CPE Catalog & Events
ChatGPT and IRS Taxation Law Research
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Utilizing ChatGPT for IRS Tax Law Research: Principles and PracticesNavigating IRS Databases Using Advanced AI TechniquesUsing IRS Prompt Templates: In-depth Analysis and ApplicationChatGPT in Action: Case Studies and Real-World ScenariosExploring IRS Tax Laws: Strategies, Loopholes, and ComplianceError Prevention and Correction in Tax Law ResearchFuture Trends: AI's Evolving Role in Taxation and Accounting
The Motives and Mystery of Ethics-Understanding the Why
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
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
Dealing with Problem Employees: a 15 Step Action Plan for You and Them
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
How turnover is an issue. What are the common causes? How to develop a customized plan for each unique situation? How can we do a better job of preventing 'problem' employees? How to have an effective discussion to end the relationship. A fifteen-step action plan for you to use and for the employee.
Become a Data Analysis Expert
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Data Analysis Process Flow: An introduction to the Data Analysis Process Flow and how it is your pathway to becoming a Data Analysis Expert.Data Modeling: A comprehensive discussion of building a data model and calculating metrics.Data Visualizations: An understanding how visualizations can present data in a more insightful and impactful manner.
Profitability Pricing: Boost your Bottom Line
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Competitive bids Achieving target profitability
Surgent's Did I Pick the Right Major? Selecting Major Programs in a Single Audit
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $99
Understanding the risk-based program selection approach to identifying major programs The four-step major program determination process How to identify ”not low-risk type A programs” and “high-risk type B programs”
Surgent's Excel Lookups: Moving Beyond VLOOKUP Limitations
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $99
Using lookup functions as an alternative to direct cell references Understand the limitations of the VLOOKUP function Discover ways to move beyond these limitations
The Many Faces of Fraud Shedding Light on the Tactics of Modern Day Swindlers
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Understanding Fraud Psychology and Motivation of Fraudsters Detection and Prevention Strategies Real World Case Studies Effective Fraud Management
Auditing For Fraud
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Auditing Fraud
Achieving Balance in Work and Life - Part 1
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TBD
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
Performance Management in Challenging Times
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this class include:Building trustProviding valuable feedbackTechniques for active listening
K2's 2023 The Digital Home
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TBD
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
PPP Fraud and Financial Professionals
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this class include:Ethical dilemmasJudicial proceedingsMitigation strategiesCreating tools to help make better decisionsAtonement and reconciliation
Taxation of the Construction Contractor 2024
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $159
• Walkthrough of accounting methods and relevant elections under IRC 460 • Illustrative examples and analysis • Review of pertinent cases and revenue rulings • Update of other IRS activity, including recent Tax Reform
Timing Rules for Income Tax Compliance and Planning-Part 1 2024
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $159
• What is a method of accounting, and why is the answer important? • How to select and adopt a method of accounting • When can income be reported for both cash and accrual method businesses? • When are expenses to be reported for cash and accrual method businesses? • How and when to account for inventory • How and when to change a method of accounting • Avoiding accounting method problems • California-Federal timing differences • Relevance of timing rules to the income tax provision for financial reporting
What's So Funny 'Bout Accounting and Tax Ethics 2024
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TBD
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $159
• AICPA Code of Professional Conduct • Threats to compliance with Code of Ethics • Updated Statement of Standards for Taxpayer Services (SSTS) • Ethical challenges in selecting appropriate GAAP alternatives
Planning for Small Business Success
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TBD
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $129
The integrated planning model The strategic plan Linkage with Performance Based Management Tracking success Real world examples
What's Going on at the FASB (2024)
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TBD
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Accounting Standard Updates effective in 2024 for public entities, private entities, and nonprofits. Review year 2 implications of the leases standard including modification accounting. A look at the projects identified by the FASB's Invitation to Comment: Agenda Consultation.
Social Security Basics and Strategies for Maximizing Benefits 2024
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8.0 Credits
Member Price: $299
• Social Security planning, benefit calculation, and beneficiaries • Recent changes to "file and suspend" and "restricted application" strategies • Increasing benefits for self-employed individuals • Planning for surviving spouses • Integrating retirement plan distribution strategies with Social Security claiming strategies • Coordinating drawing Social Security benefits with the start of Medicare benefits, including a discussion of IRMAA
Audit 407: Auditing Contingencies and Going Concern
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this course include:Overview of contingencies and related disclosuresIdentifying and determining proper accounting treatment for litigation, claims and assessmentsEvaluating the sufficiency of attorney's letter responses for audit evidenceEvaluating substantial doubt about an entity's ability to continue as a going concern for a reasonable period of timeAuditing managements assumptions in making the going concern evaluationProper application of the liquidation basis of accounting