[WEB4] Data Analytics for CPAs

Description

Technology is constantly changing and with that change, a need arises to reevaluate how we approach auditing. We are seeing more electronic transaction documentation and less paper. Clients want more data analysis and conclusions on the data. In order to stay
ahead of this evolution, we need to understand and develop new techniques in auditing. This course will cover basic knowledge on data analytics with broad application and offer detailed, practical guidance and illustrations.

Highlights

• Overview of data analytics
• Understanding data systems
• Discussion on specialized technologies to aid in the audit plan
• Interrogating data and practical application of specialized technologie

Objectives

• Implement the tools involved with performing data analytic techniques
• Develop best practices and practical tips and tricks related to data analytics
• Increase efficiency and effectiveness in audits using data analytic tools and techniques

Designed For

All accounting and financial professionals looking to gain additional knowledge on data analytics in a general sense as well as through practical analysis.