The Future is Generative AI! What CPAs Need To Know
Author: Garth Sheriff
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2 hours for CPAs |
Generative AI has captured the public consciousness more quickly and intensely than other transformative technologies. Fear of missing out is a significant driver in many professionals attempting to understand and maximize generative AI for productivity and income-earning purposes. Generative AI is game-changing, although not necessarily a leap in machine and deep learning innovation. Understanding the journey of AI from Alan Turing’s CAPTCHA to generative AI is part of understanding where we are today and where this technology may be heading.
Publication Date: June 2024
Designed For
TBD
Topics Covered
- An overview of generative AI and the branches of artificial intelligence
- Introduction to ChatGPT and tips for how to make the most of it
- Approaching generative AI with a beginner's mindset
- Practical applications for generative AI
Learning Objectives
- Describe generative AI
- Identify branches of AI
- Describe how generative AI works
- Explain the “explore vs exploit” mentality
- Identify practical applications for generative AI
- Identify ethical considerations for using generative AI
Level
Basic
Instructional Method
Self-Study
NASBA Field of Study
Information Technology (1 hour), Behavioral Ethics (1 hour)
Program Prerequisites
None
Advance Preparation
None
