CPE Catalog & Events
Blockchain Technology: What Every CPA Should Know
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The specific topics that will be presented include:An explanation of what blockchain isReview of the nomenclature associated with blockchain technologyThorough review of the components of a blockchain applicationReview of current and potential applications for blockchain and its impact on commercePotential impact on the CPA profession in accounting and auditing
Accounting & Auditing Update
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $129
Leases FASB Update Audit Evidence
Tales from the Darkside: IRS Enforcement of Cryptocurrency
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this class include:Overview of Bitcoin and cryptocurrenciesDefinition of proof of work and proof of stakeTax laws regarding cryptocurrency transactionsDefinition of common money laundering laws involving cryptocurrenciesTools used by the IRS to identify cryptocurrency transactions and cryptocurrency in criminal investigationsReal life examples of cryptocurrency used in criminal activities
The Ethics Hour: Deceit and the Whys Behind the Lies: Understanding Ethics
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Understanding yourself and others in the workplace How emotion plays a vital role in ethical dilemmas and in solutions What are some of the various outlooks on ethics? Recognizing lies Managing ethics towards solutions
2023 Compliance Update on Arbitration Agreements, Severance Agreements, Confidentiality and Non-Disparagement Agreements
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Federal laws providing greater visibility of sexual harassment and sexual assault claims Agency rulings curtailing confidentiality and non-disparagement clauses in agreements
Minimizing Workplace Warfare
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TBD
1.2 Credits
Member Price: $39
Sources of Workplace Conflict Conflict Resolution Strategies Communication Skills and Active Listening Conflict Management Techniques
The Ethics Hour: The Single Best and Most Overlooked Source of Fraud
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
One key area to look for fraud? It is right in front of you, but some auditors fail to see it Recognize the signals Look for those who exploit or and game the system(s)
Financial Acumen for the HR Professional
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1.2 Credits
Member Price: $39
Financial Statement Insight Trend Analysis Financial Benchmarks
K2's 2023 The Digital Home
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Configuring your router and network to make it more secure Review online services to help your family share information and stay in touch Take advantage of the latest home gadgets and devices from CES 2023 and understand what technologies are “ready for prime time” and which ones you should skip
Advanced Excel: Hidden Secrets and Gems
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Using intellectual curiosity and professional skepticism to develop a problem-solving mentality Real-life examples of innovative ways to analyze and report data with Excel Using Excel to perform e-mail merges Many other functions and techniques that inspire you to continue exploring the depths of Excel and its seemingly bottomless toolbox Practitioners, members in industry and other accounting professionals a better understanding of the advanced features of Microsoft Excel
Illicit to Essential: Marijuana & Hemp/CBD Evolving Issues
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this course include:Fast-paced discussion of what has been learned in other more mature markets like Colorado, Oregon and CaliforniaDiscussion of what to expect in emerging markets where there is currently only medical access to cannabis or recent state legal regulatory access to recreational cannabisThe state of Colorado will be used as an example of cannabis economics and regulatory oversight
Inventory Accounting GAAP, Software and Recognizing Variances
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Inventory accounting GAAP Methods for dealing with variances
Profit Improvement: Ten Tips for a Better Bottom Line
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Map your strategy Focus your organization’s strategy Develop metrics Learn from others Become more efficient Identify inefficiencies Eliminate errors Eliminate pricing mistakes Become a proactive culture Invest in people
Ask Me No Questions and I Will Tell You No Lies - The Art of Interviewing & Interrogation
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3.0 Credits
Member Price: $99
Defining an interview Why we choose to believe or not believe someone Types of individuals you will be talking with Why people lie Types of liars Unsharable needs Verbal and nonverbal clues How to listen Obtaining a confession
Staff Retention Keep the Best People
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3.0 Credits
Member Price: $99
Remote workforce Employee retention Staff turnover
Achieving Balance in Work and Life - Part 1
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $129
Why the brain can remember some things a hundred times better than others Why we typically forget names and faces, and what can be done about it How our emotions follow the motion of our body, and how that can be used to instill instant confidence How to tap into a completely relaxed and/or confident state of mind in 10 seconds or less using advanced hypnotic conditioning and Neuro-Linguistic Programming techniques How to prevent dementia and brain “fog” using specific supplements and exercise How to stay motivated to use the methods outlined in this course to advance your career and achieve a higher quality of life How to use the concept of constant learning to help you maintain a balanced and fulfilling
Depreciating & Expensing Business Assets
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $129
Recent tax legislation, rules and developments related to capitalization and depreciation Capitalization of tangible property, including materials and supplies, building and improvements Small taxpayer safe harbor Section 179, including 2020 inflation adjustment Section 168(k) 100% bonus deduction ADS depreciation for electing farm and real estate business MACRS depreciation and Form 4562
Assessing the Real Ethics of an Organization?, featuring Joe Oringel, MBA, CPA, CIA and Don Minges, MBA
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
What are the signs of an ethical versus unethical organization? The need for clear policies Policies should be detailed, clear and unambiguous The importance of ‘doing the right thing when no one else is looking’ How exceptions offer opportunities to the unethical Should exceptions be allowed?
Coaching Leaders to Handle Sensitive Employee Relations Situations
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1.2 Credits
Member Price: $39
Employee complaints Personality & attitude problems Performance counseling Personal hygiene problems Disability-related performance issues Misconduct due to mental conditions
Are Those Independent Contractors Really Independent Contractors?
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Classification of workers as employees or independent contractors