explores the underlying mechanisms, motivations & methods of fraudulent behavior. Through real-world case studies, expert analysis & interactive discussions, participants will gain critical insights into the psychology of fraud, organizational vulnerabilities & ethical breakdowns that enable misconduct. The course equips attendees with the latest fraud detection techniques, risk assessment strategies & internal control best practices to proactively identify & mitigate fraud risks while fostering a culture of integrity & accountability.Note: This course qualifies to count toward the WICPA membership Ethics CPE requirement.
What's Going on at the AICPA (2026/27)
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Stay current on key developments affecting audit & attestation engagements with this comprehensive update on what's happening at the AICPA. This course begins with the next phase of quality management, with a particular focus on firms' monitoring & remediation responsibilities & what those requirements mean in practice. Participants will also review recent & upcoming standards impacting audit, attestation & consulting engagements, including SSAE No. 24 & SSARS No. 26, along with high-impact exposure drafts related to confirmations & fraud. The course concludes with an overview of SAS No. 149 & its implications for group audits. Designed as a timely update for practitioners, this course helps participants understand how recent & proposed changes may affect engagement planning, execution & compliance in the years ahead.
