THE INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA
(Established under the Accountants Act, Laws of Kenya)
Future of the Professional Accountancy – being future ready
Date: 11th June 2024
Time: 04.00pm-06.00pm
Venue: Virtual Delivery
Overview
The accounting profession is undergoing significant transformation due to technological advancements, regulatory changes, and evolving business landscapes. To stay future-ready, accountants should embrace technology integration, develop data analytics skills, stay updated on cybersecurity, develop strong communication skills, critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, commit to continuous learning, develop soft skills, understand globalization and compliance, be adaptable and resilient, understand ESG reporting, collaborate with technology experts, and uphold high ethical standard that can lead to them thriving in the future of their profession.
The existence of rapid advancements in technology, changing regulations, and shifting business paradigms are the main causes of reshapement of the accounting sector. To stay relevant and reliable, progressive accounting firms must leverage better tools to equip their teams with the resources required to provide exceptional customer services, advisory services and expand their revenue opportunities as the future of accounting lies in advisory.
The following areas will be the highlight of the webinar:
- Automation and Artificial Intelligence
- Cloud Technology
- Blockchain Integration
- Data Analysis
- Cybersecurity
- Ethical and Sustainable Accounting
- Remote Work and Globalization
Target Audience
This webinar will be useful to all professional Accountants and those aspiring to join the profession
Continuous Professional Development Units (CPD Units):
Members of ICPAK and reciprocating professional bodies will be awarded 2 CPD Units upon successfully attending the session.
Cost:
Charges for the training will be Kes 1,000/= which will cover workshop fees, materials, and e-certificates of attendance.
Online Booking:
We call on Seminar participants to note that booking for is available only online at www.icpak.com/events and will close two hours before the training session. Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for training sessions is mandatory. This is available either online at www.icpak.com/events or on the ICPAK Live – A smart phone-based application that is available from google store.
National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) Reimbursement:
The Institute is registered as a trainer with National Industrial Training Authority. The Institute’s registration number is DIT/TRN/47. Participants who are registered levy contributors should apply to NITA for reimbursement of their fees. Please note that this is applicable for Kenyan citizens only and subject to NITA regulations. Remember that to qualify you should apply to NITA for approval prior to the date of the conference. Further details can be obtained from their website (www.nita.go.ke).
Further requests can be channeled to us via telephone calls on +254 719 074 000, (+254) 733 856262 or via email to marketing@icpak.com.
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