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AI 101 for CPAs: Core Concepts and Practical Applications

If you have questions about this event, please call us at 952-831-2707.

Tuesday, May 19, 2026
2-4 p.m. Central
2 CPE (2 technical)

Course code: 26WX-0947
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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.

This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.

Major subjects

  • 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

Learning objectives

  • 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).

Who should take this program?

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

Pricing

Standard Member Fee $89.00
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More program information

Instructor John Higgins, CPA, CITP
Location Online
Area
of study
Information technology
Field(s)
of study
Information Technology - Technical (2.0)
Level Basic
Format Group Internet Based
Sponsor CPA Crossings, LLC
NASBA ID#: 108744
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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If you have questions about this event, please call us at 952-831-2707.