To develop, regulate and promote an internationally recognized accountancy profession that upholds public interest through capacity building, advocacy, innovation and sustainable practices.
THE INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA
(Established under the Accountants Act, Laws of Kenya)
How To Use AI Effectively for Competitive Edge
Theme: Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Innovation, Productivity, and Competitive Advantage
Date: 11th August 2026
Mode: Virtual
Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm
Overview
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming how organizations operate, compete, and create value. By automating tasks, improving decisions, generating insights, and enhancing customer experiences, AI has become a strategic enabler across industries. Organizations that adopt it effectively gain efficiency, innovation, and competitiveness, while those that do not risk falling behind in the digital economy.
For accounting and finance professionals, AI offers opportunities to redefine roles and improve effectiveness. It can automate data entry, reconciliations, reporting, and document analysis, freeing professionals to focus on financial analysis, advisory services, risk management, and business decisions while improving accuracy and speed.
Effective AI use requires more than adopting technology. Professionals must understand AI’s capabilities and limits, write effective prompts, review outputs critically, and apply AI responsibly, ethically, and in line with professional standards. Human judgment, skepticism, confidentiality, and data privacy remain essential.
As AI evolves, organizations need professionals who combine technical expertise with digital skills to drive innovation and performance. Using AI in daily workflows, improving productivity, supporting decisions, and managing risks such as bias, misinformation, cybersecurity, and data protection are now essential competencies.
This webinar will provide practical knowledge and hands-on insights on using AI in today’s professional environment. Through demonstrations, examples, and real-world use cases, participants will learn how to improve efficiency, judgment, productivity, and competitive advantage while upholding ethical and professional standards.
Recognizing the growing role of digital transformation in accountancy, ICPAK has organized this webinar to equip members with practical skills for leveraging AI confidently, responsibly, and strategically to create value and remain competitive.
Topics To Be Covered
Target Audience
This webinar will be useful to all professional Accountants.
 Continuous Professional Development Units (CPD UNITS):
Members of ICPAK and reciprocating professional bodies will be awarded 2 Structured CPD Units upon successfully completion of the webinar.
Financial Commitment
The webinar charges are Kshs. 1,000. Charges will cater for online video access fees, learning materials, and e-certificates of attendance.
Online Booking
Registration: Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for the workshop is mandatory on https://www.icpak.com/event-registration/Online Booking
We call on interested participants to note that booking for the event is available online at www.icpak.com and will close two hours before the training session.
National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) Reimbursement
The Institute is registered as a trainer with National Industrial Training Authority. The Institute’s registration number is DIT/TRN/47. Participants who are registered levy contributors should apply to NITA for reimbursement of their fees. Please note that this is applicable for Kenyan citizens only and subject to NITA regulations. Remember that to qualify you should apply to NITA for approval prior to the date of the conference. Further details can be obtained from their website (www.nita.go.ke)
Further requests can be channeled to us via telephone calls on +254 719 074 000, or via email to marketing@icpak.com
To develop, regulate and promote an internationally recognized accountancy profession that upholds public interest through capacity building, advocacy, innovation and sustainable practices.
