Cyber Security for Small Business Accountants 2 Credits
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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:
Here is the link to your interests: CPE Courses for Certified Information Technology Professional (CITP) I CPE Courses for Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
| 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 |
| Information Technology for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) | 2 CPE | Eligible |
| Cybersecurity 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 |
| 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 |
| Information Technology for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) | 2 CPE | Eligible |
| Cybersecurity 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 |
| 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 |
Credits
2
Course Level
Basic
Instructional Method
QAS Self Study
Group Internet Based
Pre-requisites
None
Advance Preparation
None
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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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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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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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