Developing a Digital Mindset

Author: Cory Campbell

While technological advancements bring about increased efficiency, they may also exacerbate the skills gap, compelling employees to constantly acquire and adapt to new skills at a faster pace in order to stay abreast of emerging technologies. The rise of generative AI as an innovative decision support system further compounds this intricate landscape. To excel in this environment, it becomes crucial for accountants to foster digital skillsets that are transferrable. This is essential as the relentless progress of technology, coupled with the disruptive power of innovations, demands ongoing learning and adaptation, making continuous learning and relearning indispensable in the field of accounting.

Publication Date: August 2023

Designed For
Professionals in public practice, business, government, and education who wish to be knowledgeable about how to develop skillsets required to stay relevant amidst changes in technology.

Topics Covered

• What is a digital mindset?
• What are the key skills for the future?
• Framework for critical thinking
• What is a framework for using data analytics?
• How to adapt key skills for the future if the technology is always changing?
• What types of resources are available for me?

Learning Objectives

• Recognize the role of critical thinking in developing a digital mindset
• Recognize the importance of developing a continuous learning mindset
• Identify key skills that are required to thrive in a data-driven world
• Identify the term that refers to evaluating data in order to process information for decision making
• Identify the type of analytics that is both descriptive and backward focused

Level
Basic

Instructional Method
Self-Study

NASBA Field of Study
Information Technology (2 hours)

Program Prerequisites
None

Advance Preparation
None