The new version of QuickBooks for 2006 includes significant changes. The QuickBooks University will not only help you learn the new 2006 features, but will help you address some of the challenges these features will present to your clients. The QuickBooks University will help you to improve your efficiency, grow your revenues, and enhance your reputation with your clients. Come and expand your knowledge and expertise. Bring your most difficult questions and we will answer them.

Class Agenda

New Features of QuickBooks
Database and Editions
Interface Changes
Improvements in AP, AR, Inventory, Sales Orders, Items, Bank Reconciliation
Voiding Checks is prior periods, Toggle between Accountant Edition and Other editions
Audit Trail, and Payroll Setup
Things Accountants Must Know
Adjustments, Journal Entries, and the Working Trial Balance
Protecting Prior Period Data - Working with the Closing Date
Voiding Checks in Prior Periods
Audit Trail, Passwords, Internal Controls, and Security
Remote Access, Online Accounting, and ASPs
Emailing Data Files
Desktop Sharing with WebEx Remote Access and other Technologies
Remote Hosted QuickBooks Solutions (ASPs)
Data File Management and Troubleshooting
About QuickBooks Files
Portable Company Files
Assessing the Health of the Data File
Troubleshooting and Repairing Corrupted Data Files
Recovering Lost Passwords
Using the Clean up Data Utility - Condensing vs. Starting Over
Configuring QuickBooks in Networked Environment
Installing in a Networked Environment
Designating the Server for data files
Configuring the Host and the Clients
Troubleshooting Multi-User configurations
What is a Floating Host?

Accountants, Bookkeepers, CPAs, QuickBooks Consultants and "Power Users" of QuickBooks software. This is an expert level course intended for consultants who help clients with QuickBooks. This is NOT a beginners seminar. The prerequisite for this course is to have a good working knowledge of QuickBooks and accounting. This is not a hands on course. This is a live course and will be taught using the "Big Screen" method.

• Do you spend countless hours investigating client questions and troubleshooting problems?
• Do your clients need help with the most current versions and editions of QuickBooks?
• Have you wasted money on other QuickBooks seminars that didn't deliver any value?

WebEx is a Platinum Sponsor for all The Sleeter Group events in 2006. Come to any QuickBooks University seminar or to the November QuickBooks Consultant's Conference and meet with a WebEx representative for a WebEx demonstration.

WebEx Communications is the global leader of on-demand applications for collaborative business on the web. WebEx applications are used across the enterprise in sales, support, training, marketing, engineering and product design. WebEx delivers its range of applications over the WebEx MediaTone Network, a global network specifically designed for secure delivery of on-demand applications. WebEx powers the QuickBooks Remote Access feature – both attended and unattended – that allows QuickBooks users to have quick and easy access to office systems and data.  All that is needed is an internet connection and browser access.  Remote Access is free for up to 12 months for select QuickBooks packages and is also available for a monthly subscription fee of $14.95 for Remote Access Gold and $29.95 for Remote Access Platinum.

How well do I need to know QuickBooks to attend this seminar?
This is an advanced level comprehensive seminar on setting up, troubleshooting and supporting QuickBooks and QuickBooks Pro Software designed exclusively for CPAs, Accountants, and Consultants who work with clients.  Attendees should have a good knowledge of accounting and be familiar with QuickBooks. This is not a seminar for beginners.

I already know a lot about QuickBooks. Why should I attend?
Even if you’re already a QuickBooks expert, this seminar is guaranteed to teach you new information, tips, tricks, upgrade issues, troubleshooting solutions and much more. You will also earn up 8 CPE credits.

Can I ask questions during the seminar?
Absolutely! The instructor will try to incorporate questions into the material. We offer a Q&A session at the end of each seminar.  When you register for a seminar you will receive a confirmation email with a website link where you can submit questions for your instructor. Questions will be answered at the seminar.

I am an accountant, but I’m new to QuickBooks. Is this seminar for me?
To get the most out of this seminar, you should have a good working knowledge of QuickBooks. Rather than being a QuickBooks "how to" seminar, the emphasis is on troubleshooting and sharpening your skills as a consultant. Refer to the seminar description on our Seminar Page.

I need Introductory training, what do you have available?
We have certified consultants who offer seminars and provide one on one training. Please check out our Certified Consultants Network. We also offer a QuickBooks textbook – all are available on the Sleeter Group Online Store.

Is The Sleeter Group endorsed by Intuit?
The Sleeter Group is known nationally for its focus on technical training for accountants. We were the nation’s first QuickBooks seminar provider (1994).  In 2002, 2005 and 2006, Intuit endorsed many of our seminars and our annual conference. Doug Sleeter continues to consult directly with the QuickBooks Product Managers on new product features and enhancements and contributes articles to Intuit’s ProConnection newsletter as well as the ProAdvisor newsletters.

Is this a hands-on seminar?
We use a "big screen" presentation method. The seminar workbooks that you will receive include detailed screen shots of the information that is presented on the big screen. You are welcome to bring your laptop to the seminar. After the seminar you can practice using the practice data files that were used in the class. 

Can I receive CPE credits for attending the seminar?
The Sleeter Group, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors as well as the Illinois state board of accountancy and with the IRS for enrolled agents. You will earn 8 CPE credits for attending our seminar. You must sign in and stay for the entire seminar to receive CPE Credit.

What CPE "Subject Matter" Category do your seminars meet the criteria for?
Each state varies, but accounting software courses typically fall under "Specialized Knowledge and Applications." State boards usually leave it up to the individual to determine whether a course meets the criteria set forth in their rules and regulations for each subject matter area. Your CPE certificate will indicate the Specialized Knowledge and Applications subject area.

What materials are included with the seminar?
You will receive a detailed seminar workbook at the seminar. Each workbook is contains step-by-step instructions and easy to follow screen shots. Our seminar workbooks often have more material than we have time to cover in class. This information is provided at no extra cost to you. Additional Sleeter Group QuickBooks Resource products will be offered to attendees at special discounts.

How do I register for the seminar?
You can register at www.sleeter.com/seminars, by fax, in the mail or over the phone (call 888-484-5484). We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover Card. Our office hours are Monday – Friday, 9-5Pm, Pacific Time.

Will I receive a confirmation of my registration?
As soon as we process your registration, we will e-mail you a confirmation including driving directions to the hotel. In the confirmation we will provide discounted hotel rates and hotel reservation numbers. Please bring the confirmation with you to the seminar to speed the check in process.

Can I register now and pay at the door?
In order to reserve your space, we must receive your payment prior to the seminar.

Can I register at the door?
A -We recommend that you register in advance. However, if you must register and pay at the door, you will be welcome if there is room. We cannot guarantee that we will have sufficient seminar workbooks on hand but we will ship one to you after the seminar. We recommend that you call us the day before to inquire if there is space. Please try to arrive no later than 7:30 am to register at the door. It is helpful if you bring a completed registration form and payment with you.

Do you have a money-back guarantee?
Our seminars are 100% money-back guaranteed!  If you decide that this is not the seminar for you, notify the instructor during a break. You must return your seminar workbook(s) and let the instructor know you are leaving. We will issue a full refund within 10 business days.

What is your cancellation policy?
or refund, cancellations must be made in writing and received no later than 72 business hours prior to seminar. Registration fee less a $25 administrative fee, per person, will be refunded within 10 business days. Cancellations less than 3 days will receive "store credit" at www.sleeter.com store of equal value less a $25 administrative fee. No shows will not receive a refund or seminar credit. Substitutions are allowed.

What hotel accommodations have been arranged for attendees?
We have arranged a block of rooms reserved at a special “Sleeter Group” discount rate at most meeting locations. Room rates are not included with your registration fees. Be sure to mention The Sleeter Group discount when making your reservations. (Room availability is limited – room discounts usually cut off 30 days prior to the seminar, and are available on a first come first serve basis. If the location you are planning to attend is being held at a Conference Center, we have likely blocked rooms with a nearby hotel(s). We will send you this information in your confirmation email.

I am not able to attend the seminar at this time. Are the seminar materials available for sale?
While we do not sell our seminar workbook, we recommend The Sleeter Group’s QuickBooks Consultant’s Reference Guide which covers many of the topics from the seminar.

Can I talk to someone who attended one of these seminars to see what they think?
It is very likely that a local CPA or consultant has attended one of our programs in the past. Ask around – we’re confident that they’ll give a high recommendation of our classes. While we do not give out our attendees’ contact information, here are some comments that past attendees have written on their evaluation sheets at the completion of the seminars: Testimonials. Note: intuit requires an overall rating of 90% on attendee evaluations in order to keep our endorsement status. We have exceeded that rating at all of our seminars.

Will I be given information about The Sleeter Group’s Consultants Network at the seminar?
Yes, we will distribute information about becoming a Sleeter Group Consultant. You can learn about the program on our Consultants Network Web Page.

I have attended a Sleeter Group seminar for Accountants and Consultants in the past, should I attend this one?
Definitely! Our seminar material is continually evolving. All QuickBooks materials are updated for the new version of QuickBooks. 

What is the difference between your 1-day "QuickBooks University" seminar and the Annual “QuickBooks Consultant's Conference” in November?
The QuickBooks University Seminars will focus on the new features of QuickBooks 2006, networking, remote support, data file management, and troubleshooting client problems.
The QuickBooks Consultant’s Conference will have numerous breakout sessions and cover a wide ranging set of technical, marketing, and practice development topics. Also, at the conference we'll have several add-on developers present as well as product managers from Intuit. On the 4th (optional) day of the conference, we will be presenting our last QuickBooks University of 2006. The content of that will differ somewhat from the May/June sessions in that it will include new information about QuickBooks 2007, and any other topics that will become relevant after that version is released.