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Cyber Security for Small Business Accountants 2 Credits

Mar 19, 2024, 12:30 PM ET

Cyber Security for Small Business Accountants 2 Credits

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    January, 2024
  • Subject Area

    Information Technology

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Mar 19, 2024, 12:30 PM ET

Learning Objective

  • To identify how criminals commit acts of cyber fraud.
  • To explain cyber security internal controls that will protect your company from cybercriminals.
  • To analyze legal requirements for data security.

Course Overview

If you are the 50% who believe that cyber-attacks are only targeted toward multibillion-dollar companies then you are wrong. 85% of reported Ransomware attacks are against SMBs.

A report states that among small companies, accounting firms are the most targeted. Your firm can also be on the list of hackers. Whilst adopting digital tools has helped accounting firms increase productivity and efficiencies, the dark side is that it has opened up a web of cyber threats and concerns. It’s time for accounting firms to increase their security measures and get ready to tackle advanced technology and upcoming cyber threats.

Cybercriminals have become sophisticated with their innovative ways to attack companies no matter how secure an accounting firm might be. However, like any small business, accounting firms also have weak entry points that are open for hackers to penetrate.

You have probably heard of some of the more common types of cybercrimes such as ransomware, spyware, computer viruses, phishing, vishing, spoofing, data breaches, denial of service attacks, hacking, etc.

This CPE course is designed by speaker Robert Minniti to familiarize small business accountants and auditors who are not information technology (IT) experts on data breach and cybersecurity risks and internal controls.

We will review the legal requirements for securing personal information. We will cover the material in a plain language, non-technical manner. We will cover what you need to know, but not how to write computer programs or code.

This course covers the following Major Topics: 

  • Fraud Triangle
  • Cyber Fraud
  • Key Concepts
  • Cybersecurity Risks
  • Cybersecurity Risk Factors
  • Phishing, Vishing, & Smishing 
  • Data Breach
  • Cybersecurity Risk Management
  • Cybersecurity Frameworks
  • COSO Framework for Internal Controls 
  • COSO Requirements for IT
  • Key Internal Controls for Remote Employees
  • Best Firewalls
  • PCI Data Security Standard New Standard Implementation

Here is the link to your interests: CPE Courses for Certified Information Technology Professional (CITP) I CPE Courses for Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

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License details Credits Status
Information Technology for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 2 CPE Approved
Information Technology for CPA in Canada 2 CPD Eligible
Cybersecurity for Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) 2 CPE Eligible
Information systems for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 2 CPE Eligible
Information Technology for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Information Technology for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 2 CPE Eligible
Cybersecurity for Certified Information Technology Professionals (CITP) 2 CPD Eligible
Information Technology for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) 2 CPE 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
Information Technology Certified Associate (ITCA) 2 CPE Eligible
Information Technology (inc. Excel) for Certified FP&A Professional (FP&A) 2 CE Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI) 2 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Scotland 2 CPD Eligible
CPA - Ireland 2 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
Cybersecurity for Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) 2 CPE Eligible
Information systems for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 2 CPE Eligible
Information Technology for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Information Technology for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 2 CPE Eligible
Cybersecurity for Certified Information Technology Professionals (CITP) 2 CPD Eligible
Information Technology for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) 2 CPE 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
Information Technology Certified Associate (ITCA) 2 CPE Eligible
Information Technology (inc. Excel) for Certified FP&A Professional (FP&A) 2 CE Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI) 2 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Scotland 2 CPD Eligible
CPA - Ireland 2 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
Cybersecurity for Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) 2 CPE Eligible
Information systems for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 2 CPE Eligible
Information Technology for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Information Technology for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 2 CPE Eligible
Cybersecurity for Certified Information Technology Professionals (CITP) 2 CPD Eligible
Information Technology for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) 2 CPE 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
Information Technology Certified Associate (ITCA) 2 CPE Eligible
Information Technology (inc. Excel) for Certified FP&A Professional (FP&A) 2 CE Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI) 2 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Scotland 2 CPD Eligible
CPA - Ireland 2 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
Cybersecurity for Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) 2 CPE Eligible
Information systems for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 2 CPE Eligible
Information Technology for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Information Technology for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 2 CPE Eligible
Cybersecurity for Certified Information Technology Professionals (CITP) 2 CPD Eligible
Information Technology for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) 2 CPE 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
Information Technology Certified Associate (ITCA) 2 CPE Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI) 2 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Scotland 2 CPD Eligible
CPA - Ireland 2 CPD Eligible
Information Technology (inc. Excel) for Certified FP&A Professional (FP&A) 2 CE Eligible

Additional Information

Credits

2

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study
Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

Dr. Robert Minniti - Expert Speaker on Accounting and Fraud
Dr. Robert Minniti , CPA (US)

President, Minniti CPA LLC

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Dr. Minniti is the President and Owner of Minniti CPA, LLC. Dr. Minniti is a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Forensic Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Valuation Analyst, Certified in Financial Forensics, Master Analyst in Financial Forensics, Chartered Global Management Accountant, and is a licensed private investigator in the state of Arizona. Dr. Minniti received his doctoral degree in business administration from Walden University, received his MBA degree and Graduate Certificate in Accounting from DeVry University’s Keller Graduate School of Management, and received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree from the University of Phoenix. Dr. Minniti taught graduate and undergraduate courses in forensic accounting at DeVry University, Grand Canyon University, Kaplan University, Northwestern University, and the University of Phoenix.

He designed graduate and undergraduate courses for Grand Canyon University, Northwestern University, and Anthem College. He is a writer and public speaker. He has experience in forensic accounting, fraud examinations, financial audits, internal audits, compliance audits, real estate valuations, business valuations, internal control development, business continuation planning, risk management, financial forecasting, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance work. Dr. Minniti is an instructor teaching continuing professional education classes for the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Compliance Online, CPE Link/CCH . AccountingEd, Global Compliance Panel, Clear Law Institute, CPE Solutions, Canopy CPE, The Institute of Management Accountants, the National Association of Valuators and Analysts, the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, the Institute of Internal Auditors, and various state CPA Societies.

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To maintain compliance, you must follow the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include completing the course within the specified timeframe, passing the assessments, and keeping accurate records of your learning activities.

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After successfully completing a self-study course and passing the assessments, you can access and download your course completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are recognized by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies for compliance and reporting purposes.

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A Live Webinar Group Internet-Based Credit is an interactive, real-time online seminar where professionals can earn Continuing Education credits by participating in live sessions led by experts in various fields. These sessions meet the standards set by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies.

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To earn credits, you must attend the entire live webinar, actively participate in any polls or questions, and complete any required evaluations or assessments. Credits are awarded based on your attendance and participation in the live session.

Are the live webinars approved by NASBA and other regulatory bodies?

Yes, all our live webinars are approved by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies, ensuring they meet the high standards for quality, interactivity, and educational content set by these organizations.

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To maintain compliance, you must adhere to the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include attending the full duration of the webinar, participating in interactive elements, and completing any post-webinar evaluations or assessments.

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After successfully attending a live webinar and fulfilling all participation requirements, you can access and download your completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are recognized by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies for compliance and reporting purposes.

How are credits reported to governing bodies?

We issue instant credit certificates, ensuring they are valid for presentation to governing bodies. Typically, we report IRS, CTEC, CFP, IDFP, IWI, VBOA Ethics credits within 7 days – the fastest in the industry.

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Uchechi Oruwari, CIA
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The webinar on Cyber Security for Small Business Accountants was well-organized, covering essential topics such as common cyber threats, best practices for data protection, and the importance of implementing robust cybersecurity measures. Dr. Minniti presented the material in a clear and concise manner, making it accessible even to those with limited technical knowledge.

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Ricardo Smalls, CPA (US)
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Today was in My CPA for a Cyber Security Class. Excellent is all I can say. Absolutely worth the money and the time

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