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| "Operationalizing COSO" |
| "When the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) released the COSO 2013 Framework, they specifically stated their intent that the framework be utilized for more than just Internal Control Over Financial Reporting (ICFR). Many companies have undergone and completed the mapping processes for the 17 principles to the ICFR controls. They must now examine how the framework can move into the operational stage.Much has changed since 1992 when the COSO Framework was originally issued. Market globalization has become the norm, expectations for governance and risk management have soared in the wake of corporate scandals such as Enron and WorldCom, and laws, regulations and standards for conducting business have increased exponentially.While the 2013 COSO Internal Control Framework retains the core components you are familiar with there is an increased focus on non-financial controls and reporting objectives. No longer is it acceptable to ignore operations in regards to the COSO framework. Today, the concepts and principles of COSO 2013 must be applied across the entire organization. However, applying these concepts across operations and compliance has proven to be very challenging for many organizations.Background:This course will examine the COSO attributes and 17 components and speak to what procedures need to be considered to move the framework to an operational stage that also addresses compliance issues (far beyond internal control over financial reporting (ICFR). We will examine how organizations can apply the 17 new principles outlined in the 2013 COSO framework within their business. We will take our discussion far beyond financial reporting.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: Moving COSO to Operationalization Stage. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
Price: 99.99  |
| "Understanding Conflicts of Interest" |
| "A conflict of interest (COI) is a situation in which a person or organization is involved in multiple interests, one of which could possibly corrupt the motivation or decision-making of that individual or organization. The concept of having personnel sign a conflict of interest statement has become one of the tools used to manage an organizations control environment and ethics process.A conflict of interest exists if the circumstances are reasonably believed to create a risk that a decision may be unduly influenced. The belief can be based on experience or objective evidence. There are critical concepts related to the conflict of interest process that organizations must understand.This course is designed to provide the learner with the opportunity to re-examine the concept as it is applied in their organization. We also discuss potential COI scenarios and elements that should be included in a COI policy.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: Keys to Understanding Conflicts of Interest. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
Price: 99.99  |
| "Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Identifying and Documenting Controls" |
| "This course explores how identifying and documenting controls for Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) is key to enabling the evaluation of process design.It will also ensure testing processes can be effectively executed. Assessors must have a strong understanding of the types and methods of internal controls.Documentation methods must meet organizational needs.To identify controls, you must understand the concept of internal control.Internal control is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the achievement of objectives in the following areas: effectiveness/efficiency of operations; reliability of financial reporting; compliance with applicable laws/regulations; and safeguarding assets. You must also understand the types of control and the various methods of documentation.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Identifying and Documenting Controls. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
Price: 99.99  |
| "Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) General and Applications Controls" |
| "This course speaks directly to the importance of general controls (GC), application controls (AC) and spreadsheet controls as they relate to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX). In the initial years of SOX compliance, many felt that a material weakness could not result from a failure of any type of Information Technology (IT) control. The world has changed, and IT is no longer simply a back office function. IT is of strategic importance to internal control over financial reporting (ICFR), and it must be adequately evaluated from both a GC and AC level.The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) guidance states technology controls should only be part of SOX 404 to theextent specific financial risksare addressed. This approach can significantly reduce the scope of IT controls required in the assessment. Scoping decision is part of the entity's top-down risk assessment and can utilize a baselining approach. However, to understand the aspects of how to scope and baseline information technology controls, the assessor must have a strong understanding of how technology controls impact internal controls over financial reporting.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) General Controls, Applications Controls, and Spreadsheet Controls. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
Price: 99.99  |
| "COSO 2013 Control Activity Compliance" |
| "It's been more than 20 years since the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) released its Internal ControlIntegrated Framework (the original framework). The new framework will become effective in December 2014.Professionals must first obtain a basic understanding of the concepts, principles and potential impact, including changes from the 1992 framework and the key COSO components and related principles.COSO 2013 maintains the same five components previously identified within the 1992 framework. These include:Control EnvironmentRisk AssessmentControl ActivitiesInformation & CommunicationMonitoringThis course is designed to focus on the Control Activity component and the three separate principles that support this component.Control Activity is named as the third component within COSO 2013. Control Activities are actions defined through policies and procedures that help ensure management directives to mitigate risks to the achievement of objectives are carried out. Control activities are performed at all levels of the organization and at various stages of business processes and technology.The organization selects and develops control activities that contribute to the mitigation of risks to the achievement of objectives to acceptable levels.The organization selects and develops general control activities over technology to support the achievement of objectives.The organization deploys control activities through policies that establish what is expected and procedures that put policies into place.Management and the external auditors must understand each of these principles and be able to adequately support that they exist, are appropriately designed and functioning. In addition, the components must effectively work in combination to provide for a positive attestation to internal controls.The course dissects the three principles and important concepts that companies need to understand and support in order to provide that the principles are in place and functioning. We also discuss concepts related to mapping the principles to controls within the organization.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: COSO 2013 Control Activity Compliance. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
Price: 49.99  |
| "COSO 2013 Risk Assessment Compliance" |
| "It's been more than 20 years since the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) released its Internal ControlIntegrated Framework (the original framework). The new framework will become effective in December 2014.Professionals must first obtain a basic understanding of the concepts, principles and potential impact, including changes from the 1992 framework and the key COSO components and related principles.COSO 2013 maintains the same five components previously identified within the 1992 framework. These include:Control EnvironmentRisk AssessmentControl ActivitiesInformation & CommunicationMonitoringThis course is designed to focus on the Risk Assessment component and the four separate principles that support this component.Risk Assessment involves a dynamic and iterative process. It considers changes in the external environment/business model that may impede achievement of objectives. Every entity faces a variety of risks from both internal and external sources. Risk assessment forms a basis by which risk will be managed.The organization must specify objectives with sufficient clarity to enable the identification of risks relating to the objective.The organization identifies risks to the achievement of its objectives across the entity and analyzes risks as a basis for determining how the risks should be managed.The organization considers the potential for fraud in assessing risks to the achievement of objectives.The organization identifies and assesses changes that could significantly impact the system of IC.Management and the external auditors must understand each of these principles and be able to adequately support that they exist and are appropriately designed and functioning. In addition, the components must effectively work in combination to provide for a positive attestation to internal controls.The course dissects the four principles and important concepts that companies need to understand and support in order to provide that the Risk Assessment principles are in place and functioning. We also discuss concepts related to mapping the principles to controls within the organization.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: COSO 2013 Risk Assessment Compliance. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
Price: 74.99  |
| "Managing and Controlling Travel and Entertainment Expense" |
| "Although travel and entertainment expenses are often a small component of overall corporate expenditures, they are one of the highest inherent risk areas for inappropriate costs and fraud. Expenditures are a businessman's best friend but can also be management's worst nightmare if not properly handled. This process area inherently provides prime opportunity for unauthorized or inappropriate and lavish expenditures by executives and personnel. When this occurs, more than just dollars are at stake for the company. Uncontrolled and poorly managed travel and entertainment expenditures can impact reputation, operations and compliance areas.This course provides insight into how to bring control and intelligent management to your company's T&E expenditures by bringing people, process and technology to bear along with best practices.Who can Benefit:Professionals in the office of the CFOCEO/CFOBoard MembersInternal AuditorsCompliance ProfessionalsOperational professionalsFinance ProfessionalsIf you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: Effectively Managing and Controlling Travel and Entertainment (T&E) Expenses. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
Price: 49.99  |
| "Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Testing" |
| "Often, when the term Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) comes up, individuals contemplate the testing processes that are required to be executed. As evidenced in previous courses, many things must occur prior to even beginning to contemplate what, when and how to test. Previous courses have discussed an overview of the Sarbanes-Oxley legislation at a high level, SOX authoritative bodies including the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the evolution of the Sarbanes-Oxley standards, performing a top down risk assessment (RA), evaluating entity level and soft controls, SOX sections 404, 302, 806, 902, and 906, and the connection to an internal control framework and the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) 2013.This course focuses on the validation of control operations, which is executed through tests of controls. Tests can be performed in multiple ways and will be dependent on the type of control. In some instances, several tests may be performed on one control.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Testing. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
Price: 99.99  |
| "Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX): Top Down Risk Assessment Part 1" |
| "In the early years of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), organizations went to significant detail documenting and testing financial processes. The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) stressed in Auditing Standard 5 (AS5) the need to focus testing on those accounts that could materially impact the financial statements. AS5 prescribes that the auditor should use a top-down approach to the audit of Internal Control Over Financial Reporting (ICFR).Although AS5 provides guidance on performing a top-down Risk Assessment (RA), many organizations still struggle with the concept. This course will focus on the requirement for a top-down RA and processes your organization can utilize to effectively apply the approach. We will cover critical concepts of AS5 risk factors when identifying significant accounts as well as the importance of evaluating entity level controls.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX): Preparing for a Top Down Risk Assessment Part 1. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
Price: 99.99  |
| "Effectively Managing T&E Expense" |
| "Although travel and entertainment expenses (T&E) are often a small component of overall corporate expenditures, they are one of the highest inherent risk areas for inappropriate costs and fraud.Expenditures can be a traveler's best friend but can also be management's worst nightmare if not properly handled. This process area inherently provides prime opportunity for unauthorized or inappropriate and lavish expenditures by executives and other personnel. When this occurs, more than just dollars are at stake for the company. Uncontrolled and unmanaged travel and entertainment expenditures can impact reputation, operations and compliance areas.This course provides context by starting with common areas of T&E abuse and fraud. We then address where T&E fits in the control environment, COSO, and relevant T&E controls. We also highliight areas of abuse that go unnoticed and red flags. Finally we describe processes that can strengthen T&E monitoring and management.Why Should you Take this Course:Regulators and legislation suggest annual review of executive expenditures. However this can be a risk laden area for compliance professionals to review due to the internal political ramifications. In today's world of transparency and increasing fraud, management must learn that attention, monitoring, and periodic review of travel and entertainment expenses is an important component of maintaining proper internal controlsWho can Benefit:Professionals in the office of the CFOCEO/CFOBoard MembersInternal AuditorsCompliance ProfessionalsOperational professionalsFinance ProfessionalsIf you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: The CFOs Dilemma: Managing Travel and Entertainment Expenses (T&E). Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
Price: 74.99  |
| "Traits and Skills of the Ethical Leader" |
| "Will there ever be an answer for unethical behavior? The world comprises many cultures, religions, and beliefs. This diversity is what makes defining ethics and instilling ethical conduct in the workplace a difficult task. If the business world is going to advance the cause towards ethics, individuals must understand the traits and skills that an ethical leader should exhibit.Ethical leaders seem to always know how to do the right thing. It may be difficult to define what right is in words, but ethical leaders are not afraid to do what they truly believe is right. They are not swayed by the popular vote. They are ready and willing to step up to the challenge.Washington Carrato, creator of The Man Van, states:Being a great leader is all about timing and knowledge. A good leader knows when to criticize, when to praise, when to encourage, and when to demand more from their team. Being a leader does not mean working in isolation. Nobody knows the answer to every problem. It is essential to understand your shortcomings, and consistently learn and develop. A good leader will seek out a mentor to learn from and bounce ideas off.This quote incorporates many of the important aspects that are covered in this course. Learners will come away with a better understanding of how to put their current skills to proper use through direction actions, as well as refine their inherent traits, to allow them to address difficult situations in the most positive manner possible.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: Traits and Skills of the Ethical Leader. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
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| "Applying the Standards for Internal Auditors Part 1" |
| "Corporate management personnel often are not aware that internal auditors have standards and guidelines defined by the profession. Internal Audit (IA) is not always seen as those who must follow established professional standards. Internal auditors dont have a license to practice. So why do we needStandards?A value oriented IA function will have an understanding of theInternational Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) Standardsand be able to articulate their importance to management. Absence of acknowledgement of the Standards infers the group is a quality assurance function. That may be what the organization wants, but they should be able to differentiate.The courses on Top Skills for Internal Audit and Foundations of Internal Audit covered aspects of business acumen and included concepts of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards. This course will delve deeper into the major components of the Standards and their meaning to the profession.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: Applying the Standards for Internal Auditors in Line with Your Organization's Needs - Part One. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
Price: 99.99  |
| "Generational and Cultural Considerations Of A Good Manager" |
| "The dynamics of the workforce are changing. The workplace is made up of individuals of all generations, cultures and moral values. Expectations of millennials vs. ""the older"" generation can vary dramatically. Attitudes and reactions to simple, day to day management instruction can be interpreted in numerous ways.Whether you have held a management position for several years, or are just transitioning to a role which requires you to manage other individuals, you will find that becoming and remaining a good manager is often as much art as science.This is the second course in a two part series that is designed to help both new managers and experienced managers excel in their roles. This session focuses on techniques and concepts managers need to understand when working in todays multi-generational and cultural work force.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: The Art of Being A Good Manager: Part 2: Generational and Cultural Considerations. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
Price: 74.99  |
| "Understanding Cultural Implications When Leading Change" |
| "This course helps change agents tasked with leading change across multiple countries or leaders who must create or support a change across a global team. In this course we use the Change Equation to identify the concepts necessary for successful global change. We then discuss steps related to the first change factor of moving people out of the comfort of the status quo.We identify the steps necessary to create dissatisfaction with the current state and openness to the change you are recommending. We then discuss the implications when working across multiple countries including tolerance for change, getting actual agreement vs. just articulating agreement, expected speed of change, and other dimensions of culture. We then discuss how to determine if your conditions are right to move forward and how to remove common barriers.Although each course may be taken individually, this is part 1 of a 3 part course.1.Understanding Cultural Implications When Leading Change2.Creating a Vision for Leading Global Change at Your Company3.Connecting Globally When Leading Change"
Price: 74.99  |
| "Connecting Globally When Leading Change" |
| "In this course we discuss communicating your full vision of change. The approach of storytelling is used to create connection. The concepts of International English are introduced to increase clarity of messaging across non-native speakers of English.We then discuss common sources of resistance that occur specifically in creating change across cultures. We explore ways to overcome those objections. Finally, we discuss important suggestions and reminders to successful implementation of the change.Although each course may be taken individually, this is part 3of a 3 part course.1.Understanding Cultural Implications When Leading Change2.Creating a Vision for Leading Global Change at Your Company3.Connecting Globally When Leading Change"
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| "COSO 2013 Complying with the Information & Comm. Components" |
| "Information & Communication is necessary for the entity to carry out internal control responsibilities to support the achievement of objectives. Management generates and uses relevant and quality information from both internal and external sources to support the functioning of internal control. Communication is considered a continual and iterative process of providing, sharing and obtaining necessary information. Information and Communication is the fourth component in the COSO framework.COSO 2013 maintained the same five components previously identified within the 1992 framework. These include:Control EnvironmentRisk AssessmentControl ActivitiesInformation & CommunicationMonitoringThis COSO training course is designed to focus on the Information and Communication component and the three separate principles that support this component. Information and Communication stands at the heart of any company. It incorporates not just verbal communication but also a companys IT infrastructure.Principle 13: The organization uses relevant information. (5 POF)Principle 14: Internal communication is effective. (4 POF)Principle 15: External communication is sufficient. (5 POF)The course dissects the three principles and important concepts that companies need to understand and support in order to prove that the principles are in place and functioning. We also discuss concepts related to mapping the principles to controls within the organization.Management and the external auditors must understand each of these principles and be able to adequately support that they exist, are appropriately designed and functioning. In addition, the components must effectively work in combination to provide for a positive attestation to internal controls.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: COSO 2013 Requirements for Complying with the Information and Communication Component. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
Price: 49.99  |
| "Business Intelligence Collecting, Cleaning, Merging Data" |
| "This course prepares participants to begin business intelligence projects with a hands-on approach to gathering and cleaning data. After taking this course, participants will be ready to create their own databases or oversee the creation of databases for their company.The focus in this course is on Big Data datasets containing anywhere from tens of thousands to millions of observations. While the tools used are applicable for smaller datasets of a few hundred data points, the focus is on larger datasets. The course also helps participants with no experience in building datasets to start from scratch.Finally, the course is excellent for users of Salesforce, Tableau, Oracle, IBM, SAP and other BI software packages since it helps viewers see through the black box to the underlying mechanics of Business Intelligence practices.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: Business Intelligence Collecting, Cleaning, and Merging Data. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
Price: 49.99  |
| "The Fundamentals of Business Intelligence (BI)" |
| "Business Intelligence (BI); the term is bandied about so frequently today that it might seem like everyone except you already understands it. The truth is that like its partner Big Data, business intelligence is actually not well understood at all. Most people who talk about business intelligence have at best a general notion of what it means and almost no experience with actually using BI in a meaningful way. However, BI is an important new tool for modern business.Advances in computing power can now give businesses ways to analyze data that they never could before. With these advances, firms can make decisions about pricing, marketing, new products, and resource allocation more effectively than they have ever been able to in the past. Major corporations like Kroger are starting to use BI to help determine what products they should advertise to specific customers. General Electric is using BI to more efficiently run its industrial maintenance schedules. Citi is using BI to help proactively figure out the maximum interest rates various customers are willing to pay. BI is useful in all of these settings and much more.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: The Fundamentals of Business Intelligence (BI): What it Does and Why it's so Essential. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
Price: 49.99  |
| "BI - Structuring Data for Business Analysis" |
| "This course prepares participants to begin business intelligence projects at their own firm. The focus of the course is a hands-on approach to structuring data including generating new variables based on comparative and relative metrics. The structuring of these variables will be done in Excel, SAS, and Stata to give viewers a sense of familiarity with a variety of different software package structures.The focus in this course is on financial data though the techniques are also applicable to more general forms of data like that used in marketing or management analyses.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: Business Intelligence - Structuring Data for Business Analysis. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
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| "Detect and Prevent Employee Fraud" |
| "Organizations of all kinds and sizes are increasingly threatened by fraud. For example, 5% of all gross revenue is lost to fraud each year, according to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.Embezzlement, kickbacks, check fraud, financial statement fraud and vendor billing schemes are just a few of the countless crimes committed by employees against organizations of all kinds and sizes.Through a combination of lectures, case studies and reviews, this course provides CFOs and other corporate finance professionals with a strong foundation of practical knowledge about how the common frauds are committed.In this course we discuss:Who commits fraudWhy employees commit fraudHow to detect red flags of common schemesEssential fraud detection tools and techniquesSoftware tools for auditing for fraudBest practices for developing and implementing anti-fraud controlsIf you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: How to Detect and Prevent Employee Fraud. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
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| "Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) Compliance" |
| "Bribery and corruption damages lives, reputations, and businesses. Yet in many countries, bribery is a regular--even accepted--business practice. The direct victims of bribery include businesses that lose out unfairly because of corrupt practices, and on a wider scale, governments and society as a whole.This course takes an in-depth look at the causes of bribery and corruption, how to recognize red flags, and what companies should consider and include in their compliance programs to ensure that their international partners, agents, consultants, and subsidiaries comply with the rule of law.This course covers:Keys to recognizing, understanding and dealing with corruption.The U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), and how to ensure compliance.How other countries fight corruption, including the U.Ks Anti-Bribery Act and the OECDs Anti-Bribery Convention.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) Compliance. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
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| "How To Negotiate With Suppliers" |
| "Negotiating is a part of everyday lifefrom ordering lunch to buying a carbut in business the ability to navigate negotiations with your vendors and suppliers can make the difference between success and failure. Like many business situations, the key to successful negotiation is that the more prepared you are, the more confident and effective youll be.This course provides you with the practical approach, tools, knowledge and confidence you need to direct negotiations to your advantage. You will be introduced to a logical, step-by-step process that will ensure you have the best plan in place to achieve the desired objective with your negotiation, including:Risks: How to minimize or avoid themPreparation and pre-negotiation strategiesTactics to reduce stress, mistakes, risks and achieve your goalHow to leverage request tools, such as request for quote or proposal, for optimal outcomesReviewing and selecting the best proposalExamples of best practices, actual experiences, Good to Knows and viable options will be shared throughout the course. Even though every negotiation is a unique event, this course is to provide you the practical blueprint for achieving successful agreements.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: How To Negotiate With Suppliers. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
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| "Choice of Entity: Corporation vs. LLC vs. Partnership" |
| "One of the first major decisions a startup or emerging business will need to make is regarding choice of entity. Selecting the right corporate framework--corporation, LLC or partnership--is critical to the success of any businesses. How can you determine the best fit for your emerging company?This course provides general guidance for non-lawyers dealing with the issues which arise in deciding what type of entity form should be used for a budding business. The instructor will introduce a framework to help you analyze the different attributes of business entities, including four key considerations:The lifecycle of the entity: Is this a single purpose entity, or will it grow over time?Realities of death and taxes: How to close a business and manage the associated tax implicationsAdministration: What level of administration is required for your business?Liability: Does your new business require you to carry personal liability insurance?"
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| "A Primer on Contracts - Reading, Risks, and Rewards" |
| "This course provides general guidance on dealing with the types of issues a finance professional will experience in reading and understanding basic legal contracts. The presentation covers contract formation, common real world problems, contract risk language, and the important issues of warranties, indemnification, and limitation of liability.Learning ObjectivesDiscuss how contracts are formed and modifiedRecognize the warranties that are implied in every contract for the sale of goods and how to disclaim them.Explore the real world pitfalls of many contracts and how they can be prevented"
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| "Applying the Standards for Internal Auditors Part 2" |
| "As a profession, internal auditors look to the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards to provide guidance on how to most effectively execute their fiduciary role. Part One of this series introduced the overall Standards, Mandatory Guidelines, Core Principles, Code of Ethics and Attribute Standards. These are important concepts that internal auditors, management and the board should understand. These guidelines provide the foundation for the profession and are written to ensure effectiveness and consistency in the execution of internal auditing.This segment will focus on two elements of the Performance Standards which include: managing the internal audit function and the nature of work considered within the realm of internal auditing. Each of these components are critical to the effective execution of internal audits responsibilities.Requirements for managing internal audit extend far beyond managing a specific project or individual audit. It includes management of the entire audit process from development through to execution and reporting. It also includes:Ensuring the team has the relevant knowledge and expertise for engagement assignmentsAppropriate resourcing and budgeting exists to support the Mission of the functionEstablishing the right communication protocols with management and the board.When examining the nature of work of internal audit, the Institute of Internal Auditors Standards outline three very critical areas that internal auditors should be engaged with. These include:ControlsRisk ManagementGovernanceInherently, most individuals within management understand the requirements around internal audits evaluation of controls, but many struggle with how or if internal audit should be involved in risk management and governance activities.This course delves deeper into managing the internal audit activity and the challenges that may be faced along with properly identifying internal audit's nature of work. The participant will come away with an appreciation for the intent of the Standards and a recognition of alternatives to promoting the value oriented activities internal audit can provide to an organization.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: Applying the Standards for Internal Auditors in Line with Your Organization's Needs - Part Two: Managing Internal Audit and Nature of Work. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
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| "The Evolution of a Great Spreadsheet Report" |
| "The most important skill needed to develop a great spreadsheet report is not numbers wizardry, nor accounting and finance experience, nor technical Excel expertise its the ability to tell a story. In that sense, its similar to the skills that lead to effective writing and eloquent speaking. This course takes a unique perspective toward the development of reports that are delivering quantitative information, by emphasizing the same approach to spreadsheets that one would use to draft and edit an important memo or position paper.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: The Evolution of a Great Spreadsheet Report - How to Effectively Present Numbers in the Business World. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
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| "Fundamentals of Cash Flow Forecasting" |
| "In this course we explore cash flow forecasting at its most basic level. We assume little or no forecasting experience by participants, or a desire to improve their cash flow forecasting.We begin with a description of a common structure for cash flow forecasting and then fill in the pieces information, sources, etc. that are necessary for an effective forecasting system. We discover that most short-term forecasting methods are not complicated. We discuss how to identify potential sources both personal and computer. We break down data to explore how valuable the data items are to the overall forecast.Acknowledging that we may not be able to find sources for all items, we introduce short-term forecasting methods that can be used in conjunction with estimates from knowledgeable sources. For example, some methods can be used to translate a data item to a forecasting variable. In this way we ask our sources to estimate what they know, and we can then translate the information into the form we need for the forecast. Finally, we gather up all of the pieces we identify and construct a basic forecasting template.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: Fundamentals of Cash Flow Forecasting. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
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| "Finding The Road Map to Corporate Success" |
| "Most employees believe their managers have their best interests at heart. Many managers want to help, but dont know how. Employees are typically thrown into the water and expected to sink or swim, and few are given a manual on how to swim.Career advice is typically reactive, tactical, and not tied to a companys culture or a strategic road map for career success. Those who receive daily work instructions are seldom given the road map for how to proactively compete for jobs and promotions.This course begins with a short review of the Strategic Formula #1 and how well you are currently competing. Then we explain a new paradigm for becoming the Value Worker that companies want to hire and promote. Next, we disclose a strategic paradigm definition that may surprise most of you. I call this strategic paradigm the Laws of Business. This is the same definition that businesses use for success and you can too. Finally, we show you the Strategic Career Road Map for how to compete in your career marketplace. You can use this Road Map immediately to get started on optimizing your personally defined path toward future career success.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: What is The Road Map to Career Success?. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
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| "Budgeting in Excel" |
| "No-one likes budgeting! However, there are keys to making it work across the organization regardless of technology. This course examines how to create and manage a real corporate budget in Excel, including Excel features that can be utilized to improve the process accuracy and scalability.The course includes many examples and sample files for ease of adoption.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: Budgeting in Excel. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
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| "Cash Flow Forecasting" |
| "This course explores cash flow forecasting in detail. The course begins with a description of how to evaluate a current cash flow forecasting system, going beyond short-term forecasts. We discover that intermediate-term forecasting methods, like the essentials, are not very complicated.We discuss how to analyze a cash flow system, its methods, users, and technology. We also explore forecasting techniques that use statistics. We look at the common spots in an overall forecasting system where things can go wrong and what can be done to avoid these errors.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: Intermediate Cash Flow Forecasting. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
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| "M&A Due Diligence Best Practices" |
| "Conducting effective due diligence within an M&A transaction extends far beyond functional checklists which categorize questions and data requests by department. Equally important is validating and verifying the planning activities which led up to the transaction.In this course, you learn how to effectively manage a due diligence process which will mitigate downside risks while optimizing the anticipated synergies.The course provides you with tools and techniques for framing effective due diligence activities, in addition to providing direction for developing functional checklists.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: M&A Due Diligence Best Practices: Beyond Functional Checklists. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an approved-by-the-governing-body CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more."
Price: 49.99  |
