‘Big data’ and ‘predictive analytics’ are hot topics in the business press. Learn how information and data are becoming the next frontier for competitive advantage.
Course ID: UTPDA
Understanding the Transformational Power of Data and Analytics
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Demystify the jargon and provide context for the various analytics techniques being used today
- Understand the relevance of data and analytics to the accounting professional
- Learn the application through review of case studies
MAJOR TOPICS
- Demystifying the buzz of big data – why is it such a hit topic and what exactly does big data mean?
- Relevance of data and analytics to the CPA
- Creating value – case study review
- Data and analytics “DOs” and “DON’Ts” – how to get started and review of the common pitfalls
DESIGNED FOR
All accounting professionalsFIELD OF STUDY
- Specialized Knowledge & Application