Virtual
AI and Data Analytics for Auditing – The BIG Picture (AIDAA)
Date: Dec. 17, 2024
Time: 8 – 10 a.m. PT
CPE: 2
Overview
This course is designed for firm partners and managers to explore ways to incorporate data analytics and related technologies in their audit practices. Participants explore how small and mid-size firms are using these tools to improve engagement efficiency and quality while providing opportunities for value-added services to clients. All of AHI's courses rely heavily on participant interaction and these virtual programs have co-opted many of Zoom’s features to preserve the same strengths of the in-person training: visual interaction between the instructor and all participants (plan to be "on screen" throughout the program); breakout rooms to ensure small group engagement; and instructor interaction screen share for small group presentations easy delivery of video presentations fillable PDF for online note-taking in the course materials.
Product Code
1000003166-127842
Credit Type
CPE: 2CPE-AA: 1CPE-Non-Technical: 1CPE-Technical: 1Intended Audience
Firm partners and managers interested in how to use data analytics and AI in their audit and accounting practices.
NASBA Field of Study
- Auditing
- Business Management & Organization
Level of Difficulty
Basic
Prerequisites
None
Advance Preparation
None
Learning Objectives
Major Subjects
- Data Analytics and AI in Auditing and Accounting
Other Dates
Faculty
Richard Alan Ferdinand
Rich Ferdinand specializes in providing financial and general management services to the small and medium sized business market (SMBs). Mr. Ferdinand has served as Chief Financial Officer ranging from full time, interim or on a consulting basis for companies in various industries that are either early stage or mature, as well as requiring turnaround assistance. He is a past recipient of the Outstanding Instructor Award from the AICPA and a rec...
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Bonnie Kennedy
Bonnie has nearly 20 years of experience in the accounting profession in public and private industry. She began in public practice with a regional accounting firm in New England before taking a position as the Controller and CFO of a manufacturing firm. Bonnie is now a full-time faculty member at an accredited university. With the regional CPA firm, Bonnie was involved in recruiting, interviewing, and mentoring new staff. She also designed and...
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