K2's Data Analytics for Accountants and Auditors

Saturday, May 18, 2024
Webcast or Webinar, Online
9:00 AM - 12:43PM (opens at 8:30 AM) EST
4Credits
Technical Business

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$129.00 Regular Price
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$159.00 Regular Price

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Course Type: Webcast
Course Code: 24/AC137711
Level: Intermediate
Vendor: ACPEN
Field of Study: Information Technology

Overview:

In the world of “Big Data,” virtually all business professionals have become data analysts, at least to some extent. However, that is particularly true in the field of auditing, where internal and external auditors are increasingly turning to data analytics to identify situations requiring follow-up and investigation. Those who understand how to take advantage of various tools to assist in these efforts benefit by conducting more thorough analyses and achieving superior results in less time.

In this session, you will learn about various tools and techniques you can use for more thorough data analyses. The discussion includes Excel as a data analysis tool, multiple Excel add-ins, and Microsoft’s Power BI application.

Objectives:

  • List the four types of data analytics and identify situations in which each can be useful in auditing environments
  • Identify opportunities to use features in Excel to analyze data in the context of auditing
  • Distinguish between Business Intelligence and Data Analytics
  • Differentiate between correlation and causation
  • Cite examples of how Power Query, Power BI, and other tools can streamline and enhance Data Analytics

Major Topics:

  • Excel as a data analysis tool
  • Excel add-ins
  • Microsoft’s Power BI application

Major Topics:

  • Excel as a data analysis tool
  • Excel add-ins
  • Microsoft’s Power BI application

Designed For:

Practitioners and business executives who need to know more about emerging technologies, including blockchain and cryptocurrencies

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of technology strategy and standards