CFO Series: Often Wrong, Never in Doubt: Risk of Trusting AI

Overview

Not long ago, humans did the thinking and machines did the work, now with AI - the opposite is true. The focus is - have we abdicated our judgement to AI? Why do many humans no longer use their wisdom? Many no longer ask, “Why,” instead they just do as they are instructed. The system speaks and the human consents. AI is now the agent in charge. What are the dangers? How can we fight against the trends? What does this mean for essential human skills, including judgement? Nonetheless, we are still responsible and to be blamed. Join us to understand what we must do to manage this pervasive and growing risk.

Highlights

The major topics that will be covered in this course include:

How has AI fundamentally changed our professional and personal lives?
Who supervises AI?
Who is responsible for AI?
Who audits AI?
The risk of speed
The risk of giving AI agency
What is ‘cognitive surrender’?
How do different professionals treat and use AI?
The need for critical thinking and human review

Prerequisites

At least six (6) months of professional financial statement analysis experience and/or at least six (6) months of professional experience in preparing or reviewing accounting processes and reports; experience working with internal clients or external clie

Designed For

Financial leaders, financial managers, CEOs, CFOs, controllers, accountants, board members, advisors, and consultants; CPAs in public practice and CPAs in industry; business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals who are interested in realizing more prof