CPE + Events Catalog

A compelling narrative of Tom Hardin's Tipper X experience, offering vital lessons in ethics tailored for the accounting profession. By intertwining personal experiences with practical insights, this session seeks to clarify the intricacies of ethical decision-making, emphasizing the importance of integrity and accountability in professional practice. This session was recorded on March 19, 4 at the 4 Fraud & Forensic Accounting Virtual Conference.

Businesses are starting to be measured and evaluated on more than just their balance sheet. Join Jennifer as she delves into the world of sustainability and how accounting firms are uniquely positioned to take on this new service, offering a deeper view into your clients and the health of their organization. We will define what sustainability in business means in today's world and why it is quickly becoming the biggest disruptor. You'll learn how accounting firms fit into this forward-thinking puzzle and get a focused look at one of the fastest-growing ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) frameworks, B Corporation certification.

After this session examining the psychology of investigators and perpetrators, you'll never think about fraud the same way again. This story-based presentation will use first-hand accounts and the latest research to show why some traditional investigational practices are more harmful than helpful. This two-part series will expose myths and dangers lurking in our assumptions about fraud. We'll explore misunderstandings about skepticism and learn how auditors and investigators may unwittingly assist the same fraud schemes they are trying to thwart. We will challenge the "sacred cows" of the industry and help us develop more effective thinking approaches for fraud investigation, detection and deterrence.

We are all (including tax practitioners) getting older, and the need for effective retirement planning has never been greater. This course is essential for participants who wish to attain a comfortable retirement for themselves and their clients by maximizing tax saving strategies. This presentation integrates federal taxation with retirement planning. The course will examine tax and savings strategies related to determining retirement income needs, wealth building, capital preservation, and estate distribution. The result is a unified explanation of tax-economics that will permit the tax professional to locate, analyze, and solve financial aspects of retirement. This program is designed to improve the quality of services to clients and the profitability of engagements, and it projects the accountant into the world of retirement planning. This course will give the participant practice in analyzing problems, developing solutions, and presenting final, personal retirement plans to clients. The emphasis is on practical simplicity in dealing with the self-employed and highly compensated individual. Retirement income needs are calculated; net after-tax Social Security benefits are determined, and distribution options from IRAs and retirement plans are explored. Special consideration is given to the tax treatment of the home and business on retirement. Buy-sell agreements are discussed, and elder-care planning is examined.

Develop a framework of "effective" time management. Identify the three time factors: time wasters or stealers, time savers and time management techniques. Highlight concepts that distinguish the relationship of time management and behavioral science versus traditional time management tools or gimmicks. Also, explore the need for managing oneself in order to improve the management of time. The webcast was originally broadcast on May 4, 2017. Note: There is a minimum passing rate of 70% for this course.

The tone at the top defines the foundation of a good company. It's also a hallmark of a company with fraud. What are the red flags? What difference can the CFO make? The recent focus on social responsibility impacts accounting. Meanwhile, investors and employees are reshaping business practices. Review fraud case studies examine corporate culture and the impact of executive personnel and master risk mitigation for organizations of all sizes.

Clients believe that estate planning is only for the wealthy. This isn't the case. Perhaps as a result of the 0 pandemic, estate planning has a renewed focus. All practitioners should be familiar with the vernacular, acronyms and techniques. Estate planning involves personal issues that affect everyone, even when the estate tax doesn't apply. Learn strategies to pass assets to future generations; provide education benefits; distribute retirement benefits, and provide a charitable legacy.

Clients rely on their advisers more heavily to provide perspective and clarity as legislation and regulations evolve. Gain in-depth understanding, effective strategies and connections with expert professionals who specialize in this area.

Your clients depend on you more than ever to help them reduce risk and position themselves for financial success in the future. This course is to help keep you on top of recent developments and the top 5 ways to fund your retirement.

The 2019 SECURE Act changed the rules regarding distributions to beneficiaries from retirement plans in a negative way. Trusts are often named as beneficiaries for IRAs and other retirement arrangements. The choice may provide a different result than under prior law for many beneficiaries. Now is the time to revisit beneficiary choices. This class gives examples of income tax implications of various trusts that are chosen as beneficiaries. Note: This class presents an in-depth discussion of issues presented in the instructor's class Retirement Distributions: Planning Options.

In business, teams can contribute to major success or disintegrate into failure. Be sure that you're building a winning team by understanding the dynamics of teams in the workplace. Understand the relationship between the learned and what is required for successful performance within a team context. We'll focus on key team roles, characteristics of high-performing teams and other key success behaviors that support group morale and productivity. Note: There is a minimum passing rate of 70% for this course. The webcast was originally broadcast on June 8, 2015.

In today's business environment creative problem-solving and innovation are more important than ever to succeed. In this course, you'll discover how to unleash your own creative potential as well as that of your colleagues and teams. Learn when to take smart, educated risks; how to become a forward-thinking leader capable of generating fresh ideas, and how to see the positive aspects of failure. The helpful advice you'll receive in this course will bring both personal success and corporate success. Note: There is a minimum passing rate of 70% for this course. The webcast was originally broadcast on August 3, 2015.

Offering financial planning services to clients improves relationships and outcomes. When clients understand how your advice is tailored to their best interests, it is easier to implement the strategies you know are in their best interest. A deeper understanding of how to benefit their companies and families is just a few steps away.

In recent history, even the most prestigious CPA firms have had ethical lapses and oversights that have cost them both financially and, at that moment, clouded their brand. This course will review the AICPA code of ethics for both accounting and tax practitioners and encourage you to examine your firm's policies and choices relative to those standards and common sense through thought-provoking and sometimes humorous Q&A and case studies. This course fulfills the four-hour ethics education requirement.

Earn CPE credits while mastering fraud detection with Red Flag Mania's When We Prey Bundle! Level up your professional development and anti-fraud expertise with this comprehensive self-study program for busy professionals. This CPE credit-eligible bundle offers an immersive learning experience, allowing you to earn valuable continuing professional education credits while becoming a fraud-fighting champion. The When We Prey Bundle combines the power of Red Flag Mania's top-rated on-demand programs: Culture Dash : Sharpen your ethical compass and confidently navigate real-world ethical dilemmas through a whodunnit mystery. Audit Challenge : Step into the shoes of a real auditor, investigate a fraud case, and gain practical experience in control testing. Fraud Scheme Hunt : Develop a keen eye for identifying and understanding how to unravel different fraud schemes. Here's what you'll gain: In-depth knowledge of fraud schemes and detection strategies. Hone your skills in recognizing ethical issues within a scenario. Enhanced audit and investigative skills through gamified learning. CPE credits to fulfill your professional development requirements. The When We Prey Bundle is your one-stop shop for mastering fraud prevention and ethical decision-making. Invest in your professional growth and become a valuable asset to your organization. Enroll today and earn CPE credits while becoming an ethical leader, audit pro, and fraud fighter! These courses are produced by Red Flag Mania.

Despite the rising use of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ratings, there is substantial disagreement across rating agencies regarding what rating to give to individual firms. As what drives this disagreement is unclear, we examine whether a firm's ESG disclosure helps explain some of this disagreement. We predict and find that greater ESG disclosure actually leads to greater ESG rating disagreement. These findings hold using firm fixed effects and using a difference-in-differences design with mandatory ESG disclosure shocks. We also find that raters disagree more about ESG outcome metrics than input metrics (policies), and that disclosure appears to amplify disagreement more for outcomes. Last, we examine consequences of ESG disagreement and find that greater ESG disagreement is associated with higher return volatility, larger absolute price movements, and a lower likelihood of issuing external financing. Overall, our findings highlight that ESG disclosure generally exacerbates ESG rating disagreement rather than resolves it.

AI Foundations Self Study is a high-impact, on-demand training program crafted for accounting professionals who want to quickly and securely master generative AI tools like ChatGPT. Adapted from our immersive instructor-led experience, this self-paced version delivers all the essentials of our three-week program in a flexible, interactive format that fits your schedule. Through a curated mix of recorded demonstrations, guided exercises, and real-world accounting scenarios, you will learn how to:     Set up and personalize ChatGPT with strong data security practices     Craft precise and effective prompts tailored to your professional needs     Apply advanced AI strategies to common accounting workflows such as client communication, financial analysis, and process documentation   Whether you are automating routine tasks, enhancing deliverables, or brainstorming new solutions, this course gives you the skills and confidence to integrate generative AI into your accounting work without compromising professional standards or data protection.   To maximize your experience, we recommend subscribing to ChatGPT Plus ($20 per month) to access the features used throughout the course.Build your AI foundation with confidence, at your own pace.   Exclusive Bonus Opportunities When You Register!6 Monthly AI Update Calls – Available exclusively to graduates of TB Academy programs and courses. Stay ahead of the curve! The instructors will host monthly AI update calls on the last Thursday of each month. Join these live discussions to explore the latest AI developments and trends plus learn some AI additional tips and tricks.

2025 OSCPA Business & Industry Conference On-demand Group CPE Training Package On-demand Group CPE Training Package Fee = $355 The 2025 OSCPA Business & Industry Conference On-demand Group CPE Training Package includes: Link to the recorded program One on-site CPE Credit Compliance Packet Two sets of participant materials plus one set of discussion leader materials (note: to qualify for CPE, you must have a discussion leader in addition to minimum of two participants) For groups with more than two participants, additional materials are required for each participant ($99 per additional participant). What do you need to do to offer the On-demand Group CPE Training Package? To provide CPE credit, the Oregon Board of Accountancy rules require you to follow specific rules pertaining to CPE as the sponsor for your locally offered program. Firm/business supplies a qualified discussion leader to assure CPE credit for each participant. The qualified discussion leader moderates the video replay, leads discussion and answers participants' questions. The on-site CPE Credit Compliance Packet (mentioned above) provides the materials and information you need for your program to comply with the Oregon Board of Accountancy rules for Continuing Professional Education. The packet provides planning tools and required program documents. Requires a minimum of two participants plus a qualified discussion leader. Paperless (electronic) materials are provided for the discussion leader and each participant. The On-demand Group CPE Training Package will be available October 30, 2025.

2025 OSCPA Business & Industry Conference On-demand Informational Only (No CPE) Training Package Are you unable to attend the 2025 Business & Industry Conference? The conference will be recorded so you can still receive the latest updates on nonprofit topics. The Informational Package, NOT designed for CPE credit, includes a link to the recorded program and one set of participant materials. Note: All sales are final. The Informational (No CPE) Package will be available October 31, 2025.

2025 OSCPA Northwest Federal Tax Conference™ On-demand Group CPE Training Package On-demand Group CPE Training Package Fee = $645 The 2025 OSCPA Northwest Federal Tax Conference™ On-demand Group CPE Training Package includes: Link to the recorded program One on-site CPE Credit Compliance Packet Two sets of participant materials plus one set of discussion leader materials (note: to qualify for CPE, you must have a discussion leader in addition to minimum of two participants) For groups with more than two participants, additional materials are required for each participant ($169 per additional participant). What do you need to do to offer the On-demand Group CPE Training Package? To provide CPE credit, the Oregon Board of Accountancy rules require you to follow specific rules pertaining to CPE as the sponsor for your locally offered program. Firm/business supplies a qualified discussion leader to assure CPE credit for each participant. The qualified discussion leader moderates the video replay, leads discussion and answers participants' questions. The on-site CPE Credit Compliance Packet (mentioned above) provides the materials and information you need for your program to comply with the Oregon Board of Accountancy rules for Continuing Professional Education. The packet provides planning tools and required program documents. Requires a minimum of two participants plus a qualified discussion leader. Paperless (electronic) materials are provided for the discussion leader and each participant. The On-demand Group CPE Training Package will be available November 26, 2025.