CPE Catalog & Events

This session continues the discussion about external data and digs into the details for retrieving data from other sources. Pull data from an Access database using Microsoft Query; learn how to retrieve data from simple text files; and prepare data for use with Excel. This session concludes by examining several data visualization tools in Excel, including PivotCharts. This is part 10 of a 10-part series: Module 1: Fundamental Features Module 2: Fundamental Functions, Concepts, Techniques Module 3: Six Critical Excel Functions Module 4: Handling Errors and Comparing Lists Module 5: Date and Text Functions Module 6: Time-Saving Techniques Module 7: Introduction to PivotTables Module 8: PivotTable vs. Formula-Based Reports Module 9: PivotTable Wrap-Up and Web Data Module 10: Getting, Preparing and Summarizing Data

The Excel Power User series is designed to help improve your Excel proficiency and enable you to get your Excel tasks done more quickly. In the first session, we'll cover the fundamental features that help build a solid foundation. We'll continue to integrate these features as we proceed throughout the series. This is part 1 of a 10-part series: Module 1: Fundamental Features Module 2: Fundamental Functions, Concepts, Techniques Module 3: Six Critical Excel Functions Module 4: Handling Errors and Comparing Lists Module 5: Date and Text Functions Module 6: Time-Saving Techniques Module 7: Introduction to PivotTables Module 8: PivotTable vs. Formula-Based Reports Module 9: PivotTable Wrap-Up and Web Data Module 10: Getting, Preparing and Summarizing Data

Cover fundamental functions, concepts and techniques that provide a firm foundation for our workbooks. Continue to integrate these items as we proceed throughout the series. This is part 2 of a 10-part series: Module 1: Fundamental Features Module 2: Fundamental Functions, Concepts, Techniques Module 3: Six Critical Excel Functions Module 4: Handling Errors and Comparing Lists Module 5: Date and Text Functions Module 6: Time-Saving Techniques Module 7: Introduction to PivotTables Module 8: PivotTable vs. Formula-Based Reports Module 9: PivotTable Wrap-Up and Web Data Module 10: Getting, Preparing and Summarizing Data

Explore six important Excel functions that enable us to automate a variety of tasks, as well as continue to integrate these functions as we proceed throughout the series. This is part 3 of a 10-part series: Module 1: Fundamental Features Module 2: Fundamental Functions, Concepts, Techniques Module 3: Six Critical Excel Functions Module 4: Handling Errors and Comparing Lists Module 5: Date and Text Functions Module 6: Time-Saving Techniques Module 7: Introduction to PivotTables Module 8: PivotTable vs. Formula-Based Reports Module 9: PivotTable Wrap-Up and Web Data Module 10: Getting, Preparing and Summarizing Data

Examine functions that help us trap and handle errors and discuss efficient methods to perform list comparisons. Continue to integrate these features as we proceed throughout the series. This is part 4 of a 10-part series: Module 1: Fundamental Features Module 2: Fundamental Functions, Concepts, Techniques Module 3: Six Critical Excel Functions Module 4: Handling Errors and Comparing Lists Module 5: Date and Text Functions Module 6: Time-Saving Techniques Module 7: Introduction to PivotTables Module 8: PivotTable vs. Formula-Based Reports Module 9: PivotTable Wrap-Up and Web Data Module 10: Getting, Preparing and Summarizing Data

Explore functions that operate on—and return—date values and text strings. You'll continue to integrate these features as we proceed throughout the series. This is part 5 of a 10-part series: Module 1: Fundamental Features Module 2: Fundamental Functions, Concepts, Techniques Module 3: Six Critical Excel Functions Module 4: Handling Errors and Comparing Lists Module 5: Date and Text Functions Module 6: Time-Saving Techniques Module 7: Introduction to PivotTables Module 8: PivotTable vs. Formula-Based Reports Module 9: PivotTable Wrap-Up and Web Data Module 10: Getting, Preparing and Summarizing Data

Apply numerous features and functions examined in previous sessions in a variety of time-savings techniques. Continue to integrate these features as we proceed throughout the series. This is part 6 of a 10-part series Module 1: Fundamental Features Module 2: Fundamental Functions, Concepts, Techniques Module 3: Six Critical Excel Functions Module 4: Handling Errors and Comparing Lists Module 5: Date and Text Functions Module 6: Time-Saving Techniques Module 7: Introduction to PivotTables Module 8: PivotTable vs. Formula-Based Reports Module 9: PivotTable Wrap-Up and Web Data Module 10: Getting, Preparing and Summarizing Data

This session introduces the PivotTable feature and covers the basics. Learn the four report layout areas, rows, columns, values and filters. Then you will learn how to update PivotTable reports and ensure that any new transactions appended to the data source are included in the report. You will explore how to create monthly columns and how to properly format the values in a PivotTable. This is part 7 of a 10-part series: Module 1: Fundamental Features Module 2: Fundamental Functions, Concepts, Techniques Module 3: Six Critical Excel Functions Module 4: Handling Errors and Comparing Lists Module 5: Date and Text Functions Module 6: Time-Saving Techniques Module 7: Introduction to PivotTables Module 8: PivotTable vs. Formula-Based Reports Module 9: PivotTable Wrap-Up and Web Data Module 10: Getting, Preparing and Summarizing Data

This session begins by comparing the formula-based reports we built previously to PivotTables. Dig into the details between these two report types so you are comfortable with applying them to specific workbooks. Create two versions of many reports, one version with formulas and the other with PivotTables so you become comfortable replacing formula-based reports with PivotTables when appropriate. This is part 8 of a 10-part series: Module 1: Fundamental Features Module 2: Fundamental Functions, Concepts, Techniques Module 3: Six Critical Excel Functions Module 4: Handling Errors and Comparing Lists Module 5: Date and Text Functions Module 6: Time-Saving Techniques Module 7: Introduction to PivotTables Module 8: PivotTable vs. Formula-Based Reports Module 9: PivotTable Wrap-Up and Web Data Module 10: Getting, Preparing and Summarizing Data

This session concludes the PivotTable discussion by examining various ways to present report values; discussing the subtly of properly sorting a recurring-use PivotTable; and covering numerous filtering options, including slicers. Next you'll explore the look-up function designed specifically to retrieve values from PivotTables. The session concludes by transitioning to data acquisition techniques, and you'll retrieve data from perhaps the largest external data source of all—the Internet. This is part 9 of a 10-part series Module 1: Fundamental Features Module 2: Fundamental Functions, Concepts, Techniques Module 3: Six Critical Excel Functions Module 4: Handling Errors and Comparing Lists Module 5: Date and Text Functions Module 6: Time-Saving Techniques Module 7: Introduction to PivotTables Module 8: PivotTable vs. Formula-Based Reports Module 9: PivotTable Wrap-Up and Web Data Module 10: Getting, Preparing and Summarizing Data

This course discusses the basics of accounting and financial reporting for exchange and agency transactions of not-for-profit entities (NFPs).

This course discusses accounting for certain expenses, contrasts them with losses, and summarizes recognition, measurement, and financial statement display issues for those items that are unique to not-for-profit entities (NFPs).

This foundational course provides essential strategies and tactics for CPAs and financial professionals serving as expert witnesses in depositions. Led by Brian Peter Brinig, JD, CPA/ABV, ASA—an experienced forensic expert with over 600 depositions and 300 trial appearances—the course outlines the expert's ethical and professional responsibilities, the civil discovery process, and the critical role of depositions in litigation. You'll learn the difference between percipient and expert witnesses, understand the legal framework of opinion evidence, and gain actionable guidance on preparing for and performing effectively in depositions. Key content includes the "Ten Commandments for Expert Testimony," strategic insights into the adversarial nature of litigation, and how to avoid common pitfalls that can undermine credibility. By the end of the course, you'll be equipped with the tools to protect your professional opinions, remain composed under pressure, and navigate depositions with integrity and precision.

This course examines actual fraud circumstances through the lens of potential prevention. We will examine how selected frauds were accomplished and consider what internal controls may have prevented fraudsters' ability to accomplish their nefarious acts.

Jess LeDonne, Director of Policy and Legislative Affairs at The Bonadio Group, discusses the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its impact on businesses. Effective January 1, 2024, the CTA requires many companies, especially smaller ones, to report beneficial ownership information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) to enhance transparency and combat illicit activities. LeDonne emphasizes that while larger corporations may be exempt, smaller entities must comply to avoid severe penalties. She outlines key aspects of the reporting requirements and advises that straightforward filings can often be managed using FinCEN's resources, but complex situations may require legal counsel.

This course covers fair value concepts unique to not-for-profit entities (NFPs).

Learn to recall and identify the related accounting standards from the FASB Accounting Standards Codification© .

Covers the development of tests of controls and substantive tests for financial instruments.

Examines the core principles of the Current Expected Credit Loss impairment standard.

An overview of FASB ASC 820 fair value measurements with a focus on valuation complexities and risks.