CPE Catalog
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AICPA On-Demand & Self-Study courses take up to 24 hours to process.
Governmental Accounting Conference - A Virtual Event
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Online
12.00 Credits
Join us at the forefront of financial governance and accountability at the Governmental Accounting Conference, where professionals and experts come together to explore the latest developments in governmental accounting and auditing. This event is designed to provide up-to-date insights and answer questions attendees may have. Key Tracks:-Governmental Track-Auditing Track There is also an OPTIONAL ETHICS COURSE at the end of day two. You will be asked if you would like to add this on when you reach the checkout.
Employee Benefit Plans Conference - A Virtual Event
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Online
8.00 Credits
As an auditor, you need the most up-to-date information and tools to navigate your clients’ plan issues. At this specialized conference, hear the latest from the U.S.Department of Labor and other experts on current rules and regulations, and gain ideas for increasing the effectiveness and efficiency of your audits.
School Audit Conference - A Virtual Event
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Online
8.00 Credits
School districts have highly specialized needs, and whether you serve from the inside of a district or as an external auditor, it is essential that your knowledge be on the cutting-edge. This conference offers strategies to improve audit quality by offering practical tools and resources from state and local experts who know what’s going on in Missouri school districts.
Lessons in Leadership Series: The Importance of Mentorship
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Online
1.00 Credits
Have you ever wanted to be a mentor? Or are you someone that is looking to be mentored? Join us for this member complimentary program that will explore the benefits of both being a mentor and a mentee, as well as how you can start a mentor program in your organization! This session features MOCPA speaker Amanda Simmonds, Director of Talent Advisor Services at Spiirall and Bob Helm, Managing Partner at Elliott, Robinson & Company.
CFO Series: Advanced Profit Enhancements
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St. Louis
8.00 Credits
*Register for 2 or more of MOCPA's CFO Series programs in person or virtual and save up to $240! Use promo code: CFO25 at checkout to receive discount. The CFO Series provides a convenient, one-stop way for CFOs and those who aspire to be CFOs, to an entire year of CPE with a single decision. Each day consists of a subject matter expert leading discussions about four different topics. The CFO Series features high-quality presentations and an interactive, executive level colleague-to-colleague approach with case studies, group discussions, and team exercises. Each topic and each day stand on its own. If you are not sure about making a multi-day commitment, sign up for just a single day. We think you will come back for more! This four-topic event focuses on three separate, proven tactics to increase profitability, including cost reductions, revenue enhancements, reducing investment, avoiding waste, and taking a more integrated look at avoiding risk. We also look at methods to optimize the return from the marketing function. The focus is simple – getting the most bang for the buck with proven approaches to increase profitability and to improve the organization.
MOCPA PULSE
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Online
1.00 Credits
LIVE From Jefferson City!!! Stay up to date on the profession by tuning in to MOCPA Pulse—a NEW complimentary member program!These unique 50-minute sessions tap into MOCPA member thought leaders, technical advisers, and other experts from across the state to bring you some of the latest profession issues. MOCPA Pulse showcases success stories and best practices from Missouri businesses and professionals with a focus on fostering community support.You’ll hear a variety of perspectives from your own backyard, and can participate in live Q&A sessions, polls, and interactive chats. Coming to you in real time, MOCPA Pulse keeps you informed on:• National profession news impacts in Missouri; • Local regulatory and legislative updates;• Lessons learned from national to state opportunities and challenges;• Networking and career support initiatives;• Profession image, pipeline, and engagement programs;• And more!Experience discussions and interviews, and participate in live Q&A sessions and polls. In a few words, you’ll feel like you’re right at home with MOCPA profession leaders and personalities. Register or tune in to the full six part series, beginning September 2024.
Economic Update Series
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Online
1.00 Credits
As the status of the economy weighs heavy on most everyone's minds, MOCPA is hosting a complimentary online Economic Update Series for members, featuring Chris Kuehl, Ph.D. author of the Flagship Report and president of Armada Corporate Intelligence. He will provide a big picture understanding of the current environment and identify important elements to watch for that might impact your business or clients in the short- and near-term.
Accounting Data Analytics
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Online
2.00 Credits
This course introduces how data analytics can be used to improve engagement quality and efficiency. Participants explore the use of data analytics to assess risk, support financial statement assertions, assess internal controls and uncover fraud. Apply the ADA IDEASc approach to using data analytics on engagements to ensure compliance with audit and review standards and to provide value-added services to clients. All of AHI's multi-day courses rely on live participant engagement. For this 2-hr. course, we encourage you to have a working webcam and microphone to take advantage of a live discussion leader and participant interaction.
AI for Accountants - Practical Applications
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Online
2.00 Credits
This course is designed for firm partners and managers to explore ways to incorporate data analytics and related technologies in their audit practices. Participants explore how small and mid-size firms are using these tools to improve engagement efficiency and quality while providing opportunities for value-added services to clients. All of AHI's multi-day courses rely on live participant engagement. For this 2-hr. course, we encourage you to have a working webcam and microphone to take advantage of a live discussion leader and participant interaction.
Level II - Semi-Senior Staff Training
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Online
24.00 Credits
Advance your skills to propel your career. This course is the second in a five-course series, provides the guidance needed to handle small engagements and to complete small audits, reviews and compilations with minimal supervision. Gain knowledge to improve your skills to perform more complex analytical procedures, as well as drafting financial statements and footnotes. Per NASBA's rules effective January 1, 2024, participants are required to be on camera and participate in the full and small group discussions to earn CPE credits for this Group Live - Virtual course. As such, please make sure you are set up properly with reliable internet (hard wired is best), a working camera, and a working microphone.
Advanced Management and Leadership Essentials (Mini Course)
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Online
2.00 Credits
This 2-hour mini course highlights leadership skills and situations that are common for managers. Participants will be encouraged to examine and challenge their beliefs and approaches to managing and leading people. Leading Others - Coaching & Developing Staff - prioritizing the coaching and development of staff in a post-pandemic work environment, including delegation for development, effective feedback, and managing virtual employees. Building Leadership Communication Skills - strategies to influence and lead others through effective communication in both individual and group settings. All of AHI's multi-day courses rely on live participant engagement. For this 2-hr. course, we encourage you to have a working webcam and microphone to take advantage of a live discussion leader and participant interaction.
Level III - Beginning In-Charge Staff Training
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Online
24.00 Credits
Improve your planning, review, audit and other engagement skills. Master techniques for effective communication with clients and colleagues in part three of this five-course series. Discover the secrets to planning and efficiently completing engagements, explore methods for assuming higher levels of responsibility, and develop your ability to assess risk and materiality. Learn how AI can be used on engagements to enhance efficiency and quality. Designed to offer audit staff members extensive training in crucial procedural, evaluative and supervisory areas. Per NASBA's rules effective January 1, 2024, participants are required to be on camera and participate in the full and small group discussions to earn CPE credits for this Group Live - Virtual course. As such, please make sure you are set up properly with reliable internet (hard wired is best), a working camera, and a working microphone.
Accounting Data Analytics
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Online
2.00 Credits
This course introduces how data analytics can be used to improve engagement quality and efficiency. Participants explore the use of data analytics to assess risk, support financial statement assertions, assess internal controls and uncover fraud. Apply the ADA IDEASc approach to using data analytics on engagements to ensure compliance with audit and review standards and to provide value-added services to clients. All of AHI's multi-day courses rely on live participant engagement. For this 2-hr. course, we encourage you to have a working webcam and microphone to take advantage of a live discussion leader and participant interaction.
AI for Accountants - Practical Applications
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Online
2.00 Credits
This course is designed for firm partners and managers to explore ways to incorporate data analytics and related technologies in their audit practices. Participants explore how small and mid-size firms are using these tools to improve engagement efficiency and quality while providing opportunities for value-added services to clients. All of AHI's multi-day courses rely on live participant engagement. For this 2-hr. course, we encourage you to have a working webcam and microphone to take advantage of a live discussion leader and participant interaction.
Critical Real Estate Taxation Issues
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Online
8.00 Credits
LIMITED TIME OFFER - MOCPA MEMBERS SAVE $100 ON 8 HOURS OF CPE! NOW ONLY $150! Most tax practitioners have multiple clients involved in some aspect of real estate whether as developers, builders, brokers or investors. This course will explore critical tax issues directly targeted at real estate activities and real estate entities. This ACPEN course will include a panel of national tax practitioners and experts reviewing these complex rules as well as the latest judicial, legislative and regulatory developments affecting real estate including pending tax legislation.
Governmental Accounting Conference - Ethics
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Online
2.00 Credits
This course will provide you with 2 hours of ethics.
The Mindful-CPA
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Online
2.00 Credits
In today's world of everchanging demands and dynamics of the workplace, it is imperative that we use a tool to help us bring balance, strength, and stability in all we do at work and at home. Mindfulness is an easy and effective tool to help us with this. The Mindful-CPA program via this webinar is designed specifically for Finance and Accounting Professionals. You will learn: • The fundamental principles of Mindfulness • An 8-minute Mindfulness Practice to be done daily • Creative and fun ways to apply Mindfulness to work activities • Effective overall strategies to bring creativity, balance, and energy to daily activities. Sunish Mehta, CPA has been a practitioner and instructor of Mindfulness for over 20 years and has worked with several Mindfulness Organizations to date. Having studied with some of the top Mindfulness Teachers in the world including His Holiness The Dalai Lama, Sunish has integrated mindfulness into his learning and consulting work with the focused goal to help conscious professionals bring focus, creativity, and balance to their professional and personal lives. You can learn more at www.mindful-cpa.com.
Implementing Your Firm's QM System - A Virtual Event
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Online
4.00 Credits
The accounting profession is undergoing a major transformation with the introduction of the AICPA’s new Quality Management (QM) standards, effective December 15, 2025. These standards replace traditional quality control models with a proactive, risk-based approach that firms must tailor to their unique services and operations. Understanding these changes is critical for firms of all sizes to maintain compliance and uphold engagement quality.This seminar is designed to help CPA firms transition to the new QM framework. Gain an in-depth overview of Statements on Quality Management Standards (SQMS) Nos. 1 and 2, practical implementation strategies, and key insights to ensure your firm is prepared for the upcoming deadline. *Free bonus session available for attendees only. No additional credit is awarded for the additional session.
Peer Review: Common Issues - A Virtual Event
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Online
4.00 Credits
Stay ahead of the curve by exploring the most common peer review findings identified by the AICPA for the year ended June 30, 2024. This interactive seminar provides a deep dive into key deficiencies, their root causes, and the area and industries most affected. Whether your firm is approaching a peer review or actively engaged in one, this session offers valuable insights to help you strengthen compliance, improve audit quality, and enhance your firm’s overall efficiency. Don’t just meet your A&A CPE requirement, gain practical knowledge that can make a real impact on your practice. *Free bonus session available for attendees only. No additional credit is awarded for the additional session.
Personal and Professional Development Conference
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St. Louis and Online
4.00 Credits
Join us for this NEW & EXCITING event! This is a half day conference that will feature 4 different sessions that focus on how you can improve your personal and professional life. This is a hybrid conference allowing you the flexibility to attend in-person or virtually. For those attending in-person we will have a lunch and networking session from 12:00pm-1:00pm. This conference will feature top speakers you might recognize like Nicole Ursch, who has presented at events such as Women's Conference, Thriving Through Challenges: Building Resilience in Stressful Times, and Bridging the Generational Divide: Understanding and Embracing Differences in the Workplace, and Holly Breuer, a featured author of the book Living Well With GRIT and presenter at our Professional Development for Busy Women: The CliffsNotes and Women's Conference.