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Become a Data Analysis Expert

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

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.

Master the Art of CPA Communication: Boost Your Influence!

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Virtual

4.00 Credits

The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Techniques for simplifying complex financial information for clients and stakeholdersPersuasive communication principles aligned with CPA rolesBuilding and maintaining trust and credibility with diverse stakeholdersCase studies and Interviews with Finance, Accounting and CPA professionalsDeveloping empathy and emotional intelligence in communicationsBest practices for active listening to strengthen client relationshipsApplication of Influencer principles for impactful change in communication

Was It Fraud or Just Poor Audit Quality?

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Online

1.60 Credits

Financial statement manipulation Ethics enforcement process Auditor conflicts of interest

Form 7203 - How to Calculate Shareholder Basis

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Online

2.00 Credits

Introduction to Form 7203 and its purposes Mechanics of completing Form 7203 accurately Strategies for reconstructing shareholder basis Loss limitations under I.R.C. §461 At-risk rules and limitations for S Corporation shareholders Documentation requirements for shareholder basis Common errors in calculating and reporting basis Best practices for maintaining and reporting shareholder basis

Surgent's Did I Pick the Right Major? Selecting Major Programs in a Single Audit

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

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”

The Ethic of Recruitment and Selection

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

The major topics covered in this course include:Discussion of ethical and effective recruiting strategiesSelection processes that foster diversity and inclusionHow to increase talent pools to ensure hiring success

Risk Assessment Under SAS No. 145: The Key to Audit Quality?

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

The topics that will be covered in this class include:New concepts due to the issuance of SAS No. 145Revised requirement to separately assess inherent risk and control riskA new definition of significant risk New emphasis on IT controls and risk of material misstatementNew guidance on maintaining professional skepticismRevised requirements to evaluate the design of certain controlsRevised requirements regarding audit documentationNew guidance on scalability

Ethics: IRS Behavioral Insights for Accountants

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

Behavioral insights (BI) PrimerHow and why BI are used by the IRSIRS and individual decision-makingIRS and environmental and design considerationsIRS and social normsIRS "top of mind" issues BI and Implementation of tax reform legislation BI and private debt collectionBI and online taxpayer accountsBI and taxpayer rights in "real" vs. "unreal" auditsBI and the tax-exempt approval processBI and passport renewal and revocationHow to use BI to more mindfully interact with the IRS to improve outcomes

Self-Rental Real Estate: Passive Activity & Section 199A

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Definition of self-rental property - both for Sections 199A and 469Self-rental income from directly owned properties and reporting on Form 1040, Schedule E, page 1Self-rental income from indirectly owned (partnerships, S corporations) and reporting on Form 1040, Schedule E, page 2Form 8582 (passive activity)The flow-through entity grouping electionIllustrative examples and consequences of failing to comply with the reporting standardsSelf-rental property and "former passive activities" rules

Fraud, Controls & Ethics: Best Practices & Case Studies

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Virtual

4.00 Credits

The major topics covered in this course include:Examination of actual fraudsDiscussion of internal controls that could have prevented fraudsContemplation of epiphanies for your own professional scenarios.The AICPA Code of Professional ConductOther elements of professional conduct and compliance with professional standards

Basic Individual Taxation Course

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

The major topics covered in this class include:Defining Federal Income TaxesComputing federal income tax liabilityCalculating adjusted gross incomeDefining Qualifying ChildDetermining filing statusCalculating the Kiddie TaxStandard deductionTax Rates for ordinary income, capital gains, and qualified dividend incomeCash v. Accrual MethodFiling deadlines and obtaining extensions

The Best S Corporation, Limited Liability, and Partnership Update Course by Surgent

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Virtual

8.00 Credits

Comprehensive coverage of the Inflation Reduction Act, including: The Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax, The Clean Vehicle Credit, Credit for Previously Owned Clean Vehicles, Credit for Qualified Commercial Clean Vehicles, §45L New Energy Efficient Home Credit, Elective Payment, Transferability, and Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship Requirements Principles and considerations for nonresident withholding, composite payments, and passthrough entity taxes Comprehensive coverage of the SECURE 2.0 Act with a focus on provisions applicable to employers Thinking beyond §163(j) -- Interest Allocation Rules, Original Issue Discount, Applicable High Yield Discount Obligations, Convertible Corporate Debt Instruments, and Debt-Financed Distributions  Retirements and redemptions: considerations for partnerships and S corporations Timely coverage of breaking tax legislation Selected Practice and Reporting Issues: What’s new? A review of recent cases and tax law changes and IRS guidance affecting S corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies, and limited liability partnerships Form 1099-K reporting requirements Bonus depreciation  Section 174 Research & Experimental Expenditures -- new guidance under Notice 2023-63 and Notice 2024-12 FinCEN reporting requirements  A review of like-kind exchange transactions under §1031

Form 1120S - Preparation and Analysis

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Online

2.00 Credits

S corporation taxation fundamentals Income and deductions for S corporations Shareholder basis calculation Reporting requirements for Form 1120S Advanced tax planning strategies

The CFO Who Went to Prison

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

The major topics that will be covered in this class include:The importance of valuesIdentifying successEthical dilemmasMitigation strategiesCreating tools to help make better decisionsPersonal accountability strategies

Ethics - A Line in the Sand; Implications for Daily Business

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Online

4.20 Credits

Recognize the underlying drivers of individual ethical behavior Identify the relationship between ethics and integrity Highlight ethical trends in businesses throughout the world Review high profile ethics lapses in recent years

2025 Annual Update for Governments and Not-for-Profits

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Online

7.00 Credits

Not for Profit Governmental Auditing & Accounting Yellowbook

K2's Small Business Internal Controls, Security, and Fraud Prevention and Detection

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Online

8.00 Credits

Common challenges associated with implementing appropriate internal controls in small business environments Fraud in small business environments Internal control options in small business accounting software Understanding the need for application controls and general controls

Beyond the Numbers: Success Strategies for Female CPAs

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

The major topics that will be covered in this course include:How to increase your visibility instead of flying under the radar.Critical time management techniques that allow you to focus and prioritize the right strategic initiatives.How your inner critic operates and how to silence it.How to build a network of community support and mentoring.What impostor syndrome is and how it may be holding you back.

AI & You

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Online

1.00 Credits

Leadership Future of Work Workforce Planning Change Management Technology in HR Job Redesign  

Implementing an AI-Enabled Marketing Strategy for Your Firm

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Virtual

1.00 Credits

The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Module 1: Introduction to AI in Marketing   The Basics of AI – Concepts and TerminologyModule 2: Leveraging AI Tools and Technologies   Overview of AI Tools for MarketingModule 3: Practical Strategies for AI Integration   Integrating AI into Your Marketing WorkflowModule 4: Measuring AI-Driven Marketing Effectiveness   Key Metrics for Assessing AI-Driven CampaignsModule 5: Real-Life Case Studies and Success Stories   Case Studies of Firms Successfully Using AI in MarketingModule 6: Developing Your AI-Enabled Marketing Strategy   Creating a Custom AI Marketing Strategy