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Description
This course provides a concise overview of artificial intelligence (AI) – a constellation of technologies able to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence. The software self-educates by drawing conclusions from large quantities of data and adjusts its calculations and outputs based on its observations. The course highlights how CPAs can use AI to drive innovation, increase productivity, and improve the accuracy and quality of their work. You'll walk away with a foundational understanding of the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) in accounting. Discover how you can practically apply this technology to streamline manual tasks, provide real-time insights, and empower you to make data-driven decisions with greater confidence.
Why CPAs Should Take This Course:
- Gain a Competitive Edge: This course equips you with cutting-edge AI skills, giving you a competitive advantage in the accounting and finance industry.
- Future-Proof Your Career: AI is transforming the profession rapidly. By mastering AI concepts, you'll be ready for the future of accounting.
- Improve Accuracy: AI-powered tools can significantly reduce errors and enhance the accuracy of financial analysis and reporting.
- Drive Innovation: Embrace AI's transformative power to drive innovation and streamline processes in your organization.
- Boost Productivity: Discover how AI can supercharge your productivity by handling vast amounts of data quickly and efficiently.
- Make Informed Decisions: Learn to interpret AI-driven insights and make data-backed decisions for your clients and organization.
- Become a Thought Leader: Mastering AI in accounting positions you as a thought leader in the industry, sought after for your expertise.
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Key Takeaways
By the end of this course, you will:
- Identify at least 5 foundational technologies that drive artificial intelligence.
- Explain at least 5 ways AI mirrors human thought.
- Point out at least 5 examples of artificial intelligence policies that have been developed by leading enterprise and government organizations.
- Use at least 6 AI marketplaces to compare the leading AI vendors in the accounting domain.
- List at least 8 skills that are required for the AI age.
Who Will Benefit
The course will benefit accountants, financial analysts, tax professionals, managers, and executives seeking to stay ahead in the industry's AI-driven transformation. The session will equip them with AI skills for automation, data analysis, risk management, and strategic decision-making.
Disclaimer
The views expressed in the course are non-authoritative and have not been formally endorsed by CPA Ontario and do not reflect the views of CPA Ontario. The information included in the course is for general information purposes only.
CPA Ontario, the presenters and the authors do not accept any responsibility or liability that might occur directly or indirectly as a consequence of the use or application of or reliance on this material.
CPA Ontario AI Paper
In our thought leadership paper, Trust in New Frontiers: Putting AI Governance into Practice we examine how CPAs, guided by technical expertise and high ethical standards, can lead the charge in strengthening AI governance and building public trust.
Discover how CPAs can champion responsible AI governance and help organizations to embrace AI with confidence and integrity.
How to Access the Course
This is an online session. This course is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Once registered, you can access the material at any time.
However, you will only have access to the course for 90 days after REGISTRATION.
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Speaker(s)
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP, is an award-winning Internet analyst, professional development technologist and former Price Waterhouse management consultant. He's authored three books, published 100+ articles and delivered more than 1,000 seminars and webinars on Internet search to accounting organizations worldwide. Full disclosure: Garrett is an independent practitioner who provides objective information and is not affiliated with any vendor.
Testimonials
The presentation of the material felt tailored to the session and not pre rehearsed which was engaging.
CPA Ontario is usually my go to for my professional development needs. They offer courses in many areas that focus on both technical and soft skills.