Maryland Association of CPAs

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We are pleased to announce the expansion of the ACPEN Industry Institute webcast time offerings in order to accommodate a broader range of schedules. Several alternating weeknights and two Saturdays per month are being added to the mix to give you additional programming options! When registering for webcasts, please make note of whether the course is an AM or PM start time.

 

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FICPA Mega CPE Complete Conference

FICPA Mega CPE Complete Conference We’ve thrown out the box to create something new, fun and uniqueThis will be an energizing conference with labs, demonstrations, in-depth workshops and – so no one will think we’re too out in left field, traditional classrooms More

CPE Credits: 14
Original Recording Date: 6/12-13/2012
Field of Study 1: Accounting & Auditing_7 Hours
Field of Study 2: Specialized Knowledge & Applications_7 Hours
Program Level (Basic, Update, Intermediate, Advanced, Overview): Update
Prerequisites: None
Advanced Preparation: N/A
Instructional Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
Course Registration Requirements: Online Registration
Designed For: Any financial professional
Course Developer: Florida Institute of CPAs
Refund/Cancellation Policy: Please contact the ACPEN help desk - 1-800-747-1719 or help@acpen.com if you wish to cancel your attendance for a previously purchased webcast and are requesting a refund or transfer.
Complaint Resolution Policy: Please contact Anne Taylor for any complaints. anne.taylor@acpen.com, (972-377-8199).
Official Registry Statement: Business Professionals' Network, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org
June 12, 2012 8:15 AM EDT

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FICPA Mega CPE Conference - Day 1

FICPA Mega CPE Conference - Day 1 We’ve thrown out the box to create something new, fun and uniqueThis will be an energizing conference with labs, demonstrations, in-depth workshops and – so no one will think we’re too out in left field, traditional classrooms More

CPE Credits: 7
Original Recording Date: 6/12/2012
Field of Study 1: Accounting & Auditing_3 Hours
Field of Study 2: Specialized Knowledge_4 Hours
Program Level (Basic, Update, Intermediate, Advanced, Overview): Update
Prerequisites: None
Advanced Preparation: N/A
Instructional Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
Course Registration Requirements: Online Registration
Designed For: Any financial professional
Course Developer: Florida Institute of CPAs
Refund/Cancellation Policy: Please contact the ACPEN help desk - 1-800-747-1719 or help@acpen.com if you wish to cancel your attendance for a previously purchased webcast and are requesting a refund or transfer.
Complaint Resolution Policy: Please contact Anne Taylor for any complaints. anne.taylor@acpen.com, (972-377-8199).
Official Registry Statement: Business Professionals' Network, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org
June 12, 2012 8:15 AM EDT

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FICPA Mega CPE Conference - Day 2

FICPA Mega CPE Conference - Day 2 We’ve thrown out the box to create something new, fun and uniqueThis will be an energizing conference with labs, demonstrations, in-depth workshops and – so no one will think we’re too out in left field, traditional classrooms More

CPE Credits: 7
Original Recording Date: 6/13/2012
Field of Study 1: Accounting & Auditing_4 Hours
Field of Study 2: Specialized Knowledge & Applications_3 Hours
Program Level (Basic, Update, Intermediate, Advanced, Overview): Update
Prerequisites: None
Instructional Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
Course Registration Requirements: Online Registration
Designed For: Any financial professional
Course Developer: Florida Institute of CPAs
Refund/Cancellation Policy: Please contact the ACPEN help desk - 1-800-747-1719 or help@acpen.com if you wish to cancel your attendance for a previously purchased webcast and are requesting a refund or transfer.
Complaint Resolution Policy: Please contact Anne Taylor for any complaints. anne.taylor@acpen.com, (972-377-8199).
Official Registry Statement: Business Professionals' Network, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org
June 13, 2012 8:15 AM EDT

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How CPAs can Interpret and Apply Business Valuations

  It is sometimes said that business valuation is a mix of art and of science.  There is no sure and exact method of determining what a business is worth.  Business valuation tends to be subjective rather than objective and relate to the nature of the transaction.   More

CPE Credits: 2
Learning Objective 1: To provide the practitioner with an understanding of the primary methods in valuing a business
Field of Study 1: Specialized Knowledge & Applications
Program Level (Basic, Update, Intermediate, Advanced, Overview): Basic
Prerequisites: None
Advanced Preparation: None
Instructional Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
Course Registration Requirements: Online Registration
Designed For: EAs, CPAs, financial planners, attorneys, bankers
Refund/Cancellation Policy: Please contact the ACPEN help desk - 1-800-747-1719 or help@acpen.com if you wish to cancel your attendance for a previously purchased webcast and are requesting a refund or transfer.
Complaint Resolution Policy: Please contact Anne Taylor for any complaints. anne.taylor@acpen.com, (972-377-8199).
Official Registry Statement: Business Professionals' Network, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org
June 13, 2012 6:00 PM EDT

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Preparing for and Avoiding Prohibited Transactions Under the New Participant-Directed Plan Fee Disclosure Regulations

Description: Under the new participant-directed plan fee disclosure regulations set to go into effect July 1, 2012, plan sponsors and trustees have explicit obligations that cannot be delegated to their CPA, attorney or providerFailure to execute and document these actions will create a prohibited transaction and impose significant penalties on the plan. Major Subjects:•    ERISA 408(b)(2) plan level fee disclosure•    ERISA 405(a) participant fee disclosure•    Managing fiduciary liability risk•    Improving plan quality and participant success More

CPE Credits: 1.5
Original Recording Date: 6/8/2012
Learning Objective 1: Help clients maintain compliance with the statutory requirements of the new 401(k) fee disclosure regulations and with the spirit of the new law of improving plan quality.
Field of Study 1: Other_1.5 Hours
Program Level (Basic, Update, Intermediate, Advanced, Overview): Update
Instructional Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
Course Registration Requirements: Online Registration
Designed For: CPAs who serve in a counseling role for their corporate clients or who are responsible for performing audits of retirement plans.
Refund/Cancellation Policy: Please contact the ACPEN help desk - 1-800-747-1719 or help@acpen.com if you wish to cancel your attendance for a previously purchased webcast and are requesting a refund or transfer.
Complaint Resolution Policy: Please contact Anne Taylor for any complaints. anne.taylor@acpen.com, (972-377-8199).
Official Registry Statement: Business Professionals' Network, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org
June 8, 2012 10:00 AM EDT
June 22, 2012 2:00 PM EDT

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Strategic Sourcing – Supply Chain Excellence

Featuring Dan Chenoweth,CPA

A study of over 150 procurement initiatives indicates that significant savings are possible when company's implement strategic sourcing techniques Partnering with strategic suppliers can generate savings of 30-50% Challenging and modifying product and packaging designs can generate savings of 7%-15% and "shining a spotlight" on a given product category can generate savings of 3-5% More

CPE Credits: 2
Learning Objective 1: Reduce the total cost of ownership in your supplier relationships
Field of Study 1: Management
Program Level (Basic, Update, Intermediate, Advanced, Overview): Intermediate
Prerequisites: None
Advanced Preparation: None
Instructional Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
Course Registration Requirements: Online Registration
Designed For: Corporate Financial Managers
Course Developer: Executive Education, Inc
Refund/Cancellation Policy: Please contact the ACPEN help desk - 1-800-747-1719 or help@acpen.com if you wish to cancel your attendance for a previously purchased webcast and are requesting a refund or transfer.
Complaint Resolution Policy: Please contact Anne Taylor for any complaints. anne.taylor@acpen.com, (972-377-8199).
Official Registry Statement: Business Professionals' Network, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org
May 31, 2012 11:00 AM EDT
June 2, 2012 2:00 PM EDT
June 18, 2012 9:00 AM EDT
July 23, 2012 1:00 PM EDT
July 31, 2012 9:00 PM EDT
August 11, 2012 1:00 PM EDT
August 30, 2012 3:00 PM EDT
September 11, 2012 11:00 PM EDT
October 15, 2012 2:00 PM EDT
October 20, 2012 5:00 PM EDT
November 26, 2012 3:00 PM EST
December 13, 2012 9:00 PM EST
December 17, 2012 1:00 PM EST

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Time Mastery for CPAs and Financial Professionals – Part 1 – Draining the Swamp How to Maximize Your Productivity and Satisfaction

Featuring Frank Sanitate

Course Description: NOTE: This workshop is divided into 2 equal partsWe highly recommend that you take both, but you can take either as a stand-alone workshop. TOPICS: Self-analysis: What happens to your time? Understand how to change – and do it! Work on what counts rather than what comes up Become accountable for your time Delegate – You can do it! Plan your life Plan your work Stop having your work encroach on your personal time Convert intentions into action   More

CPE Credits: 4
Learning Objective 1: Eliminate time stress
Learning Objective 2: Get over 100 practical ideas – at least one has to apply to you!
Learning Objective 3: Create a balance between your work life and personal life
Learning Objective 4: Work with greater productivity and satisfaction
Field of Study 1: Business Mgmt and Organization
Program Level (Basic, Update, Intermediate, Advanced, Overview): Intermediate
Prerequisites: None
Advanced Preparation: None
Instructional Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
Course Registration Requirements: Online Registration
Designed For: CPAs in public practice & industry
Course Developer: Frank Sanitate
Refund/Cancellation Policy: Please contact the ACPEN help desk - 1-800-747-1719 or help@acpen.com if you wish to cancel your attendance for a previously purchased webcast and are requesting a refund or transfer.
Complaint Resolution Policy: Please contact Anne Taylor for any complaints. anne.taylor@acpen.com, (972-377-8199).
Official Registry Statement: Business Professionals' Network, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org
May 22, 2012 2:00 PM EDT
May 24, 2012 5:00 PM EDT
June 16, 2012 10:00 AM EDT
June 27, 2012 10:00 AM EDT
July 17, 2012 5:00 PM EDT
July 31, 2012 2:30 PM EDT
August 30, 2012 10:00 AM EDT
September 20, 2012 9:00 PM EDT
October 1, 2012 2:30 PM EDT
October 6, 2012 10:00 AM EDT
November 13, 2012 10:00 AM EST
December 20, 2012 2:30 PM EST

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Time Mastery For CPAs and Financial Professionals - Part 2 - Fighting the Alligators How to Maximize Your Productivity and Satisfaction

Featuring Frank Sanitate

TOPICS Work your plan: Control interruptions Manage the phone Control addictive email behavior Communicate proactively with clients and in the office Eliminate time waste in meetings Pause for perspective, creativity and well-being Get and stay in control of your work Go home satisfied every day Get and stay organized Handle anxiety Get things done Stop procrastinating Foster better time management for the whole office Convert intentions into action   PARTICIPANT COMMENTS “This man is so good that it is scary More

CPE Credits: 4
Learning Objective 1: Eliminate time stress
Learning Objective 2: Get over 80 practical ideas - at least one has to apply to you!
Learning Objective 3: Create a balance between your work life and personal life
Learning Objective 4: Work with greater productivity and satisfaction
Field of Study 1: Business Management & Organization
Program Level (Basic, Update, Intermediate, Advanced, Overview): Intermediate
Prerequisites: None
Advanced Preparation: None
Instructional Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
Course Registration Requirements: Online Registration
Course Developer: Frank Sanitate
Refund/Cancellation Policy: Please contact the ACPEN help desk - 1-800-747-1719 or help@acpen.com if you wish to cancel your attendance for a previously purchased webcast and are requesting a refund or transfer.
Complaint Resolution Policy: Please contact Anne Taylor for any complaints. anne.taylor@acpen.com, (972-377-8199).
Official Registry Statement: Business Professionals' Network, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org
May 22, 2012 10:00 AM EDT
May 24, 2012 9:00 PM EDT
June 16, 2012 2:30 PM EDT
June 27, 2012 2:30 PM EDT
July 17, 2012 9:00 PM EDT
July 31, 2012 10:00 AM EDT
August 30, 2012 2:30 PM EDT
September 20, 2012 5:00 PM EDT
October 1, 2012 10:00 AM EDT
October 6, 2012 2:30 PM EDT
November 13, 2012 2:30 PM EST
December 20, 2012 10:00 AM EST

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