An Accountant's Guide to Blockchain and Cryptocurrency (On-Demand - K2E)
Overview
For many accounting and financial professionals, blockchain and cryptocurrency remain mysteries. Yet, these technologies offer great promise and continue to move toward mainstream adoption. Attend this session to gain a better understanding of these tools.
Access expires 180 days from purchase date |
Course Description
While more popular than ever, few business professionals understand these technologies and their capabilities, risks, and potential impacts on business operations and processes, such as contract execution, recording and maintaining real estate ownership records, and supply chains. Unfortunately, this incredible technology is a mystery for most accounting professionals. This course will provide an in-depth look at this technology, including a detailed overview of the underlying technology, the benefits, the risks, the major players, and many practical applications. By attending this session, you will gain a deeper understanding of the inner workings of this technology and recommendations for getting started.
Applicable for
Learning Objectives
- define blockchain and identify an example of blockchain technology currently in use
- list examples of how blockchain uses encryption to make the resulting ledger tamper-resistant
- identify at least four possible uses for blockchain-based ledgers
- define cryptocurrency and list the four major cryptocurrencies used today
- list examples of benefits and risks associated with using cryptocurrencies
Content
- understanding the fundamental tenets of blockchain technology
- examples of applied applications of blockchain technology
- identifying leading cryptocurrencies available today
- understanding risks associated with cryptocurrencies
Course Content Created: June 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 While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur.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.About This Product
On-Demand Courses by K2E. For over three decades, the team of professionals at K2E has created and presented the finest in technology-focused education. Today, their focus remains unchanged – delivering outstanding value to customers with every interaction.
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 log in using your CPABC Online Services credentials. Click “Go to your Courses and Materials” to go to your Learning Center, then find and click on your course title.
Course Dates & Registration
- 4
- CPD Hours
- 0
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 5
- 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.
An Accountant's Guide to Blockchain and Cryptocurrency (On-Demand - K2E)
- 4
- CPD Hours
- 0
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 5
- Credits
Overview
For many accounting and financial professionals, blockchain and cryptocurrency remain mysteries. Yet, these technologies offer great promise and continue to move toward mainstream adoption. Attend this session to gain a better understanding of these tools.
Access expires 180 days from purchase date |
Course Description
While more popular than ever, few business professionals understand these technologies and their capabilities, risks, and potential impacts on business operations and processes, such as contract execution, recording and maintaining real estate ownership records, and supply chains. Unfortunately, this incredible technology is a mystery for most accounting professionals. This course will provide an in-depth look at this technology, including a detailed overview of the underlying technology, the benefits, the risks, the major players, and many practical applications. By attending this session, you will gain a deeper understanding of the inner workings of this technology and recommendations for getting started.
Applicable for
Learning Objectives
- define blockchain and identify an example of blockchain technology currently in use
- list examples of how blockchain uses encryption to make the resulting ledger tamper-resistant
- identify at least four possible uses for blockchain-based ledgers
- define cryptocurrency and list the four major cryptocurrencies used today
- list examples of benefits and risks associated with using cryptocurrencies
Content
- understanding the fundamental tenets of blockchain technology
- examples of applied applications of blockchain technology
- identifying leading cryptocurrencies available today
- understanding risks associated with cryptocurrencies
Course Content Created: June 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.About This Product
On-Demand Courses by K2E. For over three decades, the team of professionals at K2E has created and presented the finest in technology-focused education. Today, their focus remains unchanged – delivering outstanding value to customers with every interaction.
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 log in using your CPABC Online Services credentials. Click “Go to your Courses and Materials” to go to your Learning Center, then find and click on your course title.
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.