Coming to Newcastle this October. Watch it. Discuss it. Apply it.

Join us at Tyneside Cinema, Newcastle for CIMA's first-ever live screening of one of CIMA's premium AI learning products, combining premium learning content with live expert insight from Lorraine Ellison FCMA, CGMA, creating an immersive experience that goes far beyond a traditional CPD event. Pop by & discover how finance professionals can move beyond prompts and start building AI-powered workflows that deliver real business value.

The evening begins with a screening of CIMA's highly regarded AI- focused educational material Charting The Future: From Tasks to Capability — Augmented by Gen AI & ChatGPT (https://www.aicpa-cima.com/cpe-learning/webcast/charting-the-future-from-tasks-to-capability-augmented-by-gen-ai-and-chatgpt-wc).

Once the screening finishes, you'll get a chance to hear directly from Lorraine Ellison FCMA, CGMA, founder of Simply Additions Ltd and former Chair of CIMA's Member in Practice Committee (more about Lorraine in the 'Lineup' section), as she shares how AI is being applied in practice today by accountants and finance professionals.

This is not a session about AI hype. It's about practical application, professional judgement and creating repeatable workflows that improve analysis, communication and decision support.

What you'll learn

The screening explores how finance professionals can move beyond basic prompt-writing and begin building AI-enabled capabilities that create real value, including:

The shift from occasional AI use to repeatable professional workflows

Using tools such as Advanced Data Analysis, Deep Research, Canvas, Projects and Custom GPTs

Creating executive-ready outputs with greater efficiency and consistency

Governance, validation and quality control in AI-assisted work

Real-world demonstrations of AI applications in accounting and finance

Why attend?

Access a premium CIMA AI learning product

Hear practical insights from an experienced finance professional using AI every day

Earn valuable CPD in an engaging format

Network with fellow finance professionals

Experience a CIMA event in one of the UK's most unique cinema venues

Refreshments

Enjoy a selection of homemade focaccia sandwiches, sausage rolls, a variety of sweet treats, and a selection drinks, both hot & and cold.

🍿 And as popcorn during a cinema visit is a must, we're providing that, too.

Ticket information

This is a paid event, however the ticket fee has been deliberately kept low to encourage broad participation. In addition to that, we're offering you an early bird promomtion - book before Friday, 9 October & save £5.

Whether you're AI-curious, actively experimenting with generative AI, or looking to build more sophisticated workflows within your organisation, this event offers a practical and engaging introduction to what comes next.

Places are limited. Book now and be part of CIMA's first-ever cinema screening experience.

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