October 12, 2018


Webcast Replay


5.5 CPE

Blockchain Application

October 12, 2018
Webcast Replay
5.5 CPE

Blockchain Application

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    Instructor

    Amy
    Vetter

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Learning Objectives

  • Identify major types of digital assets, besides cryptocurrency, that are enabled by blockchain technology
  • Identify major companies and products currently shaping the blockchain market
  • Distinguish between the features and use cases associated with many blockchain entities on the market
  • Recognize best practices for choosing a Blockchain provider
  • Describe Service Organization Controls (SOC) associated with Blockchain products and platforms
  • Distinguish appropriate responsibilities and controls for applying to Blockchain use cases
  • Identify the fundamental roles of the CPA when interacting with Blockchain technologies
  • Identify the ways blockchain technologies will potentially disrupt and transform the finance domain
  • Recognize technical controls associated with blockchain
  • Identify how to verify important process and control variables in blockchain use cases
  • Recall the fundamental mathematical concepts underpinning blockchain and their implications for verifying information
  • Describe the AICPA’s stance regarding blockchain landscape
  • Describe the role of the CFO in a blockchain-enabled world
  • Recognize architecture and infrastructure concerns associate with blockchain usage
  • Recall specific examples of real-world blockchain usage and what they tell us about future trends

Major Topics

  •  Current blockchain landscape
  • Process and technical controls
  • Big picture review
  • Decision tree

CPE Credits Available

5.5 CPE
5.5
Specialized Knowledge

Things to Know About This Course

Course Level

  • Basic

Intended Audience

Non-IT finance professionals, CFOs, controllers, management accountants, public accountants, partners, staff, managers and internal auditors

Provider

AICPA

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