Overview

Revised and updated to include even more content on AI and its use in accountancy, and to take account of current perspectives on cryptocurrency and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) after a turbulent few years.

Advances in technology are reshaping the role of accountants. Some see this as a threat to the profession, but embracing technological advances can provide many benefits and opportunities.

This course demystifies the world of technology for accountants, helping you to make informed decisions about adopting and using new technologies. You'll gain an awareness of the current trends and emerging technologies, such as mobile accounting and machine learning, and how they will impact your role. You'll discover potential future disruptors, and why improvements in technology and software are increasing the focus on data in finance.

This course will enable you to:

  • understand current technology trends and how they affect your role as an accountant
  • explore emerging technologies, such as mobile accounting, artificial intelligence and machine learning, and discover how you can use them in your finance role
  • get to grips with blockchain, cryptocurrencies and the expected breakthrough of both deep learning and embedded analytics
  • prepare, analyse and present data more effectively, using new software and technology. 

Key information

  • learn at your own pace
  • help meet your annual CPD requirements
  • develop your own learning needs
  • iPad/Android compatible
  • exclusive member benefit – 10% discount.
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Helping accountants grow

Disclaimer: This course is available for ACCA members, you may need your ACCA membership number to complete your booking. This course and outline is provided by a third-party course provider. All course bookings are subject to the terms and conditions set by the course provider. Please see individual supplier pages for full terms and conditions. ACCA takes no liability for bookings made with third-party suppliers.