Blockchain Technology: What Every CPA Should Know
Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price $89.00
Non-Member Price $124.00
Overview
One of the most talked about emerging technologies that has the potential to significantly disrupt the accounting profession is blockchain. This course is designed to bring you up to speed on what this revolutionary technology is all about. You will learn about the concepts, nomenclature, technology and potential applications related to blockchain. This will prepare you to participate in conversations about blockchain technology with your colleagues, peers and others. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Objectives
After attending the presentation you will be able to…
- Recognize the concepts and terminology of blockchain technology
- Formulate a solid understanding of how blockchain works
- Recognize potential applications for blockchain
- Apply the knowledge gained to participate in discussions about blockchain
Highlights
The specific topics that will be presented include:
- An explanation of what blockchain is
- Review of the nomenclature associated with blockchain technology
- Thorough review of the components of a blockchain application
- Review of current and potential applications for blockchain and its impact on commerce
- Potential impact on the CPA profession in accounting and auditing
Designed For
Anyone who wants to become familiar with this rapidly evolving technology
Prerequisites
None
Preparation
None
Notice
You will receive an email from CPA Crossings via Webex with instructions to access the webinar.
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
John Higgins, Higgins Advisory, LLC
John is the founder and CEO of Higgins Advisory, LLC, established with the mission of helping CPAs, CFOs and other financial professionals to successfully guide their firms and business organizations through a successful digital transformation. John believes that the key to success today, and in the future, lies in leveraging the power of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, data analytics, workflow automation and more.
John is a seasoned entrepreneur with experience, founding two separate accounting technology advisory firms that were acquired by larger organizations. In addition, he has experience with a local CPA firm as well as a technology advisory practice leader partner in a national CPA firm.
As a nationally recognized thought leader, John shares his expertise as a strategic advisor and speaker on accounting technology through coaching and speaking engagements. His primary contribution to the CPA profession is his passion for helping the profession move forward through the understanding and adoption of emerging technologies.
Non-Member Price $124.00
Member Price $89.00