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ChatGPT and the ELI5 Approach 3 Credits

Feb 20, 2025, 09:00 AM ET

ChatGPT and the ELI5 Approach 3 Credits

Simplifying Accounting and Tax Communication for Your Clients

  • Garrett Wasny

    MA, CMC, CITP/FIBP

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    February, 2025

  • Subject Area

    Information Technology

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Feb 20, 2025, 09:00 AM ET

Learning Objective

  • To analyze the ELI5 approach and its impact on client communication.
  • To identify the capabilities of ChatGPT.
  • To explain how to apply the ELI5 approach to complex accounting topics.
  • To review real-life examples of successful ELI5 communication in accounting.
  • To develop effective strategies for implementing the ELI5 approach using ChatGPT.
  • To explore the evolving role of accountants in simplifying complex information.

Course Overview

In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, ChatGPT has emerged as a powerful tool that bridges the gap between intricate concepts and approachable explanations. 

Paired with the ELI5 (Explain Like I'm Five) approach, ChatGPT takes on a transformative role in unraveling complexity and making it accessible to a wide range of audiences. In this course, you’ll walk away with a foundational understanding of the ELI5 approach and how to use ChatGPT to improve your communication strategies.

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the ELI5 (Explain Like I'm 5) approach and its application in the accounting profession using ChatGPT, an advanced language model. Discover how to simplify complex financial information and tax regulations using this innovative approach. Explore how practitioners can effectively communicate intricate topics to their clients to add value and build trust. 

Major topics covered in this course:

  • Understanding the ELI5 Approach
  • 60 Variations of the ELI5 Method
  • Application of the ELI5 Approach in Accounting
  • ELI5 Case Studies, and Strategies for Implementing the ELI5 Approach
  • Using ChatGPT to Enhance ELI5 Communication
  • Role of Accountants in Leveraging the ELI5 Approach

Join this CPE Information Technology Course, it is designed for accounting and related financial professionals who frequently handle complex financial information and want to learn how to simplify their communication with clients and stakeholders using the ELI5 approach and ChatGPT.

On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

Live Webinar Credits for All Qualifications

License details Credits Status
Information Technology for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 3 CPE Approved
Information Technology for CPA in Canada 3 CPD Eligible
Information Technology for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 3 CPE Eligible
Information Technology for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 3 CPE Eligible
Information Technology for Certified Information Technology Professionals (CITP) 3 CPD Eligible
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) 3 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountant - ICAEW 3 CPD Eligible
Information Technology for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 3 CPE Eligible
Information Technology for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 3 CPE Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI) 3 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Scotland 3 CPD Eligible
CPA - Ireland 3 CPD Eligible
License details Credits Status
Information Technology for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 2 CPE Approved
Information Technology for CPA in Canada 2 CPD Eligible
Information Technology for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 2 CPE Eligible
Information Technology for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Information Technology for Certified Information Technology Professionals (CITP) 2 CPD Eligible
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) 2 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountant - ICAEW 2 CPD Eligible
Information Technology for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Information Technology for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI) 2 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Scotland 2 CPD Eligible
CPA - Ireland 2 CPD Eligible

Additional Information

Credits

3

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study

Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

Garrett Wasny

Garrett Wasny , MA, CMC, CITP/FIBP

Account Executive, BUSINESS & INT’L TRADE EDITORIAL

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Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FIBP, is an artificial intelligence skills advisor to accountants worldwide and Director of the forthcoming AI Accounting Future Forum. This groundbreaking platform is set to revolutionize how accounting professionals engage with artificial intelligence. A former Price Waterhouse management consultant, Garrett has authored 60+ ebooks, delivered thousands of seminars and webinars to elite accounting enterprises around the globe, and developed dozens of AI apps on accounting technology, tax and ethics topics. 

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Marianne Coonley, CPA (US)

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I work in the corporate arena, not a firm, and even though the examples were directed at clients and accounting firm activities, this course has shown me a variety of possibilities that will l help me to draft more effective ChatGPT prompts

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Irfan Dhalla, CPA in Canada

5

I appreciated the clear explanations and practical examples that helped reinforce the concepts. Overall, a great learning experience for anyone looking to gain new skills or deepen their knowledge!

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