Utilizing an audience centric view, this course works through best practices for variance analysis using examples and case studies to demonstrate visualization through charts, graphs, and images. Furthermore, you will explore different structures which facilitate conversations about organizational performance. Honing these skills elevates your executive presence and the level of persuasiveness within your organization. Course Type: Video. Worth 4.5 Technical CPE Credits (CPA/NASBA).

UPDATED 2026: Because the effectiveness of any business strategy is only told over time, this course throws you to past and future alike. Alongside Sophie, a fellow intern, you’ll learn how to analyze past and present strategic decisions with the added bonus of seeing their impact on future operations. The virtual case studies of two fictional companies, Lion Industries and C.A.T. Enterprises, brings to life the importance of strategic planning and execution. And with a close focus on forecasting, disruption, positioning and branding, Business Strategy is the perfect way to gain a handhold on this vital subject. Course Type: Business Simulation. Worth 27.5 PDCs (SHRM) and 26 CEUs (HRCI Business Credits).

This course thoroughly covers the fundamentals of time value of money, including interest rates, future value, present value , and internal rate of return. Common personal and business applications are also demonstrated. Examples include saving for vacations and college educational costs, retirement planning, modeling future outcomes and sensitivity analysis, and investing in bonds and bond pricing. Time value of money is at the heart of virtually all financial decision making and it is important for business professionals to understand exactly how it works. Course Type: Video. Worth 2 Technical CPE Credits (CPA/NASBA).

UPDATED 2026: Payroll is an essential part of any company, and without a carefully implemented structure, organizations could not function. This course explores the importance of meeting financial obligations to employees and other parties, taking into account benefits, health insurance policies and retirement funds to provide a helpful overview of a vital topic. Course Type: Business Simulation. Worth 3 PDCs (SHRM) and 3 CEUs (HRCI General Credits).