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1 Audio instructions (you will hear silence until the session starts) To hear the presentation: 1) You should be automatically connected to the audio when you enter the session if you have computer speakers. 2) If you don t have computer speakers or you are not automatically connected to the audio, dial and enter # when prompted. 3) You will be muted for the duration of the call. To ask a question, use the Q&A menu on your screen.

2 Module Zero Speakers: Lara Greguric, MA, CA Sukaina Rashid, CA, CIA, MBA Kelsey James Director of CA Training Office Engagement Director, Learning Centre Operations Team Lead, Module Services and Student Standards

3 Learning Objectives 1. Understand what Module Zero is 2. Understand what is expected of candidates 3. Understand what is expected of mentors 4. Know how to register for mentor access to Module Zero

4 Agenda 60 minute session 15 minutes of material Remainder of time for questions Submit questions throughout session using Q&A menu We will address questions at end of session Download handout if desired

5 Learning Objectives 1. Understand what Module Zero is 2. Understand what is expected of candidates 3. Understand what is expected of mentors 4. Know how to register for mentor access to Module Zero

6 CPA Prerequisites Find the CPA Competency Map on Prerequisites for admission to CPA professional education program include: Undergraduate degree Specific subject area coverage defined by CPA competency map

7 Module Zero CPA prerequisites differ from CASB prerequisites Module Zero helps candidates fill knowledge gaps

8 Module Zero Module Zero is: Free Flexible Online Self-assessed

9 Module Zero Timing: Initial offering May to August 2013 Subsequent offerings: o o Prior to future Core Module 1 offerings Until post-secondary institutions adjust

10 Module Zero Module Zero covers topics in four competency areas: Financial accounting Taxation Management accounting Strategy and governance

11 Financial Accounting Find Module Zero Topic List on TOPICS Business combinations FA01: Investments subject to significant influence FA02: Consolidation at acquisition FA03: Consolidation subsequent to acquisition FA04: Joint ventures Financial instruments FA05: Classification, and measurement of financial assets, financial liabilities, and equity instruments FA06: Hedging Financial accounting for not-for-profit organizations FA07: Financial accounting for not-for-profit organizations Foreign currency translation FA08: Foreign currency translation ESTIMATED TIME TO COMPLETE 3-4 hours 6-8 hours 6-8 hours 3-4 hours 5-7 hours 4-5 hours hours 5-6 hours

12 Taxation Find Module Zero Topic List on TOPICS Capital cost allowance TX01: Replacement property rules TX02: Class 10.1 vehicles (luxury passenger vehicles) TX03: Disposition of building and land TX04: Consideration (Fair Market Value rules) Taxes payable by a corporation TX05: Components and calculation of corporate taxes payable ESTIMATED TIME TO COMPLETE 1-2 hours 1 hour 1-2 hours 1 hour 7-11 hours

13 Management Accounting Find Module Zero Topic List on TOPICS Management planning and evaluation tools MG01: Enterprise resource planning MG02: Capacity requirements planning MG03: Responsibility accounting MG04: Activity based management MG05: Balanced scorecard MG06: Non-profit and government entities Strategic cost management MG07: Costing strategies Quality control and quality improvement MG08: Business process re-engineering Pricing decisions MG09: Industry structure MG10: Pricing strategies MG11: Cost-plus pricing and fixed price contracts MG12: Product differentiation, mix, and marketing MG13: Transfer pricing ESTIMATED TIME TO COMPLETE 2-3 hours 2-3 hours 3-4 hours 2-3 hours 2-3 hours 2-3 hours 5-6 hours 3-4 hours 1-2 hours 3-4 hours 1-2 hours 4-5 hours 3-4 hours

14 Strategy and Governance Find Module Zero Topic List on TOPICS Role of governance ST01: Governance structure ST02: Auditor roles Environmental scanning and industry analysis ST03: Mission, vision, values, and objectives ST04: Environmental scan Creating, implementing, and evaluating strategy ST05: Strategy formulation ST06: Strategic implementation ST07: Managing risk ST08: Strategic evaluation ESTIMATED TIME TO COMPLETE 3-4 hours 3-4 hours 4-5 hours 8-10 hours 6-8 hours 6-8 hours 5-6 hours 3-4 hours

15 Learning Objectives 1. Understand what Module Zero is 2. Understand what is expected of candidates 3. Understand what is expected of mentors 4. Know how to register for mentor access to Module Zero

16 Candidate Responsibilities Apply to CPA PEP Assess which topics are required Complete review questions February 15 th May th August 30 th Register for Module Zero Complete required topics Confirm completion of required topics

17 Candidate Responsibilities Apply to CPA PEP Assess which topics are required Complete review questions February 15 th May th August 30 th Register for Module Zero Complete required topics Confirm completion of required topics

18 Register for Module Zero Summer 2013 offering of Module Zero is intended for candidates taking Core Module 1 in Fall 2013 There will be future offerings of Module Zero

19 Register for Module Zero & Assess Which Topics are Required

20 Register for Module Zero & Assess Which Topics are Required

21 Register for Module Zero & Assess Which Topics are Required

22 Register for Module Zero & Assess Which Topics are Required

23 Candidate Responsibilities Apply to CPA PEP Assess which topics are required Complete review questions February 15 th May th August 30 th Register for Module Zero Complete required topics Confirm completion of required topics

24 Complete Required Topics & Review Questions Candidates: Access Module Zero through Desire2Learn Receive access to all Module Zero topics Complete topics throughout the summer at their own pace Have access to subject matter experts through Desire2Learn Complete review questions at end of each topic

25 Complete Required Topics & Review Questions No marked assignments or evaluations Self-directed

26 Candidate Responsibilities Apply to CPA PEP Assess which topics are required Complete review questions February 15 th May th August 30 th Register for Module Zero Complete required topics Confirm completion of required topics

27 Confirm Completion of Required Topics Confirm completion of topics by August 30 th Must do so in order to participate in Core Module 1

28 Learning Objectives 1. Understand what Module Zero is 2. Understand what is expected of candidates 3. Understand what is expected of mentors 4. Know how to register for mentor access to Module Zero

29 Mentor Responsibilities No formal responsibilities

30 How Mentors Can Help Registration: Topic selection Course material Post-secondary institution Can complete more topics Topics: Technical challenges Subject matter experts Training office materials

31 Learning Objectives 1. Understand what Module Zero is 2. Understand what is expected of candidates 3. Understand what is expected of mentors 4. Know how to register for mentor access to Module Zero

32 Register for Mentor Access to Module Zero MENTOR MODULES Content Location Access Who How Module Zero learning materials Desire2Learn Registration required Qualified CA Senior CASB student HR Contact Student Contact Complete CASB Mentor Registration Application in Forms section of

33 Questions

34 Thank you