AICPA Data Processing & Analysis Certificate | 14 CPE
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Official AICPA & CIMA Data Processing and Analysis Certificate — 14 CPE credits of online self-study in preparing data before analysis. A four-part certificate covering requirements gathering, data profiling and collection, data cleansing, and data mining and modelling. Built for accounting and finance professionals who need better data quality for reporting, forecasting and decision-making. Eduyush is an official AICPA & CIMA channel partner serving learners worldwide, with prices displayed in your regional currency at checkout.
Earn 14 CPE credits and an official AICPA & CIMA digital badge after completing the program · NASBA: Information Technology · Basic level · Data Analytics Core Concepts recommended · Online self-study · 1-year access
Key takeaways
- Official course title: Data Processing and Analysis Certificate (product number DAC223SSO)
- CPE value: 14 CPE credits in the NASBA field of study: Information Technology
- Recognition: Earn 14 CPE credits and an official AICPA & CIMA digital badge after completing the program
- Level and prerequisite: Basic level; Data Analytics Core Concepts Certificate recommended (not required)
- Format and access: Online CPE self-study with 1 year of access after purchase date
- Structure: Four parts — requirements gathering, data profiling and collection, data cleansing, and data mining and modelling
What is the AICPA Data Processing and Analysis Certificate?
The Data Processing and Analysis Certificate is a four-part AICPA & CIMA online self-study course that teaches how to identify, collect, clean, troubleshoot and model data before analysis. AICPA & CIMA categorise it as CPE self-study. It is designed for accounting and finance professionals who need better data quality for reporting, forecasting and decision-making.
The certificate matters because weak data preparation damages every later analysis. A finance manager may have strong Excel or dashboard skills, but if the source data is incomplete, duplicated or poorly structured, the final insight can still be wrong. This sits in the data-preparation stage of the AICPA data analytics pathway.
Official course facts
The official AICPA & CIMA listing identifies this as an online basic-level course with 14 CPE credits in Information Technology, and recommends completing Data Analytics Core Concepts first.
| Course item | Verified detail |
|---|---|
| Official title | Data Processing and Analysis Certificate |
| Provider | AICPA & CIMA |
| Format | CPE Self-study, Online |
| CPE credits | 14 CPE |
| NASBA field of study | Information Technology |
| Level | Basic |
| Recommended prerequisite | Data Analytics Core Concepts Certificate recommended, not required |
| Digital badge | Digital badge issued via Credly on completion |
| Availability | 1 year after purchase date with full paid access |
| Product number | DAC223SSO |
| Official AICPA & CIMA pricing | Nonmembers $599, AICPA members $499, CIMA members $499 — checked on 13 July 2026, prices may change |
| Official source | AICPA & CIMA Data Processing and Analysis Certificate page |
The four parts of the certificate
The certificate follows the data-preparation steps that sit before analysis: understanding stakeholder needs, collecting the right data, cleaning it, then using mining and modelling methods.
| Course part | What it teaches | Finance example |
|---|---|---|
| Requirements Gathering | Understand the audience, define objectives and identify the information an analytics project needs. | A CFO asks for a margin dashboard; the analyst first defines which products, regions and segments matter. |
| Data Profiling and Collection | Identify data sources and collect data that fits the project objective. | A controller compares ERP sales data with CRM customer data before building a revenue trend report. |
| Data Cleansing | Clean, standardise and improve data quality before analysis and reporting. | A team removes duplicate vendor names before running spend analysis for procurement savings. |
| Data Mining and Modelling | Find hidden relationships and use data to analyse past results and forecast outcomes. | A finance director reviews receivables-ageing patterns to improve cash-collection forecasting. |
Where this fits: the AICPA data analytics pathway
This certificate is the data-preparation stage. Each certificate has its own CPE value and one-year access period.
| Stage | Certificate | CPE | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundation | Data Analytics Core Concepts | 8 | Analytics mindset, project framing and data language. |
| Data preparation | Data Processing and Analysis (this course) | 14 | Requirements, profiling, cleansing, mining and modelling. |
| Insight communication | Data Visualization and Communication | 11 | Charts, storytelling and audience-focused communication. |
Who provides what
| Role | Organisation |
|---|---|
| Course provider | AICPA & CIMA (Association of International Certified Professional Accountants) |
| Digital badge issuer | Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, via Credly |
| Authorised reseller and purchase support | Eduyush |
Who should take the Data Processing and Analysis Certificate?
Official intended audience: AICPA and CIMA members who want to prepare and analyse data more effectively. Also relevant, based on the curriculum: accounting professionals, controllers, finance directors, CFOs, CPAs and finance analysts who work with reports, dashboards, reconciliations, forecasts or performance data. The fit guide reflects Eduyush interpretation of the curriculum.
| Learner profile | Fit | Typical use case |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting professional | Strong fit | Cleaning ledger, customer, vendor or tax data before analysis. |
| Controller | Strong fit | Improving close reporting, cost analysis and KPI packs with reliable data. |
| Finance director or CFO | Good fit | Challenging data quality before relying on forecasts and decision support. |
| CPA, CA or finance analyst | Strong fit | Preparing datasets for Power BI, Excel models, reconciliations or reports. |
| Learner brand new to analytics | Foundation first | Data Analytics Core Concepts is recommended before this certificate. |
What you learn
Learners study how requirements gathering, data profiling, collection, cleansing, mining and modelling fit within an analytics project, plus the risks and considerations that affect data quality.
Data project framing
How the right requirements questions guide the rest of an analytics project.
Profiling and collection
Assess data sources, spot missing fields and collect data that fits the objective.
Data cleansing
Improve accuracy, consistency and usability before reporting or modelling.
Mining and modelling
Identify patterns and relationships that may improve financial performance.
What this certificate is — and is not
| This certificate is | This certificate is not |
|---|---|
| Professional self-study CPE education with a digital badge | A regulated qualification, licence or job title |
| 14 NASBA CPE credits in Information Technology | A statistics or visualisation course (those are separate certificates) |
| Focused on data preparation before analysis | A tools or software-specific training course |
| Basic-level learning for finance professionals | A beginner introduction to accounting |
| AICPA & CIMA learning | Eduyush-created course content |
Why buy the Data Processing and Analysis Certificate through Eduyush?
Eduyush is an authorised reseller of selected AICPA & CIMA learning products, serving learners worldwide. Prices are displayed in your regional currency at checkout, and the Eduyush team processes your enrolment so the activation email comes directly from AICPA within 1–2 working days.
Eduyush support includes
- Regional pricing support where available for eligible learners, with checkout in your local currency
- Enrolment processed by the Eduyush team — AICPA activation email within 1–2 working days
- Course selection guidance across the AICPA data analytics pathway
- Activation and access guidance after purchase
- Support for teams and firms buying multiple AICPA & CIMA learning products
Building the full pathway? Compare the Data Analytics Core Concepts Certificate, the Data Visualization and Communication Certificate, or browse the AICPA certifications collection.
FAQs on the AICPA Data Processing and Analysis Certificate
Is the Data Processing and Analysis Certificate an official AICPA & CIMA course?
Yes. It is listed on the official AICPA & CIMA website as an online CPE self-study certificate. The official page states 14 CPE credits, Information Technology field of study, basic level and product number DAC223SSO.
How many CPE credits does this certificate provide?
The official listing states 14 CPE credits in Information Technology. Learners should check their own CPA, CA, ACCA, CMA or employer CPD rules before claiming credit, because each body applies its own reporting requirements.
What is the prerequisite for this certificate?
The official page recommends completing the Data Analytics Core Concepts Certificate first, but it is not required. It means learners benefit from understanding analytics basics before studying data preparation and modelling.
How do I complete the certificate — is there a final exam?
There is no invigilated or exam-centre test to sit. The certificate is online self-study: you work through the four parts at your own pace and complete the assessments built into the course. Once you finish all modules and their assessments, your 14 CPE credits are recorded and you can claim the digital badge.
What topics are covered?
Requirements gathering, data profiling and collection, data cleansing, and data mining and modelling. These help finance professionals collect the right data, improve data quality and prepare information for reliable analysis and reporting.
Does this certificate include a digital badge?
Yes. The official AICPA & CIMA page states that after completing the course you receive a digital badge that can be shared with your professional network. It is issued through Credly and can be verified online by employers.
Do I need to be an AICPA or CIMA member?
No. The course is available to nonmembers. AICPA and CIMA members receive the lower member price shown on the official course page.
How soon do I get access after buying through Eduyush?
After you enrol through Eduyush, the Eduyush team processes your enrolment and the activation email comes directly from AICPA within 1 to 2 working days. This is a digital product, so no physical materials are shipped, and access lasts 1 year from purchase.
Last verified: Official AICPA pricing checked on 13 July 2026 against the official AICPA & CIMA product page. Prices may change. Learners should verify pricing, access, CPE eligibility and course availability before purchase.
