Webcast: Data Analytics for Accountants and Auditors
116 | Webcast | Intermediate | Scheduled
Description
In the world of "Big Data," virtually all business professionals have become data analysts, at least to some extent. However, that is particularly true in auditing, where internal and external auditors increasingly turn to data analytics to identify situations requiring follow-up and investigation. Those who understand how to use various tools to assist in these efforts benefit by conducting more thorough analyses and achieving superior results in less time.
In this session, you will learn about various tools and techniques you can use for more thorough data analyses. The discussion includes Excel as a data analysis tool, multiple Excel add-ins and Microsoft's Power BI application. If you're seeking to improve your skills in the field of data analytics, this session is the one for you!
Credits
| Number of Credits | Type of Credits |
|---|---|
| 4.00 | Information Technology |
Designed For
Practitioners and business executives who need to know more about data analytics and their importance
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of technology strategy and standards
Highlights
- Understanding the importance of data analytics in modern business environments
- Generating and interpreting data analytics using everyday applications such as Microsoft Office Excel and Microsoft's Power BI platform
- Using regression analysis to create and validate forecasts and projections
Objectives
Upon completing this course, you should be able to:
- List the four types of data analytics and identify situations in which each can be useful in auditing environments
- Identify opportunities to use features in Excel to analyze data in the context of auditing
- Distinguish between business intelligence and data analytics
- Differentiate between correlation and causation
- Cite examples of how Power Query, Power BI, and other tools can streamline and enhance data analytics
Prices
- Member (Early Bird)
- $159.00
- Non-Member (Early Bird)
- $219.00
- Member
- $159.00
- Non-Member
- $219.00
Instructors
Thomas G. Stephens, CPA, CITP, CGMA
Tommy Stephens received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree (Major in Accounting) from Auburn University in 1985. In 1992, he earned a Master of Science degree (Major in Finance) from Georgia State University in Atlanta. Presently, Tommy is a Certified Public Accountant, a Certified Information Technology Professional, and a Chartered Global Management Accountant.
Working as an auditor and technology consultant for an Atlanta-based public accounting firm; Leading an Internal Audit staff and managing a Cost Accounting team for a Fortune 500 company; Serving as a Chief Financial Officer for an international engineering organization; and Founding and managing his public accounting firm that provides accounting, tax, and consulting services to individuals and a variety of small and emerging businesses.
In 1995, Tommy began authoring and presenting continuing professional education courses to accounting and finance professionals. In 2003, he affiliated with K2 Enterprises, and in 2007, he joined the firm as a partner. Over the past twenty-seven years, Tommy has presented over 2,800 educational sessions to over 71,000 participants throughout the United States and Canada.
Tommy maintains professional memberships with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants. Additionally, he is a past member of the Institute of Internal Auditors.
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