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The How’s And Why’s Of Data Analytics (On-Demand - K2E)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online On-Demand
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar

Overview

Data analytics is among today’s hottest topics in most professional circles, including accounting. In this session, you will learn about the four types of data analytics and how to use them to make better decisions in virtually all aspects of your business.

 
Access expires 180 days from purchase date

Course Description

Increasingly, accountants and auditors are called upon to use data analytics to understand and improve results. Yet, many professionals struggle with data analytics and remain unaware of how to obtain the needed results using tools they already own.

In this session, you will learn about the four primary types of data analytics and when to use each. Further, you will learn how to generate meaningful analytical measurements using Excel, Power BI, and other tools and, more importantly, how to interpret the results. This session is for you if you seek to use data analytics – and who isn’t.

Applicable for

Accounting and business professionals seeking to learn more about the emerging field of data analytics

Learning Objectives

  • list the four types of data analytics
  • identify examples of analytics available in Excel’s Analysis ToolPak
  • differentiate between correlation and causation
  • identify at least two analytical techniques available in Microsoft’s Power BI platform

Content

  • understanding the four types of data analytics
  • differentiating between correlation and causation
  • how to generate data analytics in Excel and other applications already in use
  • the role of Artificial Intelligence in data analytics

Course Content Created: 2022

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 While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur.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

Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Available
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
$80
Members
$90
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
2
CPD Hours
0
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.
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

The How’s And Why’s Of Data Analytics (On-Demand - K2E)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online On-Demand
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
Course Details
Cost
$80
Members
$90
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
2
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
3
Credits

Overview

Data analytics is among today’s hottest topics in most professional circles, including accounting. In this session, you will learn about the four types of data analytics and how to use them to make better decisions in virtually all aspects of your business.

 
Access expires 180 days from purchase date

Course Description

Increasingly, accountants and auditors are called upon to use data analytics to understand and improve results. Yet, many professionals struggle with data analytics and remain unaware of how to obtain the needed results using tools they already own.

In this session, you will learn about the four primary types of data analytics and when to use each. Further, you will learn how to generate meaningful analytical measurements using Excel, Power BI, and other tools and, more importantly, how to interpret the results. This session is for you if you seek to use data analytics – and who isn’t.

Applicable for

Accounting and business professionals seeking to learn more about the emerging field of data analytics

Learning Objectives

  • list the four types of data analytics
  • identify examples of analytics available in Excel’s Analysis ToolPak
  • differentiate between correlation and causation
  • identify at least two analytical techniques available in Microsoft’s Power BI platform

Content

  • understanding the four types of data analytics
  • differentiating between correlation and causation
  • how to generate data analytics in Excel and other applications already in use
  • the role of Artificial Intelligence in data analytics

Course Content Created: 2022

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

Available on-demand. 180-day access from purchase date.
Available
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.
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.