Two of the hottest topics in the CPA profession today are CAS (client advisory services) and ChatGPT. This course will explain how to bring these two worlds together by integrating ChatGPT and other generative AI applications into your client advisory services. John Higgins, a leading advisor to the profession on ChatGPT and a seasoned client advisor on technology based solutions, will show you how you can position your firm and yourself as a "go to" advisor on how to embrace this technology in virtually any type of business. John will address how to use this technology as a research and writing assistant in your client services and how to advise your clients on this revolutionary technology and all benefits and "gotchas" that come with it. If you want to step up your advisory game, this course is a "must take." This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.

The major topics covered in this course include:

• ChatGPT and generative AI technology primer
• Building your generative AI vocabulary
• Dig deeper into your engagement research to develop a higher quality advisory service
• Polish your client reporting with the help of ChatGPT
• Developing your ChatGPT client advisory services
  • Start with client education. You don’t need to be a technical expert to be an educator
  • Use AI to help your clients automate their workflows / business processes
  • Build better spreadsheets with ChatGPT and Excel
  • Help your clients identify, evaluate and select applications for their business

Who will benefit:

Anyone who wants to enhance their client advisory services by integrating AI into the mix.

This webcast is hosted on CPA Crossing platform. Attendees will receive instructions on how to attend the webcast via e-mail.

In this cutting-edge course, participants will gain a deep understanding of how to leverage ChatGPT, OpenAI's powerful language model, to innovate and enhance business advisory services in the accounting sector. The course integrates theory and practice, demonstrating how various enterprise evaluation methodologies can be applied in conjunction with ChatGPT for increased business analysis efficiency, profitability, and growth. It also provides hands-on training for implementing these techniques in real-world scenarios. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.

• Introduction to ChatGPT and its applications in the business advisory context
• In-depth exploration of enterprise evaluation methodologies like SWOT, PESTLE, BCG Matrix, McKinsey 7S Model, Ansoff Matrix, etc.
• Practical case studies demonstrating application of ChatGPT in accounting business analysis
• Key challenges faced by accounting firms and how ChatGPT can help overcome these
• Best practices for implementing AI tools in the accounting sector
• Future opportunities and trends in AI-enhanced business advisory services

Who will benefit:

Ideal for business advisors, owners, analysts, accountants and consultants interested in leveraging AI tools to enhance service offerings. Suitable for AI students and researchers, data science, and business administration wanting to explore practical applications of AI in business advisory domains.

This webcast is hosted on CPA Crossing platform. Attendees will receive instructions on how to attend the webcast via e-mail.

The course provides a concise overview of how to use ChatGPT to more effectively and efficiently research IRS taxation law. It delves into techniques for extracting precise information from complex tax legislation, interpreting IRS guidelines with AI assistance, and utilizing ChatGPT's advanced language models for nuanced legal analysis. Participants will learn how to streamline their research process, identify relevant tax law precedents, and apply AI insights to real-world tax scenarios, enhancing their professional proficiency in navigating the intricate world of IRS taxation. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.

The major topics that will be covered in this course include:

• Utilizing ChatGPT for IRS Tax Law Research:
  Principles and Practices
• Navigating IRS Databases Using Advanced AI Techniques
• Using IRS Prompt Templates:
  In-depth Analysis and Application
• ChatGPT in Action:
  Case Studies and Real-World Scenarios
• Exploring IRS Tax Laws:
  Strategies, Loopholes, and Compliance
• Error Prevention and Correction in Tax Law Research
• Future Trends:
  AI's Evolving Role in Taxation and Accounting

Who will benefit:

This course is ideal for accountants seeking to integrate AI technology into their tax research methods. It is particularly beneficial for professionals aiming to enhance their analytical skills, improve data interpretation, and stay ahead in the rapidly evolving field of taxation.

This webcast is hosted on CPA Crossing platform. Attendees will receive instructions on how to attend the webcast via e-mail.

The presentation highlights the game-changing potential of ChatGPT in the realm of AI-driven conversations and its specific benefits for accountants in their analytical and advisory roles. It demonstrates how this AI tool can be seamlessly integrated into various platforms, making it a versatile and valuable addition to accountants' professional toolkits. With its unprecedented language capabilities, ChatGPT opens up new horizons for interactions with artificial intelligence. You'll walk away with a foundational understanding of the limitless potential of AI chatbots and how these new digital tools can help accountants enhance productivity and deliver superior value to their clients and stakeholders. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available for questions during the event.

• ChatGPT Basics
• Custom Instructions
• Playground
• OpenAI API Key
• ChatGPT in Bing
• ChatGPT in Excel
• Microsoft 365 Copilot
• ChatGPT in Google Sheets
• ChatGPT in Google Docs
• Plugins
• Code Interpreter
• Using ChatGPT for Financial Analysis
• ChatGPT File Uploader
• ChatPDF

Who will benefit:

This course is ideal for accountants, auditors, and financial professionals intrigued by AI and seeking to incorporate modern tools like ChatGPT into their workflows. It will be especially beneficial for those interested in improving efficiency, client communication, and data analysis using AI.

This webcast is hosted on CPA Crossing platform. Attendees will receive instructions on how to attend the webcast via e-mail.

In this innovative course, participants will learn to combine the power of artificial intelligence with the functionality of Microsoft Excel. You will learn how to leverage ChatGPT, OpenAI's powerful language model, to improve your Excel skills and decrease the time it takes to build spreadsheets. The course will include a quick introduction to ChatGPT but the majority of the time will be spent using ChatGPT to create an Excel spreadsheet. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.

• Introduction to ChatGPT and other AI (Artificial Intelligence) language models
• Discussion of best practices for using ChatGPT with Excel
• Use ChatGPT to create, debug and explain formulas
• Use ChatGPT to learn how to use Excel features
• Use ChatGPT to automate repetitive tasks in Excel
• Use ChatGPT to easily create macros

Who will benefit:

This course is designed for students, professionals, and enthusiasts seeking to leverage the potential of ChatGPT to enhance their Excel skills and productivity.

This webcast is hosted on CPA Crossing platform. Attendees will receive instructions on how to attend the webcast via e-mail.

Don't look now, but ChatGPT is taking the business world, including the accounting profession, by storm. Every CPA, whether in public accounting or working in corporate, should have a fundamental understanding of ChatGPT and generative AI applications more broadly. This course will provide you with a foundation of knowledge about ChatGPT technology that will prepare you to have conversations with clients, customers, colleagues and service providers. More importantly, you will learn how to leverage ChatGPT to increase your personal productivity. If you feel your ChatGPT knowledge is lacking, that will not be the case after you attend this course, taught by John Higgins, one of the leading technology strategists and thought leaders for the accounting profession. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.

The major topics covered in this course include:

• Overview of the current landscape for AI in business
• History of ChatGPT and generative AI
• Fundamentals of generative AI technology and related nomenclature
• ABC's of how to use ChatGPT
• Demonstration of practical ChatGPT applications for accounting, finance and tax
• A word of caution:
  What you should be concerned about
• Developing a ChatGPT usage policy for your firm / business

Who will benefit:

Anyone who wants to develop a fundamental understanding of ChatGPT and its potential impact on accounting, finance and tax.

This webcast is hosted on CPA Crossing platform. Attendees will receive instructions on how to attend the webcast via e-mail.

This course provides a concise overview of how to utilize ChatGPT for advanced financial analysis in accounting. The session reveals how to combine sophisticated evaluation and interpretation of financial data with the cutting-edge AI capabilities of ChatGPT. Aimed at enhancing the understanding of an entity's performance, predicting future financial health, and aiding in informed business decision-making, this course goes beyond basic financial statement analysis to include a wide array of techniques and tools. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.

The major topics that will be covered in this course include:

• Financial Modeling with ChatGPT Integration
• Advanced Ratio Analysis Techniques
• Risk Assessment and Scenario Analysis
• Valuation Methods and ChatGPT Applications
• Utilizing Performance Metrics in Financial Analysis
• Data Analysis and Interpretation with AI
• Investment Analysis Enhanced by ChatGPT

Who will benefit:

Accountants and financial analysts seeking to deepen their expertise in financial analysis through the integration of AI and ChatGPT tools will greatly benefit from this course.

This webcast is hosted on CPA Crossing platform. Attendees will receive instructions on how to attend the webcast via e-mail.