Certificate Course on AI for Chartered Accountants (AICA) – Level 1
The ICAI Udupi Branch (SIRC) proudly hosted a three-day Certificate Course on Artificial Intelligence for Chartered Accountants (AICA) – Level 1 from 29th to 31st May 2025. Designed exclusively for members of the Institute, this intensive course aimed to equip Chartered Accountants with fundamental knowledge and practical applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the profession.
This Level 1 course introduced participants to the transformative potential of AI in auditing, financial reporting, tax compliance, and decision-making support systems.
Faculty Sessions
Day 1 – Thursday, 29th May 2025
🎤 Faculty: CA Anand P Jangid
Session Highlights:
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Key Concepts: Machine Learning, Neural Networks, NLP
AI Use Cases in Accounting and Auditing
Ethical Considerations and Professional Responsibility in AI
Day 2 – Friday, 30th May 2025
🎤 Faculty: CA Karthikeya Dinesh Shenoy
Session Highlights:
Data Analytics & Predictive Modeling
Tools & Technologies for CA Practice
AI Integration in Financial Reporting
Case Studies: AI for Compliance & Risk Analysis
Day 3 – Saturday, 31st May 2025
🎤 Faculty: CA Anmol Lohia
Session Highlights:
AI Implementation Framework for CA Firms
Introduction to Low-Code/No-Code AI Tools
Hands-on Demo: AI Tools for Automation
Q&A + Certificate Distribution
Takeaways for Participants
Enhanced awareness of AI fundamentals relevant to the CA profession
Insight into real-world AI applications in audits, taxation, and reporting
Exposure to cutting-edge tools and AI strategies for practice enhancement
Certificate of completion from ICAI (Level 1)
The course witnessed enthusiastic participation and marked a successful initiative in aligning the CA profession with emerging technologies. ICAI Udupi Branch extends gratitude to all faculties, participants, and contributors who made this event impactful and memorable.







