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Introduction to Government Accounting 2 Credits 2 Credits

May 19, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

Introduction to Government Accounting 2 Credits 2 Credits

  • Dr. Robert Minniti

    | CPA (US), CFE

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  • Published on

    November, 2025

  • Subject Area

    Accounting (Govt.)

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Learning Objectives

  • Identify the basic concepts of government accounting.
  • Explain the structure of government financial statements.
  • Discuss the classification of government funds.
  • Analyze the professional standards governing government accounting.
  • Explore the application of fund-based accounting in practice.

Course Overview

Government accounting plays a critical role in maintaining transparency and accountability within public institutions. But how exactly do government entities track their finances, manage multiple funds, and comply with specialized reporting standards? This CPE course offers a clear and practical introduction to the fundamentals of government accounting, helping professionals navigate this unique financial landscape with confidence.

Participants will explore how government accounting differs from private-sector methods, uncovering the logic behind fund accounting and how it supports public accountability. The course also breaks down government financial statements, GASB standards, and the structure of governmental funds, providing participants with a foundation for understanding the principles that drive decision-making in the public sector.

Major Topics:

  • Government Financial Statements
  • Fund Accounting Principles
  • GASB Reporting Standards
  • Governmental Fund Types
  • Public Sector Framework

By the end of this CPE course, participants will gain the knowledge and confidence to interpret government financial statements, identify major fund categories, and connect each element to the broader framework of public sector reporting.

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On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

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License details Credits Status
Accounting (Govt.) for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 2 CPE Approved
Accounting & Auditing (Govt.) for Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) 2 CPE Eligible
Accounting & Auditing (Govt.) for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 2 CPE Eligible
Accounting & Auditing (Govt.) for Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) 2 CPE Eligible
Accounting (Govt.) for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Accounting & Auditing (Govt.) for Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) 2 CPE Eligible
Accounting & Auditing (Govt.) for Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA) 2 CPE Eligible
Accounting & Auditing (Govt.) for Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL) 2 CPE Eligible
Accounting (Govt.) for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Accounting (Govt.) for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Controls Specialist (CCS) 2 CPE Eligible
License details Credits Status
Accounting (Govt.) for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 2 CPE Approved
Accounting & Auditing (Govt.) for Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) 2 CPE Eligible
Accounting & Auditing (Govt.) for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 2 CPE Eligible
Accounting & Auditing (Govt.) for Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) 2 CPE Eligible
Accounting (Govt.) for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Accounting & Auditing (Govt.) for Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) 2 CPE Eligible
Accounting & Auditing (Govt.) for Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA) 2 CPE Eligible
Accounting & Auditing (Govt.) for Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL) 2 CPE Eligible
Accounting (Govt.) for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Accounting (Govt.) for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Controls Specialist (CCS) 2 CPE Eligible

Additional Information

Credits

2

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

Dr. Robert Minniti | CPA (US), CFE

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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Neeland Enniss, CPA (US)

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Informed about the various segments of government and the kinds of reporting required. The importance of compliance with GAS.

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David Budhu, ACCA

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Informative, detailed and easy to follow.

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