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Wednesday, January 13, 2027 Live Webcast

AI 101 for CPAs: Core Concepts and Practical Applications (X2-67251)

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST
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2 CPE Credits in SK

OVERVIEW

New to AI? Start here. This beginner-friendly course explains how generative AI works, what terms like "LLM" and "agentic AI" really mean, and how CPAs can safely put these tools to use.

DESIGNED FOR

Anyone working in accounting, tax or finance who wants to gain better understanding of what AI is and how it can be applied

BENEFITS

After attending this presentation, you will be able to...

  • Identify core AI concepts (generative AI, large language models, agentic AI) relevant to accounting and finance.
  • Differentiate common CPA/CFO use cases (e.g., research, content generation, data/document analysis). 
  • Evaluate key risks (hallucinations, bias, confidentiality, and select mitigating controls).

HIGHLIGHTS

The major topics that will be covered in this course include:

  • ABCs of how generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and Google Gemini work
  • What inherent risks are associated with this powerful technology
  • Actionable steps you can take to mitigate the risks
  • Practical examples of how AI can be applied in accounting, auditing, tax, and finance services

COURSE LEVEL

Basic

PREREQUISITES

None

ADVANCE PREPARATION

None

INSTRUCTOR

John Higgins

John H. Higgins, CPA.CITP
(4.8)

Strategic Technology Advisor

Higgins Advisory, LLC

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PRICING

$79.00 - Member

$89.00 - Nonmember

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Note: Online pre-registration will close on January 13 at 11:30 AM.

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