22SR-P017: K2's An Accountant's Guide to Blockchain and Cryptocurrency (Virtual)
If you have questions about this event, please call us at 952-831-2707.
Date
Monday, December 19, 2022
Time
1:00pm
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4:30pm
Central Time
Location
Online
CPE credits
CPE
4.0
Field(s)
of study
Information Technology - Technical (4.0)
Instructor
Thomas Stephens, CPA.CITP, CGMA
K2 Enterprises
Fees
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Standard Member Fee |
$209.00
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Standard Nonmember Fee |
$259.00
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Description
Blockchain technology offers the promise of digital truth. When properly implemented, it provides a transparent, permanent, immutable record-keeping system. The possibilities are endless, from managing the logistics of supply chain networks to facilitating international commerce. Organizations are increasingly adopting blockchain to improve their existing operations through its ledger capabilities, maintain real estate ownership records or execute smart contracts. Cryptocurrency, an example of blockchain technology, has exploded in the last few years. Despite the growing popularity and potential of these technologies, the average professional doesn’t fully grasp their capabilities, risks and impacts. Gain a detailed look at blockchain and cryptocurrency so you can understand its inner workings and uncover opportunities for using it.
Who should take this program?
CPAs, accountants and business professionals who are interested in understanding blockchain technologies
Major subjects
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In-depth look at blockchain technology
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Benefits, risks, major players and practical applications
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Capabilities, risks and potential impacts on business operations
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Cryptocurrency definitions and examples
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Benefits and risks associated with using cryptocurrencies
Learning objective(s)
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Define blockchain and identify an example of blockchain technology
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List examples of how blockchain uses encryption to make the resulting ledger
tamper-resistant
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Identify possible uses for blockchain-based ledgers
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Define cryptocurrency and list the major cryptocurrencies used today
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List examples of benefits and risks associated with using cryptocurrencies
Course code
Code
22SR-P017
Sponsor
NASBA ID#: 139884
Level
Basic
Format
Group Internet Based
Prerequisites
Prereq.
None
Advance
prep
None
If you have questions about this event, please call us at 952-831-2707.
