WICPA CPE & Special Event Catalog
The FASB Conceptual Framework
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Accounting is a man-made science, built on principles that require a consistent framework to ensure comparability & reliability in practice. This course introduces participants to the FASB Conceptual Framework, which serves not only as the foundation for developing accounting standards but also as a guide for applying sound judgment in practice. Jeff Sailor will cover the key elements of the framework, focusing on recognition, measurement, qualitative characteristics & disclosure requirements. The course will draw on all eight chapters of Statement of Financial Accounting Concepts (Concept 8), bringing clarity to how the framework supports financial reporting. Jeff's signature video parodies will also be featured, offering memorable reinforcement of the material.
What's Behind the Data?
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
We are bombarded with information continually. So how do we determine what is valid and what isn't? This course points out common pitfalls inherent in data interpretation and gives practical tips to overcome those pitfalls by using real life examples. The course incorporates information from key thought leaders including Adam Grant, Alex Edmans and Hans Rosling. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Small Business Risk Avoidance
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
Enterprise Risk Management for SMEs
K2’s Data Analytics For Accountants And Auditors
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
In today's world of "Big Data" every business professional is a data analyst to some extent. This is especially true for auditors, who increasingly rely on data analytics to identify situations that require follow-up & investigation. Those who master the tools & techniques for thorough data analysis can achieve superior results in less time. Join our dynamic session to unlock the full potential of data analytics! You'll explore various tools & techniques, including Excel, multiple Excel add-ins & Microsoft's Power BI application. Whether you're looking to enhance your skills or dive deeper into the world of data analytics, this course is designed for you. Our expert instructors will guide you through practical, real-world examples, ensuring you grasp the key concepts & apply them effectively. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your data analysis skills & stay ahead in your field. Enroll now & transform your approach to data analytics!
The One Big Beautiful Bill: 2025 Tax Legislation
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
The President signed on July 4, 2025, one of most consequential tax legislation in recent years. The well-informed tax practitioner will want to stay abreast of these developments! This course will start with a short background of this legislation as it made its way through Congress and to the President's desk. We will then review the final provisions that was approved by the Senate and passed by the House. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Viewing A&A Through the Eyes of a Tax Practitioner
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
This session offers insight for tax practitioners beyond merely checking a box to satisfy accounting and auditing requirements for license renewal. We devote significant attention to extracting utility from financial statements to support decision needs of both external financial statement users and internal stakeholders. We explore best practices for cross-functional support within firms that perform tax, accounting solutions, financial statement and consulting services. We also highlight similarities and differences between U.S. GAAP and tax-basis accounting. 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.
K2’s Best Word, Outlook, And PowerPoint Features
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
Are you using Word, Outlook & PowerPoint to their full potential? Many professionals rely on these essential tools but often overlook their best features. If you find yourself using "brute force" methods & spending too much time on tasks, it's time to upgrade your skills. Join our four-hour session designed to transform how you work with Microsoft Office. You'll learn how to harness the power of Word, Outlook & PowerPoint to achieve better results in less time. Our expert instructors will guide you through the most efficient techniques, ensuring you gain practical skills that you can apply immediately. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your productivity & streamline your workflow. Sign up now & take the first step towards mastering Microsoft Office!
Improve Spreadsheets by Building Controls in Excel
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
In today's data-driven world, spreadsheets serve as the backbone of business and personal productivity. However, creating complex and error-prone spreadsheets can lead to critical mistakes and inefficiencies. This course aims to equip you with the knowledge and tools to build robust spreadsheets, implementing a range of controls and safeguards to ensure data integrity, streamline processes and maximize accuracy. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Nonprofit A&A Standards Update & New Developments 26-27
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
Stay current with this deep dive into accounting for and auditing nonprofit revenue streams. During this session, we'll review recent new standards. The case studies will include familiar and complex situations and audit techniques to identify potential misstatements.
Revenue Recognition: Determine the Transaction Price: Part I
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Online
1.20 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.
Accounting for Construction Contractors
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
This course covers authoritative GAAP for construction contractors as addressed in FASB ASC 910 & the AICPA Guide for Construction Contractors. Jeff explains the unique aspects of accounting within the construction industry & how the applicable standards & guidance address those issues. The course includes practical examples to support understanding of key concepts, including revenue recognition & contract-related issues. Jeff presents the material in an engaging manner to help reinforce learning & maintain focus.
How to Audit Inventory
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Inventory observations are often a right of passage for audit staff. This course will cover the basics of auditing inventory, including the related audit assertions, risks, & threats to inventory. During this course, we will also highlight the various substantive auditing procedures that staff should perform and also walk through how to conduct a physical inventory observation. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Navigating IRS Collections: The Collection Process
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
This course is designed for tax professionals seeking to understand and navigate the IRS collection process effectively. Participants will gain indepth knowledge of the various collection methods employed by the IRS, including liens, levies and wage garnishments. Additionally, participants will learn strategies to avoid or halt collection actions and the implications of the statute of limitations on tax collection. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Tax Implications of Retirement Plan Distributions
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
This session will address the complex rules of retirement distributions, review key provisions of the SECURE Act 2.0 and provide practical strategies of maximizing tax benefits for your client. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Advanced Cost Accounting: Eliminate Calculation Distortions
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Organizations that use primitive costing methods make predictable mistakes, allocating too much cost to easy, high-volume "gravy" products & too little cost to difficult, low-volume "dog" jobs, putting an organization with inferior information at a significant competitive disadvantage. The secret to being the "smart competitor" is learning how to deal with overhead. This session will show you how to assign 16 key overhead categories. Whether you work in a wholesale, retail, healthcare, service or manufacturing business, you will find this session invaluable. Get your cost right & you will be able to give the "dogs" to your competitors & keep the "gravy" for yourself.
Workforce Transformation & Talent Management in 2025
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
The accounting profession faces unprecedented workforce challenges that demand a fundamental rethinking of traditional firm structures. This course examines why the century-old pyramid practice model is becoming obsolete and presents the inverted pentagon framework as a sustainable alternative. Based on comprehensive research showing that 52% of firms expect to shrink by 20% or more in the next five years, participants will learn how to restructure their firms to thrive with fewer entry-level staff while expanding specialized expertise. The course explores the "6 Ps of Business Model Transformation" - Precision Hiring, Proactive Retention, Practical Technology Implementation, Pricing Expertise, Practice Area Expansion/Focus and People Acceleration. Drawing from success stories in manufacturing, healthcare and technology industries, attendees will discover proven strategies for accelerating staff development, implementing effective knowledge transfer programs and building sustainable talent pipelines in an era of technological disruption and demographic shifts. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
2026/27 AICPA Regulatory Ethics Update
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Stay informed and ahead of the curve with this timely update on ethics and independence developments from the AICPA Professional Ethics Executive Committee (PEEC). The pace of change in ethics regulation has accelerated and PEEC has been especially active with new interpretations, revised guidance and significant modernization initiatives. In this interactive course, we'll walk through the most important recent developments shaping ethical requirements for the profession, including updates affecting recruiting practices, CPE programs and tax advisory services. Participants will gain practical clarity on how these changes impact both public practitioners and professionals in industry. The course also looks ahead to proposed and ongoing projects on PEEC's agenda, providing insight into potential future changes and what they may mean for compliance planning in an evolving ethical landscape. 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.
Schedule K-1: What is it & What do I do with it?
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
This seminar offers a practical and in-depth exploration of IRS Schedule K-1, a critical reporting document issued to taxpayers with interests in pass-through entities such as Partnerships, S Corporations and Estates or Trusts. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how to interpret and accurately report Schedule K-1 data on Form 1040, with emphasis on common income, deduction and credit items. The course also demystifies the Qualified Business Income (QBI) Deduction, including eligibility criteria, reporting mechanics and integration with K-1 data. Key compliance topics-such as basis and loss limitations, material participation rules and passive activity considerations-will be addressed through practical examples. In addition, attendees will be briefed on recent developments affecting Schedules K-2 and K-3, ensuring they are equipped to navigate evolving international reporting requirements. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Cybersecurity & IT Risk for IT Auditors & Financial Auditors
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Online
3.00 Credits
Member Price: $109
This course equips financial & information technology auditors with an understanding of cybersecurity risks & their impact on financial reporting as well as cybersecurity best practices. Participants will learn to identify threats, evaluate controls & assess risk using recognized frameworks, with a focus on audit implications.
