The Future is Generative AI: What CPAs Need to Know (On-Demand - Sheriff Consulting)
Overview
Generative AI (artificial intelligence), such as Chat GPT and Google’s Bard, has captured the public consciousness more quickly and intensely than other transformative technologies. Fear of missing out (FOMO) is a significant driver in many professionals attempting to understand and maximize generative AI for productivity and income-earning purposes.
Access expires 180 days from purchase date |
Course Description
Generative AI is game-changing, although not necessarily a leap in machine and deep learning innovation. For the CPA Profession, we must grapple with how this technology will integrate with our highly valued skill sets, including:
- Critical thinking
- Professional judgement
- Trust and leadership
Understanding the journey of AI from Alan Turning’s CAPTCHA to generative AI is part of understanding where we are today and where this technology may be heading. And what these developments in AI mean for the CPA profession in terms of our current skill set, development and knowledge.
For full disclosure reasons: The above and below were not written by generative AI.
Applicable for
Content
- define artificial intelligence, machine learning and deep learning
- differentiate between strong AI and weak AI
- define generative AI
- name at least three generative AI platforms
- explain how generative AI creates content
- identify the strengths and opportunities of generative AI for the CPA profession
- identify the weaknesses and threats of generative AI for the CPA profession
- discuss how generative AI will affect our ethical decision-making process
- identify action steps to prepare for the integration of generative AI within our profession
Course Content Created: November 2023
The information is current as of the creation or last updated date. While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur. Purchasers should note the date and verify for themselves if the course is still relevant to their needs.Presenter
Garth Sheriff, CPA, CIAAbout This Product
On-Demand Courses by Sheriff Consulting. Sheriff Consulting specializes in the design and delivery of professional and leadership skill courses for accounting and finance professionals. Their mission is to provide an engaging approach to your continuing professional development (CPD). Their online content is designed for maximum engagement using the latest developments in adult learning pedagogy and current research in technical, professional and leadership skills.
Please note that not all on-demand courses include downloadable materials such as course notes or slides.
How to get started
Upon completion of purchase, go to mylms.bccpa.ca and sign in using your CPABC Online Services login credentials. Find and click on the course title in the Upcoming Courses area. Please note that it can take up to 15 minutes for the course to show.
Course Dates & Registration
- 2
- CPD Hours
- 0
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 3
- Credits
Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.
The Future is Generative AI: What CPAs Need to Know (On-Demand - Sheriff Consulting)
- 2
- CPD Hours
- 0
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 3
- Credits
Overview
Generative AI (artificial intelligence), such as Chat GPT and Google’s Bard, has captured the public consciousness more quickly and intensely than other transformative technologies. Fear of missing out (FOMO) is a significant driver in many professionals attempting to understand and maximize generative AI for productivity and income-earning purposes.
Access expires 180 days from purchase date |
Course Description
Generative AI is game-changing, although not necessarily a leap in machine and deep learning innovation. For the CPA Profession, we must grapple with how this technology will integrate with our highly valued skill sets, including:
- Critical thinking
- Professional judgement
- Trust and leadership
Understanding the journey of AI from Alan Turning’s CAPTCHA to generative AI is part of understanding where we are today and where this technology may be heading. And what these developments in AI mean for the CPA profession in terms of our current skill set, development and knowledge.
For full disclosure reasons: The above and below were not written by generative AI.
Applicable for
Content
- define artificial intelligence, machine learning and deep learning
- differentiate between strong AI and weak AI
- define generative AI
- name at least three generative AI platforms
- explain how generative AI creates content
- identify the strengths and opportunities of generative AI for the CPA profession
- identify the weaknesses and threats of generative AI for the CPA profession
- discuss how generative AI will affect our ethical decision-making process
- identify action steps to prepare for the integration of generative AI within our profession
Course Content Created: November 2023
The information is current as of the creation or last updated date. While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur. Purchasers should note the date and verify for themselves if the course is still relevant to their needs.Presenter
Garth Sheriff, CPA, CIAAbout This Product
On-Demand Courses by Sheriff Consulting. Sheriff Consulting specializes in the design and delivery of professional and leadership skill courses for accounting and finance professionals. Their mission is to provide an engaging approach to your continuing professional development (CPD). Their online content is designed for maximum engagement using the latest developments in adult learning pedagogy and current research in technical, professional and leadership skills.
Please note that not all on-demand courses include downloadable materials such as course notes or slides.
How to get started
Upon completion of purchase, go to mylms.bccpa.ca and sign in using your CPABC Online Services login credentials. Find and click on the course title in the Upcoming Courses area. Please note that it can take up to 15 minutes for the course to show.
Course Dates & Registration
Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.