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AI, Technology & Innovation

AI Prompt Engineering Master Class for Accountants (Live Webinar - Multi Segment)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
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Overview

Prompt engineering is becoming an essential skill for accounting professionals seeking to maximize the value of generative AI tools. This course provides a practical introduction to designing effective prompts for applications such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity. Participants will learn how to improve the quality, accuracy, and relevance of AI-generated outputs to support financial analysis, research, workflow automation, and advisory services while strengthening their ability to use AI responsibly and effectively.AI adoption, helping accounting professionals move beyond theory to practical application. Participants will gain insights into AI implementation, risk management, innovation, and governance, while developing strategies to support responsible and effective AI use within their organizations.



This live virtual seminar is offered in collaboration with CPA Western Provinces. The content is applicable to all participants.

This course has offering(s) that take place over multiple segments:
Oct 26 & 28 2026 | 9:00am-12:30pm
Mar
 15 & 17 2026 | 9:00am-12:30pm

Course Description

Designed for CPAs and finance professionals, this course explores practical prompt engineering techniques that enhance collaboration with generative AI tools. Participants will learn how to structure prompts, refine AI interactions, evaluate outputs, and apply AI effectively across accounting, tax, audit, and advisory functions. The session emphasizes critical thinking, professional judgment, and strategies for improving the quality and reliability of AI-assisted work.

Applicable for

This course is ideal for CPAs, auditors, controllers, and financial analysts seeking to elevate their work with generative AI and become future-ready professionals.

Learning Objectives

  • Define AI prompt engineering and its relevance to accounting tasks.
  • Apply role-based prompting to enhance AI collaboration.
  • Deconstruct complex accounting problems into structured prompts.
  • Customize AI responses using tone, length, and audience parameters.
  • Evaluate AI outputs for logic, accuracy, and ethical integrity.
  • Formulate prompts that surface contrarian insights and minimize bias.
  • Create advanced prompts to support audit, tax, and advisory functions.

Content

  • Fundamentals of AI prompt engineering in accounting
  • Dynamic roles: shifting between creative director, troubleshooter, and domain expert
  • Granular task decomposition for precision and efficiency
  • Voice engagement and multimodal AI collaboration
  • Advanced prompt modifiers: tone, length, audience, and style
  • Tools for minimizing hallucinations and blind spots
  • Contrarian prompts, self-critique, and insight ranking techniques

Course Dates & Registration

Oct 26 - 28, 2026
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Garrett Wasny
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.
Available
Mar 15 - 17, 2027
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Garrett Wasny
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.
Available
Aug 24 - 25, 2026
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Garrett Wasny
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.
Past
Dec 17, 2025
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Online Virtual
Garrett Wasny
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.
Past

Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience

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. 

In general, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on to enhance their virtual learning experience. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration.

Live Webinar FAQs can be found here.  

 

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
$425
Members
$475
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
7
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
10
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.

AI, Technology & Innovation

AI Prompt Engineering Master Class for Accountants (Live Webinar - Multi Segment)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
You are currently viewing the description and registration page for the Online Virtual delivery format. To view and register for other available formats, click on your selection below.
Other Available Formats
Course Details
Cost
$425
Members
$475
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
7
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
10
Credits

Overview

Prompt engineering is becoming an essential skill for accounting professionals seeking to maximize the value of generative AI tools. This course provides a practical introduction to designing effective prompts for applications such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity. Participants will learn how to improve the quality, accuracy, and relevance of AI-generated outputs to support financial analysis, research, workflow automation, and advisory services while strengthening their ability to use AI responsibly and effectively.AI adoption, helping accounting professionals move beyond theory to practical application. Participants will gain insights into AI implementation, risk management, innovation, and governance, while developing strategies to support responsible and effective AI use within their organizations.



This live virtual seminar is offered in collaboration with CPA Western Provinces. The content is applicable to all participants.

This course has offering(s) that take place over multiple segments:
Oct 26 & 28 2026 | 9:00am-12:30pm
Mar
 15 & 17 2026 | 9:00am-12:30pm

Course Description

Designed for CPAs and finance professionals, this course explores practical prompt engineering techniques that enhance collaboration with generative AI tools. Participants will learn how to structure prompts, refine AI interactions, evaluate outputs, and apply AI effectively across accounting, tax, audit, and advisory functions. The session emphasizes critical thinking, professional judgment, and strategies for improving the quality and reliability of AI-assisted work.

Applicable for

This course is ideal for CPAs, auditors, controllers, and financial analysts seeking to elevate their work with generative AI and become future-ready professionals.

Learning Objectives

  • Define AI prompt engineering and its relevance to accounting tasks.
  • Apply role-based prompting to enhance AI collaboration.
  • Deconstruct complex accounting problems into structured prompts.
  • Customize AI responses using tone, length, and audience parameters.
  • Evaluate AI outputs for logic, accuracy, and ethical integrity.
  • Formulate prompts that surface contrarian insights and minimize bias.
  • Create advanced prompts to support audit, tax, and advisory functions.

Content

  • Fundamentals of AI prompt engineering in accounting
  • Dynamic roles: shifting between creative director, troubleshooter, and domain expert
  • Granular task decomposition for precision and efficiency
  • Voice engagement and multimodal AI collaboration
  • Advanced prompt modifiers: tone, length, audience, and style
  • Tools for minimizing hallucinations and blind spots
  • Contrarian prompts, self-critique, and insight ranking techniques

Course Dates & Registration

Oct 26 - 28, 2026
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Garrett Wasny
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.
Available
Mar 15 - 17, 2027
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Garrett Wasny
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.
Available
Aug 24 - 25, 2026
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Garrett Wasny
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.
Past
Dec 17, 2025
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Online Virtual
Garrett Wasny
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.
Past

Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience

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. 

In general, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on to enhance their virtual learning experience. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration.

Live Webinar FAQs can be found here.  

 

Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department. 

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.