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(LIOT10/27) Critical Skills for CFOs & Controllers: Budgeting & Forecasting Strategies for Today’s World
The budget and the forecast are two common tools used by controllers and CFOs across almost every industry. However, are we really getting the most out of these tools? Or are we merely replicating whatever was done last year? In this course, we will use examples and illustrations to demonstrate various budgeting and forecasting techniques....
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(SSOT123/27) Surgent’s Crowdfunding: A General Overview
In the past, entrepreneurs who sought investment capital for their start-ups were subject to the preferences and expectations of a small set of wealthy investors. These venture capitalists and angel investors often played the role of highly selective gatekeepers, denying countless potential business leaders the opportunity to bring their well-thought ideas to market. Much has...
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(SSOT151/27) Surgent’s Controller/CFO Update: Hot Topics Facing Today’s Financial Professional
In today's rapidly changing world, finance professionals are required to wear many hats and are often the keys to the success of the organization. On one hand, they need to be abreast of the latest proven financial skills for making the best decisions, and on the other hand, they need the best skills to motivate,...
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(SSOT137/27) Surgent’s Max the Tax: Crowdfunding
Your client, Aida, wants to share an amazing new product and service with the world, but she needs funding. The product, a sensory jacket, syncs with virtual reality (VR) apps so people can use more of their senses in VR experiences. Ask relevant questions to create an effective fundraising campaign for the product.
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(LIOT13/27) Public Procurement Basics: Protecting the People’s Money
Procurement is a critical component of successful government operations. While there are challenges in public procurement, there are a number of guidelines and requirements that will help lead you to success. This course will offer guidance on how governments can meet complicated procurement needs and develop best practices that protect public and Federal funds.
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(SSBM111/27) Surgent’s Gaining a Competitive Advantage: Critical Skills for CFOs and Controllers
All organizations are looking for ways to gain an advantage over the competition. This practical and interactive session will present a toolkit of ideas to help CFOs, controllers and finance professionals better position their organizations for the future. We know change is occurring at an exponential rate, and that has proven to be the case...
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(SSOT150/27) Surgent’s Controller/CFO Update: Hot Topics Facing Today’s Financial Professional
In today's rapidly changing world, finance professionals are required to wear many hats and are often the keys to the success of the organization. On one hand, they need to be abreast of the latest proven financial skills for making the best decisions, and on the other hand they need the best skills to motivate,...
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(SSOT152/27) Surgent’s Current Developments and Best Practices for Today’s CFOs and Controllers
In today's rapidly changing world, finance professionals are required to wear many hats and are often the keys to an organization's success. On one hand, they need to be abreast of the latest proven financial skills to make the best decisions; on the other hand, they need strong skills to motivate, manage, and lead people....
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(LIOT17/27) Lifecycle Financial Planning – Assessing Client Needs & Building a Plan
True financial planning is a collaborative process between a client and advisor that encompasses all aspects of an individual's financial life. However, what does the financial planning process look like and what should the approach be? By examining academic theory and illustrative case examples, this course will explore how financial planning changes over a client's...
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(LIOT11/27) Strategic Government Budgeting: Tools for Long-Term Sustainability
This course equips participants with the tools and strategies needed to create sustainable, long-term budgets that align with policy goals and ensure fiscal responsibility. Participants will explore key budgeting frameworks, learn techniques for forecasting revenue and expenditures, and analyze scenarios to mitigate financial risks. The course incorporates practical exercises and case studies to provide hands-on...
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