AI 101 for CPAs: Core Concepts and Practical Applications
Monday, Nov. 9, 2026
11 a.m.-1 p.m. Central
2 CPE (2 technical)
Course code: 26WC-0570
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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. You'll leave with a solid understanding of AI fundamentals and how they apply to accounting, tax, and finance.
Major subjects
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ABC's of how generative AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) work
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What inherent risks are associated with this powerful technology
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Actionable steps you can take to mitigate the risks
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Practical examples of how AI can be applied in accounting, auditing, tax and finance services
Learning objectives
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Identify core AI concepts (generative AI, large language models, agentic AI) relevant to accounting and finance
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Differentiate common CPA/CFO use cases (e.g., research, content generation, data/document analysis)
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Evaluate key risks (hallucinations, bias, confidentiality, and select mitigating controls
Who should take this program?
- CPAs and other financial professionals working in accounting, tax or finance who wants to gain better understanding of what AI is and how it can be applied
Pricing
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$99.00
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 Standard Nonmember Fee |
$129.00
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Location
Online
Area
of study
Information technology
Field(s)
of study
Information Technology - Technical (2.0)
Level
Basic
Format
Group Internet Based
Sponsor
NASBA ID#: 104822
Prerequisites
Prereq.
None
Advance
prep
None
Cancellation
policy
Receive a full refund if you cancel at least four business
days before the event start date.
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