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The CFO Series—Preparing for Trouble

Online

# of CPE Credits

8

Description

Whether you are a seasoned executive or a staff professional, we all have seen the damage from a crisis and “unexpected” trouble. Ignoring potential issues is inane in today’s environment. Leaders prevent problems. We will discuss how to prepare for and deal with a crisis, proven strategies to detect scams, and how to thoroughly investigate fraud—There is a right way and a wrong way. Additionally, what is artificial intelligence, how will it change the finance function, and what new skills must we develop? Trouble is everywhere, it is best to plan in advance rather than attempt to not fall further behind. Those who are prepared are always more successful. Prepare with us! 

Required Knowledge: None

Advanced Preparation: None

Who Should Attend: * This seminar is ideal for financial leaders, financial managers, board members, CFOs, those who aspire to become a CFO, finance executives, accounting professionals, CPAs, controllers, accountants, advisors, and consultants * CPAs in public practice and CPAs in industry, and decision-makers seeking to enhance their financial acumen and excel as a leader in a world where accounting is changing

Objective

* Identify potential threats and conduct rapid risk assessments * Develop a comprehensive crisis management plan tailored to your organization * Implement effective communication strategies during a crisis and before * Create a business continuity plan with essential recovery strategies * Lead your organization confidently through crises and make informed decisions under pressure * Identify key fraud indicators and red flags within organizational processes * Implement strategies to establish a strong anti-fraud culture * How are culture and fraud connected? * Enhance awareness of fraud risks and prevention techniques * Learn the tools to evaluate and improve internal controls for proactive fraud management * Understand the proper process to conduct an internal investigation * What are some of the risks, legal issues, and pitfalls? * Recognize and accept that AI and ML are important new technologies that will impact nearly every organization * Understand the risks, advantages, and the issues of deploying AI and ML * Better understand how to optimize the effectiveness of AI and ML

Credit Types

  • Accounting: 1
  • Auditing: 6
  • Business Management & Organization: 1

Event Speaker(s)

Anita Layton

Event Level:Basic
Event Code:WL006725
Event Vendor:The Knowledge Institute
Fields of Study:Accounting, Auditing, Business Management & Organization
Other fields:

    Registration Fees

    RegistrationTypePrice
    General: Live Online (8 hours)Members$295.00
    General: Live Online (8 hours)Non Members$500.00


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