Course Description

Synopsis:

This 3-part course aims to provide accountants and finance professionals with the knowledge and skills to leverage cloud computing and AI for productivity. At the end of this course, coupled with experience of the hands-on activities, you will be able to implement a cloud AI strategy, identify key applications of AI in finance, analyze and visualize data, and automate tedious tasks to make your life easier at work and be more productive.

Part 1 of this course covers the basics of cloud computing and AI. This chapter will provide an understanding of cloud computing and how to use it in combination with AI services. It will explore the benefits and challenges of cloud computing, the elements of the cloud computing architecture, and how to implement it in at work. It will also cover emerging trends for cloud computing and AI.

Leveraging Cloud Computing and AI for Productivity in Accounting and Finance (Part 2) covers data analytics and visualization with Google Colab and ChatGPT.

Leveraging Cloud Computing and AI for Productivity in Accounting and Finance (Part 3) covers automation and process optimization with AI and open source tools.

Intended For:

• Audit Professionals / PAIP 
• Finance Professionals / PAIB
• C-suite & Directors

Individuals who have job tasks relating to data analysis and analytics, as well as office admin, will also find the e-learning contents relevant.

Note: Some knowledge on the use of ChatGPT and appreciation of Python coding in the AI environment will help in the understanding of demo/hands-on activities in the course.  

Competency Mapping: 

• CPE Category 5 = 1.0 CPE Hour