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AI, Technology & Innovation
Internet Security Tools for Accountants (Live Webinar)
DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
NEW SEMINAR
Overview
This course provides a concise overview of essential cybersecurity tools, frameworks, and best practices specifically tailored for accounting professionals and firms.
| This is an online virtual offering. Live webinars have varying levels of expected interaction, with some requiring microphone and camera capabilities to support a proper learning experience – please email pdreg@bccpa.ca if you have concerns. |
Course Description
With accountants being prime targets for cybercriminals due to their access to sensitive financial data, this course emphasizes practical security measures and tools that protect both firm and client interests. Through hands-on examples and case studies, participants will learn to identify, evaluate, and implement appropriate security solutions for their practice.
Applicable for
Accounting professionals, firm managers, and practitioners who handle sensitive financial data and seek to strengthen their cybersecurity measures to protect both their practice and their clients.
Learning Objectives
- Define the core functionalities and benefits of AI agents like GPT Builder and niche
- Evaluate appropriate cybersecurity frameworks for accounting firm implementation
- Implement essential security tools to protect sensitive financial data
- Analyze potential security threats specific to accounting operations
- Design comprehensive incident response plans for cyber attacks
- Apply best practices for secure client data handling and communication
- Assess cloud security solutions for accounting software and data storage
- Develop strategies to protect against emerging cyber threats in accounting
Content
- Cybersecurity frameworks and their application in accounting practices (NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT)
- Essential security tools for protecting client financial data and communications
- Advanced authentication methods and access control systems
- Cloud security solutions for accounting software and data storage
- Ransomware prevention and incident response planning
- AI-powered security tools and their role in modern accounting practices
- Security considerations for remote accounting work and client collaboration
Course Dates & Registration
Aug 20, 2025
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Garrett Wasny
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Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Past
Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience
| To enhance the virtual learning experience, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration. |
Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department.
Course Details
Cost
$210
Members
$210
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
- 3.5
- CPD Hours
- 0
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
Passport
- 5
- Credits
Interested in similar content?
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
Internet Security Tools for Accountants (Live Webinar)
DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
NEW SEMINAR
Course Details
Cost
$210
Members
$210
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
- 3.5
- CPD Hours
- 0
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
Passport
- 5
- Credits
Overview
This course provides a concise overview of essential cybersecurity tools, frameworks, and best practices specifically tailored for accounting professionals and firms.
| This is an online virtual offering. Live webinars have varying levels of expected interaction, with some requiring microphone and camera capabilities to support a proper learning experience – please email pdreg@bccpa.ca if you have concerns. |
Course Description
With accountants being prime targets for cybercriminals due to their access to sensitive financial data, this course emphasizes practical security measures and tools that protect both firm and client interests. Through hands-on examples and case studies, participants will learn to identify, evaluate, and implement appropriate security solutions for their practice.
Applicable for
Accounting professionals, firm managers, and practitioners who handle sensitive financial data and seek to strengthen their cybersecurity measures to protect both their practice and their clients.
Learning Objectives
- Define the core functionalities and benefits of AI agents like GPT Builder and niche
- Evaluate appropriate cybersecurity frameworks for accounting firm implementation
- Implement essential security tools to protect sensitive financial data
- Analyze potential security threats specific to accounting operations
- Design comprehensive incident response plans for cyber attacks
- Apply best practices for secure client data handling and communication
- Assess cloud security solutions for accounting software and data storage
- Develop strategies to protect against emerging cyber threats in accounting
Content
- Cybersecurity frameworks and their application in accounting practices (NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT)
- Essential security tools for protecting client financial data and communications
- Advanced authentication methods and access control systems
- Cloud security solutions for accounting software and data storage
- Ransomware prevention and incident response planning
- AI-powered security tools and their role in modern accounting practices
- Security considerations for remote accounting work and client collaboration
Course Dates & Registration
Aug 20, 2025
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Garrett Wasny
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FITP is a Certified Management Consultant, AI educator, and digital transformation advisor specializing in the accounting profession. An award-winning instructor recognized with the 2025 MYCPE Award for innovation in professional education, Garrett has trained tens of thousands of CPAs and accountants in more than 60 countries. His programs focus on practical applications of artificial intelligence, helping financial professionals strengthen judgment, governance, and decision-making in an AI-driven world.
Past
Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience
| To enhance the virtual learning experience, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration. |
Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department.
Interested in similar content?
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.