Webinar

AI 101 for CPAs: Core Concepts and Practical Applications

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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

Our records indicate you are a nonmember. If you register, you will be charged $89.00 (Standard Nonmember Fee). Members: Please log in to receive member fee.

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