K2's The How's And Why's Of Data Analytics
Total Credits: 2 including 2 Auditing- Technical
- Average Rating:
- 49
- Categories:
- ACPEN Industry Institute | Industry | Technology | Accounting and Auditing
- Faculty:
- Thomas G. Stephens Jr., CPA.CITP, CGMA
- Course Levels:
- Intermediate
- Duration:
- 2 Hours
- License:
- Product Setting: Expires 30 day(s) after program date.
Description
Increasingly, accountants and auditors are called upon to use data analytics to understand and improve results. Yet, many professionals struggle with the concept of data analytics and remain unaware of how to obtain the results needed using tools they already own.
In this session, you will learn about the four primary types of data analytics and when to use each. Further, you will learn how to generate meaningful analytical measurements using Excel, Power BI, and other tools and, more importantly, how to interpret the results. If you seek to use data analytics – and who isn’t – this session is for you.
Basic Course Information
Learning Objectives- List the four types of data analytics
- Identify examples of analytics available in Excel’s Analysis ToolPak
- Differentiate between correlation and causation
- Identify at least two analytical techniques available in Microsoft’s Power BI platform
Major Subjects
- Understanding the four types of data analytics
- Differentiating between correlation and causation
- How to generate data analytics in Excel and other applications already in use
- The role of Artificial Intelligence in data analytics
Course Materials
Important CPE Credit Instructions_READ BEFORE WEBCAST UPDATED (442.7 KB) | Available after Purchase |
K2's The How’s And Why’s Of Data Analytics Handout (1016.9 KB) | Available after Purchase |
Faculty

Thomas G. Stephens Jr., CPA.CITP, CGMA Related Seminars and Products
Shareholder
K2 Enterprises
Tommy Stephens received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree (Major in Accounting) from Auburn University in 1985. In 1992, he earned a Master of Science degree (Major in Finance) from Georgia State University in Atlanta. Presently, Tommy is a Certified Public Accountant, a Certified Information Technology Professional, and a Chartered Global Management Accountant.
During his professional career, Tommy has gained valuable experience in a variety of positions, including:
- Working as an auditor and technology consultant for an Atlanta-based public accounting firm;
- Leading an Internal Audit staff and managing a Cost Accounting team for a Fortune 500 company;
- Serving as a Chief Financial Officer for an international engineering organization; and
- Founding and managing his public accounting firm that provides accounting, tax, and consulting services to individuals and a variety of small and emerging businesses.
In 1995, Tommy began authoring and presenting continuing professional education courses to accounting and finance professionals. In 2003, he affiliated with K2 Enterprises, and in 2007, he joined the firm as a partner. To date, he has lectured internationally on subjects such as internal controls for small businesses, technology strategies, computer hardware and software applications, tax strategies and compliance, and financial accounting standards and applications. Over the past twenty-five years, Tommy has presented over 2,700 educational sessions to over 70,000 participants throughout the United States and Canada.
Presently, Tommy resides in Woodstock, Georgia, where he enjoys an active personal life with his wife. His hobbies include snow skiing, fishing, running, and other outdoor activities. Tommy maintains professional memberships with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants. Additionally, he is a past member of the Institute of Internal Auditors.
Dates
Thu, Mar 27, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:55pm CDT
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Tue, Apr 15, 2025 - 08:00am to 09:55am CDT
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Thu, Apr 24, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:55pm CDT
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Thu, May 22, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:55pm CDT
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Tue, May 27, 2025 - 08:00am to 09:55am CDT
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Thu, Jun 19, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:55pm CDT
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Sat, Jun 21, 2025 - 10:30am to 12:25pm CDT
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Tue, Jul 08, 2025 - 08:00am to 09:55am CDT
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Thu, Jul 17, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:55pm CDT
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Thu, Aug 14, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:55pm CDT
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Tue, Aug 19, 2025 - 08:00am to 09:55am CDT
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Thu, Sep 11, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:55pm CDT
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Sat, Sep 20, 2025 - 10:30am to 12:25pm CDT
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Tue, Sep 30, 2025 - 08:00am to 09:55am CDT
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Thu, Oct 09, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:55pm CDT
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Thu, Nov 06, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:55pm CST
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Tue, Nov 11, 2025 - 08:00am to 09:55am CST
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Thu, Dec 04, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:55pm CST
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Sat, Dec 20, 2025 - 10:30am to 12:25pm CST
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Tue, Dec 23, 2025 - 08:00am to 09:55am CST
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Thu, Jan 29, 2026 - 03:00pm to 04:55pm CST
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Thu, Feb 26, 2026 - 03:00pm to 04:55pm CST
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Tue, Mar 17, 2026 - 08:00am to 09:55am CDT
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Sat, Mar 21, 2026 - 10:30am to 12:25pm CDT
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Thu, Mar 26, 2026 - 03:00pm to 04:55pm CDT
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Thu, Apr 23, 2026 - 03:00pm to 04:55pm CDT
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Tue, Apr 28, 2026 - 08:00am to 09:55am CDT
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Thu, May 21, 2026 - 03:00pm to 04:55pm CDT
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Additional Info
Basic Course Information
Prerequisites Working knowledge of Microsoft Office ExcelDesigned For Accounting and business professionals seeking to learn more about the emerging field of data analytics
Original Recording Date 2022
Course Developer K2 Enterprises
Date Added to Catalog 03/15/2022
Yellow Book No
Additional Information
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Official Registry Statement
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Instructional Delivery Method
Group Internet Based
Course Registration Requirements
Online Registration
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