Stock Plan Fundamentals
This proven and popular virtual program helps you build the foundation you need for a successful career in equity compensation. From taxation principles and the latest securities law considerations to best practices for managing various award types, no stone is left unturned as you learn the essential ins-and-outs of stock awards from experts in the field.
Ideal Development Opportunity For
- Those new to equity compensation
- Experienced professionals wanting to refresh and strengthen their skills
- Those preparing for the CEP Level 1 exam
Enrollment
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6 expert-led modules
On-demand to fit your schedule
Quizzes to test your skills and apply your knowledge
Certificate and Transcript awarded upon completion
Learning Modules
An introduction to equity compensation plan administration, including general roles and responsibilities, an overview of corporate law and the industry regulators. The introduction is followed by a discussion of U.S. securities regulations governing equity compensation, including share registration and Section 16 requirements.
2 hours of continuing education for CEPs.
2.4 hours of continuing education credit for CPAs (live session only).
An overview of the U.S. tax rules and regulations as they apply to equity compensation, including discussion of taxation issues for incentive stock options, non-qualified stock options, restricted stock awards/units and employee stock purchase plans.
2 hours of continuing education for CEPs.
2.4 hours of continuing education credit for CPAs (live session only).
Cover the essentials of accounting treatment of equity compensation, including ASC 718, option valuation, earnings per share and other accounting topics that any new equity plan administrator should be familiar with.
2 hours of continuing education for CEPs.
2.4 hours of continuing education credit for CPAs (live session only).
Take direct focus on administrative matters related to restricted stock and unit awards and stock options. Topics include: grant practices, plan reserve management, exercise methods and procedures, vesting/release considerations, as well as employee education and inter-departmental communications.
2 hours of continuing education for CEPs.
2.4 hours of continuing education credit for CPAs (live session only).
Employee stock purchase plans are a unique form of equity compensation; administrative procedures and practices for these programs differ from other equity arrangements. The fifth webcast in our program focuses on how to administer an ESPP, particularly Section 423 plans.
2 hours of continuing education for CEPs.
2.4 hours of continuing education credit for CPAs (live session only).
Intro to issues that companies may encounter when offering equity globally, including securities laws, tax, accounting, data privacy and mobility considerations.
2 hours of continuing education for CEPs.
2.4 hours of continuing education credit for CPAs (live session only).
Faculty
Barbara Baksa, CEP, NDEF / Executive Director, NASPP
Paz Dizon, CEP / Head of Stock Plan Services, Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Elizabeth Dodge, CEP / Principal, Equity Plan Solutions
Susan Garvin, CEP / Senior Manager, Global Equity Plan Services, GoPro
Denise Glagau, JD / Partner, Global Equity Services, Baker McKenzie
Barbara Klementz, JD / Partner, Global Equity Services, Baker McKenzie
Stacy Romain-Bishop, CEP / LTI Plan Administration Director, Cimpress
Mike Stevens, Partner, Alston & Bird
Christine Zwerling, CEP / Head of Stock Administration, Asana
Enrollment Rates
Continuing Education
Certified Equity Professionals (CEPs) can earn continuing education credits for attendance at the live sessions and replays of session recordings that they did not attend live.
Maximum Credit: 12 hours (2 hours per session)
Additional Requirements: Attendees must keep their own records of their attendance, including the specific sessions they attended, so they can report this information to the CEP Institute when required.
Certified public accountants can earn continuing professional education (CPE) for attendance at the live sessions. Replays of session recordings are not eligible for CPE.
Maximum Credit: 14.4 CPE credits (2.4 credits per session)
Additional Requirements: You must answer all in-session polling questions to receive full credit and credit awarded will be based on your actual time in the session. Arriving late, leaving early, or failing to answer all polling questions will result in a reduction in credit earned.
Instructional Method: Group Internet Based
Program Level: Basic—this program is designed for individuals new to the topic or those with limited experience.
Pre-Requisites: None
Required Advance Preparation: None
Fields of Study Included in Program: Accounting, Business Law, Specialized Knowledge, and Taxes
Additional Information:
The NASPP 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. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org. Email naspp@naspp.com to cancel your registration. All registrations are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
Please contact naspp@naspp.com with any comments and concerns about the course.