Blockchain Technology: What Every CPA Should Know
Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price $89.00
Non-Member Price $124.00
Overview
One of the most talked about emerging technologies that has the potential to significantly disrupt the accounting profession is blockchain. This course is designed to bring you up to speed on what this revolutionary technology is all about. You will learn about the concepts, nomenclature, technology and potential applications related to blockchain. This will prepare you to participate in conversations about blockchain technology with your colleagues, peers and others. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Objectives
After attending the presentation you will be able to…
- Recognize the concepts and terminology of blockchain technology
- Formulate a solid understanding of how blockchain works
- Recognize potential applications for blockchain
- Apply the knowledge gained to participate in discussions about blockchain
Highlights
The specific topics that will be presented include:
- An explanation of what blockchain is
- Review of the nomenclature associated with blockchain technology
- Thorough review of the components of a blockchain application
- Review of current and potential applications for blockchain and its impact on commerce
- Potential impact on the CPA profession in accounting and auditing
Designed For
Anyone who wants to become familiar with this rapidly evolving technology
Prerequisites
None
Preparation
None
Notice
You will receive an email from CPA Crossings via Webex with instructions to access the webinar.
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
John Higgins
John serves as a strategic technology advisor to CPAs in the planning and deployment of effective technology solutions. As a principal at CPA Crossings, John specializes in facilitating the development of strategic technology plans, paperless workflows, client portal solutions and a comprehensive digital practice model. John’s primary qualification is his passion for helping CPAs achieve success by leveraging technology. He has extensive knowledge and experience working with CPAs throughout the country. Qualifications and Experience: • Actively involved in working with local, regional and national CPA firms over the past 25 years. • Facilitated hundreds of planning sessions and retreats to develop strategic plans, technology plans, workflow design, innovative client services and more. • Nationally recognized speaker and author on technology issues affecting the CPA procession, with an emphasis on transforming to a digital practice model. • Awarded for being one of the top 25 thought leaders in the accounting procession by The CPA Technology Advisor (www.cpata.com) • Monthly host of “Document Management To Go” Podcast • Former national consulting partner with top 10 CPA firm • Past member of the AICPA Business & Industry Hall Fame • Past Chair of the Michigan Association of CPAs • Past member of the AICPA Council and CPE Advisory Committee • MACPA Innovative User of Technology Award
Non-Member Price $124.00
Member Price $89.00