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IIBA.org Webinars How to Participate

To participate in the Live Webinars, you will need:

  • Computer with Internet access
  • Call in to the phone number provided OR listen via VoIP (headset, or computer speakers). Attendees are muted, unless the organizer unmutes you to ask a question.

*Phone numbers are listed for many countries, none are toll free lines.

System Requirements
For PC users:

  • Windows® 7, Vista, 2003 server or XP
  • Internet Explorer® 7.0 or newer, Firefox® 3.0 or newer or Chrome 5.0 or newer (JavaScript enabled. Java 1.6 or higher highly recommended.)
  • Internet connection with cable modem, DSL or better recommended
  • Dual core 2.4GHz CPU or faster with at least 2 GB of RAM recommended

For Mac users:

  • Mac OS® X 10.7 (Lion®), Mac OS® X 10.6 (Snow Leopard®) or Mac OS® X 10.5 (Leopard®)
  • Safari 3.0 or newer, Firefox® 3.0 or newer or Chrome 5.0 or newer (JavaScript enabled. Java 1.6 or higher highly recommended.)
  • Internet connection with cable modem, DSL or better recommended
  • Intel processor with 1 GB of RAM or more recommended

For iPad®, iPhone® and iPod® touch attendees:

  • iPad® 1 or newer, iPhone® 3GS or newer, iPod® touch (3rd generation) or newer
  • iOS® 4.2 or newer
  • Internet connection (WiFi recommended for VoIP)
  • Free GoToMeeting App from the App Store

To use a microphone and speakers (VoIP):

  • A fast broadband connection with 384 kbps or more recommended
  • Microphone and speakers with a USB headset recommended

Attending the Live Webinar
Step 1

Register for the event.

When you register for the event, you will receive a confirmation email providing the Webinar computer login access details and a list of toll telephone numbers You do not need to call into the phone number if your computer has speakers/microphone.

Step 2

Log in to the event.

To login:

  • Click the link in the confirmation email to join the Webinar
  • A screen will open – type in your name and email address then click “Join Webinar”
  • You will see a “Joining Webinar” screen. Once the program has launched, the screen will read “Launch Successful.”
  • When the Webinar has launched, a pop up will appear that reads “Verifying Webinar” then “Connecting” – this will take a moment. Once you are connected, you will have access to an audio screen with the choice of Use Telephone or Use Mic and Speakers.
  • If you choose the Use Mic and Speakers option, you can listen to the Webinar over your computer speakers or headset.
  • If you choose the Use Telephone option, you will be given a phone number for Canada. There is also a link below this for local numbers in nine other countries. Dial the appropriate number and when prompted, key in the Access Code followed by #. Once verified, you will be asked for the Audio Pin, also available in the pop up screen on your computer. Key in the Pin followed by #.

Troubleshooting

If you can not access the link, or view the webinar, please check with your IT department to identify if you have access to the Go to Webinar website/program. Or try again from a computer outside of work.
If you dial into the Webinar and are told that you are waiting for the Webinar Organizer to attend and it is after the start of the webinar, please try calling in again.


All webinars are listed in Eastern Time – either EST or EDT.
If you miss a webinar it will be posted to one of our archived webinar sections within 5 business days, including audio.
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Webinar Times

All webinar times are listed in ET, Eastern Time Zone (Toronto, Canada). Either in ET Eastern Time, UTC/GMT -5 hours, or EST Eastern Standard Time UTC/GMT -4 hours.

To find the time in your own location, click the webinar registration link – there is an Icon under the Webinar Title that says "Show in My Time Zone", follow the prompts to find your time.
Once you register for the webinar there is an Icon that will add to your Outlook calendar (in your time zone).
You can also visit http://www.thetimenow.com/meeting-planner.php to find the time in your time zone, and Toronto Canada.


How to Watch Archived Webinars
All webinars will be archived to our website within five business days after the webinar.

Please note that all webinars that are posted on our site have been tested.

If the presentation does not load, you may not be able to watch videos using your work internet or computer. You can also check with your IT department to see if they have blocked the IIBA media server. The iP address of the Media server is 67.227.132.216

Or, alternatively, view it from another computer.

CDU Information for IIBA Webinars

If you have any questions about the webinars please contact webinar@iiba.org.