Certificate in AI Strategies and Implementation

Note: The Live Virtual course is presented in collaboration with CPA Western Provinces. The content is applicable to all participants. If you have questions regarding this course, please contact pdregistration@cpaalberta.ca.

Overview:

Prepare your organization for the future by integrating AI in your operations. This certificate provides an overview of how AI is transforming the accounting and finance profession, focusing on finding and applying your first AI use case. You will learn how to evaluate and prioritize AI opportunities, use AI in real-world scenarios, and understand the business trade-offs involved.

The course also covers strategies for managing AI-driven change and ensuring responsible AI deployment to reduce risks. You will learn how to align AI strategies with business goals and assess real-world use cases to improve productivity. Practical tools and examples in accounting and finance will help you navigate the complexities of AI implementation while balancing business needs and risks.

Agenda:

Note: To earn the Data Analytics Certificate, you must attend all the live sessions. 

Course Content:

In this course, you will gain knowledge about the following topics:

• Identifying and Applying AI Use Cases in Accounting and Finance
  
• Evaluating and Prioritizing AI Opportunities
  
• Managing AI-Driven Change in Your Organization
  
• Responsible AI Deployment and Risk Mitigation
  

Learning Objectives:

Upon completing this course, you should be able to: 

• Identify and apply AI use cases to improve productivity in accounting and finance
• Learn how to evaluate, prioritize, and implement AI opportunities while managing business trade-offs
• Understand strategies for managing AI-driven change and deploying AI responsibly to reduce risks

Who Will Benefit: 

This course is designed for CPAs looking to innovate through AI and improve their organization’s efficiency. No prior AI experience required, but a basic understanding of business operations is helpful.