CPE Catalog & Events
Mission-Critical Leadership: How Smart Managers Lead Well in All Directions
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
Most leadership development focuses on a single direction within the organizational hierarchy: downstream to subordinates. While it is important to be a good boss, leadership is much more than that. The best leaders learn to lead well in all directions. They lead upward to superiors and across among peers throughout the organization. And it all starts with self-leadership. This often overlooked or misunderstood leadership principle is essential to build a thriving and productive culture. This topic is based on Jon’s book, Mission-Critical Leadership: How Smart Managers Lead Well in All Directions. Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: Personal developmentProgram Level: Basic
2025 Tax Legislation: The One Big Beautiful Bill
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Online
2.20 Credits
Member Price: $79
Congress passed on July 3, 2025, one of most consequential tax legislation in recent years. The well-informed tax practitioner will want to stay abreast of these developments! This course will start with a short background of this legislation as it made its way through Congress and to the President's desk. We will then review the final provisions that was approved by the Senate and passed by the House. We will also cover key issues that had been dropped from the initial House version and provide observations for possible future legislation. Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: TaxesProgram Level: Basic
Income Statement Disaggregation: ASC 240-40 25-26
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Online
2.50 Credits
Member Price: $99
The FASB has released a Proposed Accounting Standards Update addressing Disaggregation of Income Statement expenses (Subtopic 220-40). The extent of disclosures that will be required is such that one should be aware of. This new proposal entails much more detail than current requirements for public business entities.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: AccountingProgram Level: Overview
25-26 FASB and AICPA Update (ASU, SAS, Ethics)
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $175
This 4-hour program addresses the latest promulgations of FASB ASU impacting privately-held entities, AICPA SAS and selected AICPA ethics interpretations.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: Accounting, AuditingProgram Level: Intermediate
The Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax and Dynasty Trusts 25-26
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $175
Transfer taxes, such as the estate and gift tax, create a drag on the accumulation of wealth over a family's generations. The government promulgated the generation-skipping transfer (GST) tax to discourage avoidance of the estate and gift tax by families. Randy Gardner explores: GST tax terminology, how the GST tax is calculated, ways to avoid the GST tax, and how to design a dynasty trust to pass property from generation to generation.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: TaxesProgram Level: Overview
Financial & Tax Accounting for S Corporations
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
This program addresses the many complex financial and tax accounting issues that are common in S corporation transactions, with discussion of common pitfalls and the AICPA "small" GAAP accounting standards. This course does not qualify for IRS credit. Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: AccountingProgram Level: Intermediate
Real Estate Taxation 25-26
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $329
Examine significant real estate tax issues and concepts, including planning and compliance topics emphasizing tax elimination or deferral. Discuss the qualified business income deduction (Sec. 199A) as it relates to real estate investments; limited discussion of opportunity zones (Sec. 1400Z-2) relating to real estate; 1031 exchanges; home sale exclusion (IRC Sec. 121); passive activities loss rules; estate planning and gifting with real estate; and California property tax issues, updated for passage of Proposition 19 affecting parent-child transfers and transfer of assessments to a new principal residence.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: TaxesProgram Level: Intermediate
Titans Annual Federal Tax Planning Individual Update 25-26
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $329
Dive into an in-depth analysis of this year's pivotal changes in Federal and California tax law. Discover the latest legislation and stay informed on crucial IRS and FTB guidance. We cover key developments from the IRS, FTB, and courts, providing essential compliance and planning lessons gleaned from recent rulings. Prepare for the tax season by thoroughly reviewing due diligence considerations relevant to all new laws. Titans of Tax 2025 Lineup: Titans of Tax Mid-Year Update 2025 Titans Annual Federal Tax Planning Individual Update 25-26 Titans Annual Federal Tax Planning: Business & Estate Update 25-26Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: TaxesProgram Level: Advanced
The Yellow Book: From Beginning to End
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $225
A comprehensive review of the newest version of the U.S. Government Accountability Office’s Government Auditing Standards, otherwise known as “the Yellow Book.” The standard will affect all auditors who perform audits of government and nonprofit organizations who receive federal funds, or where application of GAO standards is required by law, regulation or contract. It does not address the standards applicable to performance audits. Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: Accounting (governmental), Auditing (governmental)Program Level: Update
Keeping Up with the FASB
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
This course will explore significant elements of the FASB's technical agenda, focusing on recent updates to revenue recognition and lease accounting standards. A Special Purpose Framework overview will be provided, which may reveal salient alternatives to U.S. GAAP for certain entities. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: AccountingProgram Level: BasicThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
The Best Federal Tax Update Course by Surgent
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $299
In this continually revised course, tax advisors will be fully updated on the most recent enacted legislation and IRS guidance, as well as major trends on the horizon with a view toward planning considerations. This update course is designed for all practitioners, both those working in public accounting as well as those in private industry, who need the latest information on tax changes. Please Note: Due to content overlap, it is recommended that this course NOT be taken together with BITU.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: TaxesProgram Level: UpdateThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by Surgent.
Thrive Amidst the Chaos - 3 Steps to Increase Your Energy and Learn to Dance in the Rain
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Online
1.20 Credits
Member Price: $39
Are you running around with a fire extinguisher permanently strapped to your back? Do everyday crises run your life, both at work and at home? Do you find yourself consistently taking care of everyone else with no time left to take care of you? In this session, we dive into controlling your chaos and managing your energy. Make no mistake, this isn't your father's time management class. It’s an energy management class developed on behalf of and with tired, frustrated, and burned out HR professionals like yourselves! If you find yourself drained and drinking far too much coffee, this is the session for you! Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: Personnel / human resourcesProgram Level: Basic
K2's Advanced Collaboration Solutions
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
Collaboration is more important now than ever. In this session, you will learn how to take advantage of today’s collaboration tools to improve accuracy, customer/client service, and organizational efficiency. Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: Computer software & applicationsProgram Level: Intermediate
New PCAOB Quality Control Standard Overview
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
Due to advances in technology, use of outside resources, and more, PCAOB released a new integrated, risk-based standard focused on accountability and continuous improvement for all PCAOB-registered firms. This course will provide an overview of the significant elements and foundational principles of this new standard. Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: AuditingProgram Level: Basic
Annual Update on the 2024 Revised Uniform Guidance And Time & Effort Reporting
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
The Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) pertains to the management of Federal Financial Assistance for grants and cooperative agreements. The Biden Administration has performed a comprehensive update where the revised Uniform Guidance was released in April 2024. We will review all of the significant compliance and threshold changes. In addition, we will provide a brief presentation of the revised guidance as it pertains to Time and Effort reporting. Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: Accounting (governmental), Auditing (governmental)Program Level: Update
International Tax Treaties
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
This course presents an overview of tax treaties and how they are used in structuring transactions and determining the tax impact of cross-border transactions. It discusses the ordering rules for local laws versus treaty laws, and the purpose of the tax treaties in avoiding and eliminating double taxation to promote trade and investment. The participant will learn about planning opportunities to contemplate when structuring foreign operations. **Please Note: If you need credit reported to the IRS for this IRS approved program, please download the IRS CE request form on the Course Materials Tab and submit to kori.herrera@acpen.com. Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: TaxesProgram Level: Basic
Better Forecasts: Be a Better Predictor
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
Imagine being able to see into the future with confidence. The ability to be a great forecaster is not innate but learned. By examining great forecasters, we can learn to improve our ability to predict the future. We will examine best practices and current research to improve our ability to predict events that will affect our business. Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: AccountingProgram Level: Intermediate
Budget Mastery: The Human Side of Budgeting-Navigating People's Issues with 360 Insight
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
You have a fantastic budget, but certain players are not pleased. Financial plans have a technical component and human component. We can resolve some of our budget issues by exploring the process’ human aspect. Understanding what makes you and others operate can enhance your understanding of the entire organization and build upon the respect and influence needed to navigate and lead the budgeting cycle. This session includes a case study that measures an individual’s personality type and then explores how to use our strengths and weaknesses to create a better budget process and quite frankly maybe a better you. This is a great and fun course on its own, but is also part three of a four part series on budget mastery. Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: AccountingProgram Level: Intermediate
Dashboard and Report Design Principles Using Excel
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Transform your data presentation skills with our comprehensive course on creating impactful dashboards and reports using Excel. This workshop is tailored for professionals who: Regularly produce or update dashboards and reports Struggle with confusing or overly complex reporting tools Seek to streamline varied reporting styles across their organization Aim to establish a consistent, replicable "house style" for reporting Want to impress stakeholders with clear, user-friendly data presentations Through a combination of theory and hands-on practice, you'll learn the fundamental principles that make reports and dashboards easy to understand. We'll distill these concepts into a set of practical rules and guide you through their application in Excel. Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: Personal developmentProgram Level: Basic
Everything You Need to Know About the Pass-Through Entity Rules: IRC 199A The Code and Regulations
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
As part of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), IRC § 199A was added. This Internal Revenue Code section allows certain pass-through entities the ability to has made it deduct up to 20% of their qualified business. Although practitioners have had over three years of “experience” utilizing IRC § 100A, many practitioners still do not feel comfortable with this part of the Internal Revenue Code. The purpose of this presentation is to provide the practitioner with an understanding of the rules of IRC § 199A as well as an understanding of the IRC § 199A regulations. **Please Note: If you need credit reported to the IRS for this IRS approved program, please download the IRS CE request form on the Course Materials Tab and submit to kori.herrera@acpen.com. Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: TaxesProgram Level: Update