INTHEBLACK November 2026 - Magazine - Page 5
Professional development
DEVELOP AI COMPETENCE AND CONFIDENCE
These courses from CPA Australia help accountants and finance professionals develop
the leadership, analytical and ethical capabilities needed to navigate an AI-driven future
with confidence.
See all courses
Lead with impact
EXPLORE
Handle complexity with confidence and authenticity
with this masterclass, delivered by Melbourne Business
School. Through practical insights and evidence-based
approaches, professionals will strengthen their ability to
inspire, influence and adapt in dynamic environments.
CPA Australia’s
career development
resources
1 CPD hour. Learn more
AI-enhanced financial analysis
This course will help professionals bridge the gap
between traditional financial analysis and the innovative
world of generative AI technology. Learn how to
incorporate AI into workflows and leverage it for
improved financial forecasting and analysis.
2.5 CPD hours. Learn more
Create, automate and collaborate
with Microsoft 365 Copilot
This course shows professionals how to use
Microsoft 365 Copilot across the full Office suite
to save time and produce higher-quality work.
Participants will learn Copilot foundations, effective
prompting and responsible use, then move onto
hands-on use in other applications.
8 CPD hours. Learn more
GET INVOLVED
with CPA Australia’s
mentoring program
EXPLORE
CPA Australia’s
conferences
and events
EXPLORE
CPA Australia’s
Member Connect
AI ethics for modern professionals
Gain a deep understanding of the intersection between
AI and ethics, focusing on the societal impacts, regulatory
frameworks and practical strategies to ensure fairness,
transparency and accountability with this course.
Through a blend of theoretical insights and real-world
case studies, professionals will learn to navigate the
ethical challenges posed by AI in the workplace.
EMAIL
CPA Australia’s
professional
development team
5 CPD hours. Learn more
intheblack.cpaaustralia.com.au
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