We’re dropping a sneak peek of SCACPAcade! These aren’t just sessions — they’re quests. Each one is designed to power you up with tools, insights, and strategies to clear the toughest levels in today’s profession.
This week, we’re loading into Spectator Mode to preview a session led by David Peters, CPA, founder and owner of Peters Professional Education and Peters Tax Preparation & Consulting, PC. He’s on a mission to uncover practical ways for your organization to use data.
Data is everywhere but knowing how to harness it effectively is what separates good decisions from great ones. In this engaging course, you’ll dive into the world of data analytics and discover practical ways to apply it in your organization. Through real-world case studies and interactive discussions, participants will explore how to approach big data thoughtfully, while maintaining data integrity across all levels of business operations.
Imagine being given a complex scenario and identifying not just what data is available, but how to turn it into actionable insights. This course walks you through exactly that process. You’ll learn to differentiate between data analytics and data mining, understand the dimensions and types of data you can analyze, and discover the variety of inquiries you can make to drive smarter business decisions.
The focus is not just on theory, it’s on application. By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a framework for approaching data strategically in your current role, ensuring that every dataset you touch is reliable, meaningful, and usable. Whether you’re dealing with customer information, financial reports, or operational metrics, the tools, and techniques you gain here will help you unlock the potential hidden in your data.
Don’t just collect data, use it wisely. This course is your chance to move beyond the noise, explore the power of analytics, and enhance your decision-making with confidence.
David Peters is the Founder and Owner of Peters Professional Education (petersprofessionaleducation.com) and Peters Tax Preparation & Consulting, PC. He is also a financial advisor for CFO Capital Management. He regularly teaches courses in accounting, finance, insurance, financial planning, and ethics throughout the United States, and contributes regularly to various professional publications, including NCACPA’s Interim Report, SCACPA’s CPA Report, and VSCPA’s Disclosures.
Using Data Analytics to Give You a Competitive Advantage – Data Types, Data Inquiries, and Data Integrity
Thursday, Nov. 20
11:15 a.m.-12:35 p.m.
