10 CPE Credit Hours

After completing this course, participants will be able to:

Understand foundational business law principles and their impact on accounting practices and legal compliance.

Explain how corporate governance structures and legal responsibilities influence compliance and financial reporting.

Recognize the key elements of contracts and assess their implications for financial transactions and risk management.

Evaluate the legal frameworks governing financial transactions, including bankruptcy, fraud, and secured lending.

Identify essential tax laws and compliance obligations affecting individuals and businesses.

Understand employment law requirements and evaluate legal risks related to workforce management and compliance.

Assess environmental compliance obligations and their implications for financial reporting and legal exposure.

Understand legal protections for intellectual property and technology, including data privacy and cybersecurity compliance.

QAS Self-Study

Prerequisites: None

Advance preparation: None

Accounting: 10 CPE credits

Published Date: 07/04/2025

Expiration/Review Date: 07/04/2026

Participants must successfully complete the qualified assessment with a minimum of 70% accuracy within one year of course enrollment to obtain a certificate of completion and earn 10 CPE credits.