SEC Hot Topics - MD&A and Non-GAAP Financial Measures (CPA)

Even the hardest times can help us grow – a lesson we should have learned well from the COVID-19 pandemic. After all, many businesses have had to adapt or perish, and the lessons we can learn from looking at the success stories should help inform organizational best practices moving forward. Unfortunately, disaster is sure to strike again, but if we can learn from our previous experiences, we have the chance to prepare and thrive through hard times. Course Type: Video. Worth 2 PDCs (SHRM) and 2 CEUs (HRCI General Credit).

UPDATED 2024: Healthy and successful exporting strategies rely on careful analysis of international market demand. So, this course on the topic offers the chance to consider how cultural, social and political aspects of different regions aid strategic planning. Here, you will explore universal shipping procedures and international accounting practices, both of which will help understand the intricacies of doing business abroad. Course Type: Business Simulation. Worth 2 PDCs (SHRM).

Financial experts and CPAs in particular should be well-versed in topics relating to risk management. After all, understanding how to hedge against potential risks or avoid them altogether can be the key to business success or failure. So, in the interest of adding to the existing toolbelt of risk management resources, this course focuses on the COSO framework to give accountants a step-by-step explanation for anticipating, preventing and managing risk. Course Type: Video. Worth 1 Technical CPE Credit (CPA/NASBA).

Bitcoin and Ethereum represent only two of thousands of different emerging cryptocurrency options which are designed to facilitate seamless trading between different global entities. And as financial professionals, CPAs in particular stand to benefit from a knowledge of the trade. However, because there are multiple ethical and audit considerations to take into account with the new “gold standard” cryptocurrencies, the subject isn’t straightforward or easy to dive into. That’s where this course can help. An entertaining, relatable exercise to establish baseline knowledge of an important market, Ethical & Audit Considerations of Cryptocurrency is the perfect option for financial professionals looking to expand their knowledge. Course Type: Video. Worth 2 Ethics (Technical) CPE Credits (CPA/NASBA).