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2024 KPMG U.S. Impact Plan

KPMG
2024-04-29

Each year, the KPMG U.S. Impact Plan highlights our continued investments and accountability to our People, Planet,... Read More >
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KPMG Thought Leadership: Where will AI/GenAI regulations go?

KPMG
2023-08

Our newest thought leadership, Where will AI/GenAI regulations go?: Demonstrating 'trusted AI systems',... Read More >
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Incorporating Data and Analytics into the Accounting Curriculum

KPMG MADA
2023-07-26

This guide highlights some of the increasing demands for the D&A skillsets in the accounting profession by outlining... Read More >
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2023 KPMG Generative AI Survey

KPMG
2023-06

An exclusive KPMG survey shows how top leaders are approaching this transformative technology. Generative AI technology is... Read More >
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Handbook: Climate risk in the financial statements

KPMG
2021-10-05

Using probing questions and examples, we look at how climate risk can impact the financial statements.
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What is an Audit? A guide to the auditing process and why it is important

KPMG
2021

This document gives a high-level overview of what an audit is and the kind of work that is performed during an audit. This... Read More >
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Supplement to KPMG Book on Tax Reform

KPMG
2018-10-24

This supplement to the KPMG Book on Tax Reform summarizes the post-enactment federal tax guidance and legislation.
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KPMG Book on Tax Reform

KPMG
2018-02-14

With new observations, analysis, and graphics, the latest KPMG book on tax reform along with related resources is a helpful... Read More >
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Intelligent Automation in financial crimes

KPMG
2018-01-24

This paper by KPMG Forensic discusses how companies can forge an innovative compliance strategy for the future.
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Digital Transformation

KPMG and Forbes Insights Survey
2017-10-11

New KPMG and Forbes Insights survey - Digital transformation: how advanced technologies are impacting financial reporting... Read More >
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Building an effective financial crimes change management program

KPMG
2017-09-15

This paper discusses the importance of establishing a financial crimes change management program that begins with an... Read More >
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Developing and Applying Expertise to the Upscale Hospitality Industry in Dubai

Brian Ballou, Ph.D., CPA, and Dan L. Heitger, Ph.D., Miami University
2017-08-23

Three case studies covering crisis management and strategic assessment in the hospitality industry.
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Revenue Recognition Handbook

KPMG
2017-06-28

KPMG’s guidance on and interpretation of ASC 606. KPMG explains the new revenue recognition standard in detail, providing... Read More >
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Achieving Strategic and Performance Objectives at Emirates Airlines

Brian Ballou, Ph.D. and Dan Heitger, Ph.D., Miami University
2016

This module has three cases that deal with business issues in the airline industry and expose students to a number of core... Read More >
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Tax Communication Practice Exercises

Dr. Tracy Noga, Bentley University
2015

Seven different tax issues are provided, along with relevant research materials. Students are asked to draft a research... Read More >
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How to Check Financial Statements

KPMG
2015

This lecture and in-class activity teach students why it is important to check financial statements carefully as part of an... Read More >
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Audit Documentation

KPMG
2014

This checklist serves as a guide when reviewing audit documentation. Faculty and students may use this resource as an... Read More >
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Client Interviewing Skills

KPMG
2014

Strong communications skills are important in any career. This communication framework outlines how to structure a message... Read More >
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Tips for Effective Business Writing

KPMG
2014

Sharpen your business writing skills by learning tips for using plain language, active vs. passive voice, and ensuring your... Read More >
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KPMG Ace the Case Study Guide

KPMG
2014

This guide provides students with a basic approach to analyze a case study in 8 easy steps. It also provides basic tips on... Read More >
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Summary of the KPMG Professional Judgment Framework

Steve Glover, Ph.D., Doug Prawitt, Ph.D.
2013

Adapted from the KPMG Elevating Professional Judgment in Auditing and Accounting monograph, this summary provides a short... Read More >
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Accounts Receivable Aging Report

KPMG
2013

This exercise provides students with step-by-step instructions to create an Accounts Receivable (A/R) Aging Report using... Read More >
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ALPFA 2013 Cases

Brian Ballou, Ph.D., CPA, and Dan L. Heitger, Ph.D., Miami University
2013

These 10 cases were originally developed for use in the 2013 KPMG/Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and... Read More >
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Technical Case Studies: Revised and Updated

KPMG
2013

These four case studies are based on actual projects and cover the following topics: accounting for lease extensions,... Read More >
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ALPFA 2012 Cases

Brian Ballou, Ph.D., CPA, and Dan L. Heitger, Ph.D., Miami University
2012

These 10 cases were originally developed for use in the 2012 KPMG/Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and... Read More >
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How to Think About Real Tax Reform

Harry L. Gutman, KPMG Washington National Tax
2012

This report exposes tax reform misconceptions and provides some basic facts and analytic tools to help reach an informed... Read More >
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ALPFA 2011 Cases

Brian Ballou, Ph.D., CPA, and Dan L. Heitger, Ph.D., Miami University
2011

These 10 cases were originally developed for use in the 2011 KPMG/Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and... Read More >
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ALPFA 2010 Cases

Brian Ballou, Ph.D., CPA, and Dan L. Heitger, Ph.D., Miami University
2010

These 10 cases were originally developed for use in the 2010 KPMG/Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and... Read More >
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ALPFA 2009 Cases

Brian Ballou, Ph.D., CPA, and Dan L. Heitger, Ph.D., Miami University
2009

These 10 cases were originally developed for use in the 2009 KPMG/Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and... Read More >
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ALPFA 2008 Cases

Brian Ballou, Ph.D., CPA, and Dan L. Heitger, Ph.D., Miami University
2008

These 10 cases were originally developed for use in the 2008 KPMG/Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and... Read More >
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ALPFA 2007 Cases

Brian Ballou, Ph.D., CPA, and Dan L. Heitger, Ph.D., Miami University
2007

These 10 cases were originally developed for use in the 2007 KPMG/Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and... Read More >
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ALPFA 2006 Cases

Brian Ballou, Ph.D., CPA, and Dan L. Heitger, Ph.D., Miami University
2006

These 33 cases were originally developed for use in the 2006 KPMG/Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and... Read More >
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Strategic Systems Auditing Cases

KPMG and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
2000

This material provides an extensive overview of the strategic-systems approach to auditing. There are eight cases from six... Read More >
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