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AI, Technology & Innovation

Introduction to Machine Learning for CPAs (On-Demand - Sheriff Consulting)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online On-Demand
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar

Overview

Machine learning is a branch of artificial intelligence (AI) that our society is interacting with frequently and, in many cases, unknowingly.

Our awareness of machine learning is often obscured by other more dramatic branches of AI, including strong AI (robots with human intelligence), which we often see in television and film, such as HAL 900 in Stanley Kubrick’s classic film 2001 A Space Odyssey.

It is machine learning that is significantly impacting our personal and professional lives.  From relatively harmless examples such as our streaming services recommending a new film to high stakes decisions involving our social networks, machine learning is moving to the front and center of how we make decisions.

As CPAs, we are also interacting and using machine learning applications in our professional services include assurance, tax and controllership roles. CPAs must understand what machine learning is and the increasing role it will play in the services we provide.  This on-demand course will take us through an introductory knowledge of machine learning and the implications of machine learning for the profession.

Content

  • understanding the branches of artificial intelligence
  • defining machine learning
  • identifying practical examples of machine learning
  • the impact of machine learning on the CPA profession
  • understanding the ethical implications of machine learning

Presenter

Garth Sheriff, CPA, CA, CIA


Access expires 180 days from purchase date.

 

About 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

Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Past
Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Past
Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Past
Course Details
Cost
$95
Members
$95
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
1.5
CPD Hours
0.5
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
3
Credits
Special Notes
Access to all paid on-demand learning courses will be for 180 days from the date of purchase. Please disregard any reference to the dates of either August 31 or March 31 which is for internal purposes only.

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.

AI, Technology & Innovation

Introduction to Machine Learning for CPAs (On-Demand - Sheriff Consulting)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online On-Demand
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
Course Details
Cost
$95
Members
$95
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
1.5
CPD Hours
0.5
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
3
Credits

Overview

Machine learning is a branch of artificial intelligence (AI) that our society is interacting with frequently and, in many cases, unknowingly.

Our awareness of machine learning is often obscured by other more dramatic branches of AI, including strong AI (robots with human intelligence), which we often see in television and film, such as HAL 900 in Stanley Kubrick’s classic film 2001 A Space Odyssey.

It is machine learning that is significantly impacting our personal and professional lives.  From relatively harmless examples such as our streaming services recommending a new film to high stakes decisions involving our social networks, machine learning is moving to the front and center of how we make decisions.

As CPAs, we are also interacting and using machine learning applications in our professional services include assurance, tax and controllership roles. CPAs must understand what machine learning is and the increasing role it will play in the services we provide.  This on-demand course will take us through an introductory knowledge of machine learning and the implications of machine learning for the profession.

Content

  • understanding the branches of artificial intelligence
  • defining machine learning
  • identifying practical examples of machine learning
  • the impact of machine learning on the CPA profession
  • understanding the ethical implications of machine learning

Presenter

Garth Sheriff, CPA, CA, CIA


Access expires 180 days from purchase date.

 

About 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

Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Past
Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Past
Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Past
Special Notes
Access to all paid on-demand learning courses will be for 180 days from the date of purchase. Please disregard any reference to the dates of either August 31 or March 31 which is for internal purposes only.

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.