August 10, 2026


Live Webcast


NYSED 8
NASBA 8

CFO Series: Decision-Making in An Irrational World

August 10, 2026
Live Webcast
NYSED 8
NASBA 8

CFO Series: Decision-Making in An Irrational World

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    Instructor

    Brian
    Maturi

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Learning Objectives

  • Understand that uncertainty is normal and what we can do about it.
  • Understand that precision is not the same as accuracy.
  • Understand why and how our current decision-making process is flawed?
  • Learn methods to navigate complexity and better plan for change.
  • Learn the proper, effective way to diversify to reduce hazards?

Major Topics

  • Acute uncertainty will Never go away: can we prevent our plans from failing?
  • Decision making in a non-linear world: what they did not teach in management Accounting?
  • Advanced financial analysis: choosing the right tools in a world full of randomness
  • Diversification: a risky or risk averse strategy?

CPE Credits Available

NYSED 8
NASBA 8
4
Accounting (NYSED) - NYSED
4
Auditing (NASBA) - NASBA
4
Auditing (NYSED) - NYSED
4
Finance (NASBA) - NASBA

Things to Know About This Course

Course Level

  • Intermediate

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 clients and business leaders.

Advanced Preparation

None

Intended Audience

Managers who want to improve their financial analysis skills, develop a thoughtful approach towards risk and a method to optimize a practical strategy towards managing risk; corporate 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 interested in financial analysis, managing risk and understanding the value of planning.

Provider

The KnowledgeInstitute

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