Robotic Process Automation Fundamentals for Accounting and Finance Professionals Certificate Paperback / softback

The Robotic Process Automation Fundamentals for Accounting and Finance Professionals Certificate (16.0 CPE Credits) focuses on robotic process automation benefits and how the use of software robots can enable your business or clients to become more competitive and agile. You will gain an understanding of the risks, opportunities, and organizational impact of automation while learning the decision criteria and key considerations needed to build a business case and run a successful proof-of-concept.

You will also understand the steps and governance needed to implement or advise clients on how to implement successfully. Topics include:Understanding Robotic Process Automation (RPA)Building a Robotics Process Automation (RPA) Business CaseImplementing Robotics Process Automation (RPA) ApplicationsGovernance, Risks and Controls for Robotics Process Automation (RPA)Organizational Process Implications of Robotics Process Automation (RPA)How Robotics Process Automation (RPA) Can Be Used in an AuditAutomation Beyond Robotics Process Automation (RPA)WHO WILL BENEFIT?Non-IT finance professionals, CFOs, controllers, management accountants, public accountants, partners, staff, managers, internal auditors and business process owners who want to do any of the following:Get a foundational understanding of RPAImplement RPA within their organizationBecome a responsible business partner by recognizing RPA implications and how its application and uses can benefit the client's businessDetermine if there's interest in exploring RPA as a specialization, individually or as a firmStand out with a digital badge as someone who is committed to your client's new emerging technology needsAdd value to your organization, create opportunitiesKEY TOPICSWhat RPA is and the business value of RPARPA applications and use cases that make the most senseDecision criteria and steps needed to build a business caseConsiderations, risks, and challenges to implementing RPAGovernance and controls considerations for a digital workforceAccounting, finance, and organizational impact of RPAHow RPA might affect an auditFuture of RPA and automation trends, with a focus on intelligent process automation (IPA)LEARNING OBJECTIVESRecognize what RPA is and its business value, with specific focus on accounting and finance functions. Identify the opportunities and use cases for automation. Recognize the decision criteria needed to build a business case. Recognize key risks and challenges that need to be addressed before implementing RPA. Recognize the governance and controls considerations for addressing automation risks. Recognize the key components to implementing RPA. Recognize the accounting, finance, and operational process implications of RPA. Recognize audit implications associated with RPA. Recognize future trends of automation. Digital Badge: Your Professional DistinctionSet yourself apart as a future-ready financial professional.

Upon completion, you will be awarded with a certificate in the form of a digital badge.

Digital badges allow you to distinguish yourself in the marketplace and show your commitment to quality.

The badge can be posted to your social media profiles and linked to your resume or email signature, providing maximum visibility to your achievement. Credit InfoCPE CREDITS: Online: 16.0 (CPE credit info)NASBA FIELD OF STUDY: Information TechnologyLEVEL: BasicPREREQUISITES: NoneADVANCE PREPARATION: NoneDELIVERY METHOD: QAS Self-StudyCOURSE ACRONYM: RPAFC Online Access InstructionsA personal pin code is enclosed in the physical packaging that may be activated online upon receipt.

Once activated, you will gain immediate online access to the product for one full year. System RequirementsAICPA's online CPE courses will operate in a variety of configurations, but only the configuration described below is supported by AICPA technicians. A stable and continuous internet connection is required.

In order to record your completion of the online learning courses, please ensure you are connected to the internet at all times while taking the course.

It is your responsibility to validate that CPE certificate(s) are available within your account after successfully completing the course and/or exam. Supported Operating Systems:Macintosh OS X 10.10 to presentWindows 7 to presentSupported Browsers:Apple SafariGoogle ChromeMicrosoft Internet ExplorerMozilla FirefoxRequired Browser Plug-ins:Adobe FlashAdobe Acrobat ReaderTechnical Support: Please contact service@aicpa.org.