Applying IFRS (3-days)

This course provides an overview of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) essential for businesses. Participants will learn the significance of IFRS for transparency and comparability, the role of the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB), and the value of a Conceptual Framework. The curriculum covers financial reporting objectives, best practices for treating income, expenses, assets, and liabilities, as well as transitioning to IFRS. Additionally, attendees will explore the incorporation of financial analysis tools and the importance of corporate governance and other IFRS considerations.

Day 1 – Overview of IFRS

• Why businesses need to use IFRS
• The role of the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB)
• The value of a Conceptual Framework

Day 2 – Financial Reporting

• Understanding the main objectives of Financial Reporting
• Deciding how to treat Income and Expenses in financial statements
• Deciding how to treat assets and liabilities in financial statements

Day 3 – IFRS Implementation

• How an organization can transition to IFRS
• How to incorporate Financial analysis tools and techniques in accounting
• The relevance of Corporate Governance and other IFRS considerations

Course Review

• Summary and recap of key learning objectives
• Action Planning

This course is suitable for a wide range of professionals but will be of real value to experienced or new or aspiring:

• Finance Managers and Financial Controllers
• Accountants and Auditors responsible for preparing or reviewing financial statements
• Corporate Finance Teams transitioning to or already reporting under IFRS
• Regulatory and Compliance Officers
• Internal Audit Professionals
• Consultants and Advisors working in financial reporting or corporate governance
• Senior Managers and Executives involved in strategic financial decision-making
• Professionals working in multinational organizations that require understanding of global financial reporting standards

By the end of this course, you will be able to implement a successful strategy that enables you to:

• Understand the importance of IFRS and why businesses across the world are adopting it.
• Explain the role of the IASB in setting international accounting standards and maintaining global consistency.
• Recognise the value of a Conceptual Framework and how it supports coherent financial reporting.
• Identify the main objectives of financial reporting and how they guide the preparation of financial statements.
• Determine appropriate treatments for income and expenses in accordance with IFRS.
• Apply IFRS principles to assets and liabilities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Develop a structured approach to transition to IFRS, including key milestones and readiness assessment.
• Incorporate financial analysis tools such as ratio analysis, trend analysis, and benchmarking to enhance interpretation of IFRS-compliant reports.
• Evaluate the relationship between IFRS and Corporate Governance, and understand additional considerations in IFRS reporting.