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Information Technology
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Technology for Accountants: Don’t Get Left Behind Level: Basic Technology continues to accelerate rapidly, and accountants need to keep pace. This course is designed for those who are not information technology (IT) experts, but who need an update of their base- knowledge level to serve their companies and/or clients more efficiently and effectively. In this fast-paced, update-style course, you will survey today’s IT environment, learning about computer hardware, software, operating systems (including Windows 7 and what it means for you), and peripheral devices. You will also learn about significant trends in information technology and how to take advantage of the opportunities presented by these trends. Examples include working with PDF files, paperless office technologies, and virtual computers, servers, and desktops. Also included are security and privacy issues related to IT; controlling SPAM, viruses, and spyware; and how to improve the overall performance of your IT investment. Throughout the entire course, significant amounts of time are used to demonstrate practical applications of the latest tools that provide accountants in all disciplines with the information they need to harness the power of technology, both now and in the future. Register now for this “don’t miss” opportunity to get the skills you need to enhance the value of your IT investment. Course Highlights · See new developments in computer hardware, including servers, desktop, tablet, netbook, and laptop computers · Learn about Windows 7 and Microsoft Office 2010 · Protect information systems from internal and external attacks · Understand the paperless office and the decision process · Learn how to stay connected, even when you’re away from the office · Use secure communication to stop spyware, viruses, and unauthorized access · And much more… Who should attend: Accountants in public practice or industry who use information technology and/or who are responsible for managing information technology for their firms, clients, or companies Note: This is NOT a hands-on seminar. Prerequisite: None. Seminar Leader: (Instructor Bios Page 22) Ward Jun 1 IT500S ICANS Non-Member: $190 ½ Passport Day 3.5 PD Hrs Information Technology
NEW Tech Tools for Preventing and Detecting Fraud Level: Intermediate Accountants in all walks of the profession are being called upon like never before to prevent and detect fraud. From auditing standards to legal requirements to more demanding boards of directors and management teams, today’s requirements to prevent and detect fraud in businesses of all sizes are unparalleled. Participants in this fast-paced and very practical session will receive the latest guidance on how frauds are committed and on the tools available to prevent and detect these very costly activities. Designed for professionals in both public accounting and private industry, this course will help you to discover and implement leading-edge techniques for preventing and detecting fraud. In this course, you will learn the types of fraud being committed, who is committing these frauds, how much these frauds cost, and some of the early warning signs associated with fraud. More importantly, you will learn how to use leading-edge technology tools to assist you in the ongoing fraud war. Examples of these tools include extracting data with open database connectivity (ODBC) queries, analyzing data for fraud in Excel and Access, key analytical procedure techniques for detecting fraud, and how to use fraud and audit-specific applications such as Active Data, IDEA, and ACL. Now is the time to learn more efficient and effective means for reducing fraud losses and the business risks associated with fraud. Course Highlights: · Understanding the nature of occupational fraud · Learning how much fraud is costing your company and who is committing fraud · Detecting fraudulent transactions with Benford’s Law · Extracting data for analysis using Open Database Connectivity · Learning how to use Excel as a fraud detection tool · Analyzing financial data to detect fraud · Learning how to use audit-specific applications to prevent and to detect fraud. Who should attend: Those in public practice and private industry seeking to minimize their exposure to fraud Note: This is NOT a hands-on seminar Prerequisites: None Seminar Leader: (Instructor Bios Page 22) Ward Jun 1 IT501S ICANS Non-Member: $190 ½ Passport Day 3.5 PD Hrs Information Technology |
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