WCNAEE26: Accounting Educator Exchange
Description
The Maryland Association of CPAs (MACPA), North Carolina Association of CPAs (NCACPA) and the Virginia Society of CPAs (VSCPA) have joined together to present the multi-state Virtual Accounting Educators Exchange.
The Accounting Educators Exchange is designed exclusively for accounting educators, providing essential insights into the rapidly evolving academic and professional landscape. As technology continues to reshape the accounting profession, educators play a critical role in preparing students for careers that demand both technical expertise and professional adaptability.
Join us to explore AI in accounting education, CPA licensure updates, internship readiness, and innovative classroom strategies. Gain insights from industry leaders, connect with fellow educators, and discover new approaches to prepare students for the evolving accounting profession.
This virtual event brings together educators, regulators, and industry professionals to explore how accounting programs can adapt to emerging trends such as artificial intelligence, workforce expectations, and evolving CPA licensure pathways. Through interactive discussions, panel sessions, and practical examples, participants will gain strategies for integrating new technologies, strengthening career readiness, and enhancing student engagement in the classroom.
Attendees will hear from leaders across the profession, including state societies and boards of accountancy, firm recruiters, and learning and development experts. Sessions will cover topics such as rethinking curriculum design, integrating AI and analytics into coursework, addressing academic integrity in an AI-enabled environment, and understanding how internships and professional skills prepare students for the workplace. Participants will also receive updates on regional CPA licensure developments across North Carolina, Virginia, and Maryland and what those changes mean for students entering the profession.
Why Attend the Exchange?
The academic landscape is evolving quickly, making it essential to stay ahead. With AI reshaping workflows, increased focus on ethics, the need for a diverse talent pipeline, and the rise of data analytics and online learning, accounting education is at a turning point.
Join us to explore solutions to today’s biggest challenges. Engage with experts, collaborate with peers, and gain insights to prepare the next generation of accounting professionals. Be part of the conversation shaping the future of accounting education.
Covering Hot Topics Like:
Artificial Intelligence | CPA Licensure Pathways | Internship Readiness | Academic Integrity in the Age of AI | Innovative Teaching Strategies | Online Engagement & Course Design
The Accounting Educators Exchange is a virtual, livestreamed event, allowing participants to attend from anywhere with internet access. The program features expert presentations, panel discussions with industry recruiters, and interactive breakout conversations designed to encourage collaboration among educators across institutions.
Sessions will feature perspectives from educators, regulators, recruiters, and firm learning leaders on topics such as AI in the classroom, academic integrity, career readiness, and regional updates on CPA licensure developments across North Carolina, Virginia, and Maryland.
Objective
- Explore innovative strategies for integrating AI and emerging technologies into accounting curriculum - Identify evolving CPA licensure pathways and regional regulatory updates - Examine employer expectations related to internships and professional skill development - Share best practices for online learning, assessment, and academic integrity - Discover approaches to strengthen classroom-to-career connections for accounting students
Advanced Preparation
None
Required Knowledge
See Session Descriptions
Who Should Attend
Accounting faculty, program directors, department chairs, and educators involved in preparing students for careers in accounting.
Credit Types
- CPE
Event Speaker(s)
Event Level:Basic
Event Code:WCNAEE26
External ID:WCNAEE26
Event Vendor:NCACPA
Fields of Study:CPE, CPE - Information Technology, CPE - Personal Development
Other fields:
Registration Fees
| Registration | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|
| WCNAEE26: Accounting Educator Registration | AEE | $ |
| WCNAEE26: Member Registration | Mem | $ |
| WCNAEE26: Non-member Registration | NM | $195 |
The North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org/.For information regarding refund, complaint, program cancellation or other policies, visit our Registration Policies page or call 800-469-1352.