The transition from controller to CFO is increasingly complex, as boards now demand that financial leaders function as strategic partners rather than just reporting experts. To bridge this gap, Surgent CPE’s new series focuses on the high-level competencies required to navigate modern corporate environments. The curriculum spans five distinct areas: executive readiness, enterprise risk and regulatory compliance, financial strategy, AI-driven cybersecurity, and board-level governance.

Instructor Cory Ng brings a dual perspective to the coursework, drawing from his background as a former CFO and his current tenure at the Villanova School of Business. According to Elizabeth Kolar, Surgent’s executive vice president, this practitioner-led approach is designed to provide the specific strategic and leadership skills necessary for today’s evolving financial landscape. Each of the five courses offers two NASBA-approved credits and is available for individual purchase at $119 or through the company’s Unlimited Plus subscription.