In addition to our events around the world, IASeminars offers an extensive range of technical IFRS training courses to clients in Asia Pacific.
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1010: IFRS Fundamentals (4 days)
This four-day course provides a detailed overview of the major technical issues encountered when producing IFRS-compliant financial statements. The program is presented using financial statements, case studies, and extensive examples. It also include...
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1010: IFRS Fundamentals (4 days)
This four-day course provides a detailed overview of the major technical issues encountered when producing IFRS-compliant financial statements. The program is presented using financial statements, case studies, and extensive examples. It also includes an update on progress on proposed new standards.
As a participant in the CFA Institute Approved-Provider Program, IASeminars has determined that this program qualifies for 28 credit hours. Please use promotion code "CFACPE" when booking, to ensure that CE credit for your participation will be automatically recorded in your CE Diary.
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1025: Major IFRS and US GAAP Differences (2 days)
This two-day workshop provides an in-depth review and illustration of the critical differences between US GAAP and IFRS. The course topics are presented using real-world financial statements and extensive examples. Specific convergence issues are als...
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1025: Major IFRS and US GAAP Differences (2 days)
This two-day workshop provides an in-depth review and illustration of the critical differences between US GAAP and IFRS. The course topics are presented using real-world financial statements and extensive examples. Specific convergence issues are also covered in the program.
As a participant in the CFA Institute Approved-Provider Program, IASeminars has determined that this program qualifies for 14 credit hours. Please use promotion code "CFACPE" when booking, to ensure that CE credit for your participation will be automatically recorded in your CE Diary.
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1082: IFRS Technical Update (2 days)
This two-day course brings delegates up-to-date with newly effective and newly issued IFRSs including Interpretations, recent amendments to existing Standards and Interpretations, Exposure Drafts and other recent developments. The program is finalize...
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1082: IFRS Technical Update (2 days)
This two-day course brings delegates up-to-date with newly effective and newly issued IFRSs including Interpretations, recent amendments to existing Standards and Interpretations, Exposure Drafts and other recent developments. The program is finalized in the run-up to the course in order to be as current as possible.
As a participant in the CFA Institute Approved-Provider Program, IASeminars has determined that this program qualifies for 14 credit hours. Please use promotion code "CFACPE" when booking, to ensure that CE credit for your participation will be automatically recorded in your CE Diary.
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1209: IFRS for Derivatives and Hedging (3 days)
This three-day course provides a comprehensive overview of the accounting and reporting requirements for derivatives and hedging activities under IFRS including the new rules of IFRS 9. The course topics are presented through model journal entries, f...
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1209: IFRS for Derivatives and Hedging (3 days)
This three-day course provides a comprehensive overview of the accounting and reporting requirements for derivatives and hedging activities under IFRS including the new rules of IFRS 9. The course topics are presented through model journal entries, financial statement disclosures, case studies, and real-world examples.
As a participant in the CFA Institute Approved-Provider Program, IASeminars has determined that this program qualifies for 21 credit hours. Please use promotion code "CFACPE" when booking, to ensure that CE credit for your participation will be automatically recorded in your CE Diary.
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1248: IFRS Business Combinations (M&A) and Consolidations (3 days)
This three-day interactive course provides delegates with a comprehensive understanding of business combinations and consolidations under IFRS. The program also addresses the accounting treatment of associates and joint ventures in consolidated financial statements, as well as foreign currency translations. In addition, the course examines the impact of the new consolidation standards.
As a participant in the CFA Institute Approved-Provider Program, IASeminars has determined that this program qualifies for 21 credit hours. Please use promotion code "CFACPE" when booking, to ensure that CE credit for your participation will be automatically recorded in your CE Diary.
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1400: IFRS Presentation and Disclosure Requirements (2 days)
This two-day course focuses on developing the skills to effectively comply with both current and upcoming IFRS presentation and disclosure requirements (e.g. relating to financial risk and policies of risk management). Illustrations and exercises are used throughout the program to enhance and reinforce learning.
As a participant in the CFA Institute Approved-Provider Program, IASeminars has determined that this program qualifies for 14 credit hours. Please use promotion code "CFACPE" when booking, to ensure that CE credit for your participation will be automatically recorded in your CE Diary.
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1500: IFRS Adoption and Implementation Workshop for Preparers and Users of Financial Statements (2 days)
This two-day workshop provides a comprehensive guide to IFRS 1 (First-time Adoption of IFRSs), and the conversion issues arising when moving from another GAAP to IFRS. Using real-world examples, case studies, model financial statements and checklists, this workshop assists preparers of financial statements to understand the more complex issues facing first-time IFRS adopters. It will also assist analysts to understand the impact on enterprise value.
As a participant in the CFA Institute Approved-Provider Program, IASeminars has determined that this program qualifies for 14 credit hours. Please use promotion code "CFACPE" when booking, to ensure that CE credit for your participation will be automatically recorded in your CE Diary.
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1601: Oil & Gas Accounting Fundamentals (2 days)
This two-day course focuses on the accounting standards, corporate reporting and financial analysis that relate specifically to the upstream oil and gas industry. Both IFRS and US GAAP requirements will be considered. Case studies, financial reports,...
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1601: Oil & Gas Accounting Fundamentals (2 days)
This two-day course focuses on the accounting standards, corporate reporting and financial analysis that relate specifically to the upstream oil and gas industry. Both IFRS and US GAAP requirements will be considered. Case studies, financial reports, and financial disclosures from real-world oil and gas companies will be used throughout the program to enhance and reinforce learning.
Course topics include:
Fundamental concepts underlying the two basic sets of oil and gas accounting methods - Successful Efforts and Full Cost IFRS 6: Exploration for and Evaluation of Mineral Resources Oil and gas accounting cases including: non-drilling exploration costs, drilling exploration costs, development costs, production, depreciation, depletion and amortization Dismantlement, restoration and abandonment ('asset retirement obligations') Capitalization of interest costs Asset impairment Environmental accounting and disclosures Update on the IASB's project for extractive industries. Analysis of Exploration and Production Activities Disclosure requirements relating to oil and gas producing activities such as proved oil and gas reserve quantities, and costs incurred for property acquisition, exploration & development activities The standardized measure of discounted future net cash flows ('PV10') Where to find key data relating to firms' exploration and production activities Financial and operational metrics used to specifically assess an oil and gas company's exploration and production business Calculation and interpretation of various industry metrics used to assess an oil and gas company's exploration and production business performance such as finding costs and reserve value-added-to-spending ratios. Practical examples and illustrative financial statements are used throughout the course.
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1606: IFRS Issues for the Oil & Gas Sector (3 days)
This three-day course focuses on the application of IFRS accounting and reporting requirements for upstream extractive industries (Oil & Gas).
Topics, presented through the use of practical examples and illustrative financial statements, include: ...
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1606: IFRS Issues for the Oil & Gas Sector (3 days)
This three-day course focuses on the application of IFRS accounting and reporting requirements for upstream extractive industries (Oil & Gas).
Topics, presented through the use of practical examples and illustrative financial statements, include: Overview of Exploration, Development and Production IFRS 6, IAS 16, IAS 36 and IAS 38 Application of IAS 1 presentation, Accounting issues arising from Production Sharing Agreements Application of IAS 18 revenue recognition, Application of IAS 12 taxation, Application of IAS 37 and IFRIC 5 to rehabilitation funds, Application of IAS 17 and IFRIC 4 leasing arrangements, Application of IAS 21 foreign currency Application of IAS 39 / IFRS 9 financial instruments, Application of IFRS 11 and IAS 28 joint ventures and joint arrangements Accounting for conveyances. Update on the IASB’s project on extractive activities Overview of US GAAP guidance for extractive industries Practical examples and illustrative financial statements.
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1740: IFRS Overview for Banks and Other Financial Institutions (2 days)
This highly interactive two-day course explores financial reporting practices under IFRS for financial institutions through the use of case studies, exercises, model financial statements and break-out sessions. Among others, financial instruments accounting, the IASB’s project to replace IAS 39 as well as investment properties are discussed.
As a participant in the CFA Institute Approved-Provider Program, IASeminars has determined that this program qualifies for 14 credit hours. Please use promotion code "CFACPE" when booking, to ensure that CE credit for your participation will be automatically recorded in your CE Diary.
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3010: International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) - Accrual Basis (3 days)
This three-day course provides a comprehensive overview of the most important requirements for understanding and applying International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) under the accruals basis. These three days will provide you with sound knowledge in the IPSAS and the application of IPSAS through illustrative examples from international organisations and national governments.
As a participant in the CFA Institute Approved-Provider Program, IASeminars has determined that this program qualifies for 21 credit hours. Please use promotion code "CFACPE" when booking, to ensure that CE credit for your participation will be automatically recorded in your CE Diary.
IASeminars is an official Partner in Learning of The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) - a professional membership organisation supporting over 136,000 chartered accountants around the world - and offers tuition and enrolment for the ICAEW’s range of IFRS credentials.
IASeminars 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.learningmarket.org.
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3082: International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) - Hot Topics and Technical Update (2 days)
This two-day course brings participants up-to-date with recent and future developments of the International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS). This program concisely covers the latest and pending changes to the IPSAS (improvements /amendments to IPSAS; Exposure Drafts, Current Discussion Papers etc.). Case studies are used for illustration.
As a participant in the CFA Institute Approved-Provider Program, IASeminars has determined that this program qualifies for 14 credit hours. Please use promotion code "CFACPE" when booking, to ensure that CE credit for your participation will be automatically recorded in your CE Diary.
IASeminars is an official Partner in Learning of The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) - a professional membership organisation supporting over 136,000 chartered accountants around the world - and offers tuition and enrolment for the ICAEW’s range of IFRS credentials.
IASeminars 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.learningmarket.org.
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3201: IPSAS Financial Instruments (2 days)
This two-day course provides a comprehensive view of the most important accounting, reporting and disclosure requirements for financial instruments under IPSAS 28-30 and making linkages between the IPSAS and the corresponding IAS/IFRS. The course wil...
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3201: IPSAS Financial Instruments (2 days)
This two-day course provides a comprehensive view of the most important accounting, reporting and disclosure requirements for financial instruments under IPSAS 28-30 and making linkages between the IPSAS and the corresponding IAS/IFRS. The course will also give you an overview of the impact from moving from IPSAS 15 to IPSAS 28-30.
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3290: International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) – For Non-Financial Assets (2 days)
International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) are accounting standards for use by public sector entities around the world in the preparation of financial statements. Published by the International Public Sector Accounting Standards Board (IPSASB), an independent organ of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC), these standards focus on the accounting and financial reporting needs of national, regional and local governments, related governmental agencies, and the constituencies that they serve. Examples of IPSAS users include the European Union, the Organization of Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), many national governments and the United Nations.
This two-day course provides a comprehensive overview of the most important requirements for understanding and applying International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) for non-financial assets.
The program includes:
- High level introduction to IPSAS
- Non-current Assets (IPSAS 17 Property, Plant and Equipment, IPSAS 31 Intangible Assets, IPSAS 21 & 26 Impairment of Non-Cash-Generating & Cash-Generating Assets)
- Current assets (IPSAS 12 inventory)
- Contingent Liabilities, Contingent Assets, IPSAS 25 Employee Benefits)
- Transitioning
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3500: International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) - Transition and Implementation (2 days)
This two-day course provides a comprehensive guide to the transitional provisions and implementation guidance in International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS). This valuable program includes discussion of real-world experiences in transitioning to IPSAS and answers to implementation questions.
As a participant in the CFA Institute Approved-Provider Program, IASeminars has determined that this program qualifies for 14 credit hours. Please use promotion code "CFACPE" when booking, to ensure that CE credit for your participation will be automatically recorded in your CE Diary.
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4200: Detecting and Investigating Financial Statement Fraud (2 days)
This two-day course provides an in-depth review of financial statement fraud – what it is, who commits it, assessing fraud risks, developing responses, common fraud schemes, and detection and investigation methods. The program uses real-world frauds and studies to examine how frauds start, continue, and are discovered.
As a participant in the CFA Institute Approved-Provider Program, IASeminars has determined that this program qualifies for 14 credit hours. Please use promotion code "CFACPE" when booking, to ensure that CE credit for your participation will be automatically recorded in your CE Diary.
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4222: The Effective Audit Committee
This one-day course focuses on the role of an effective audit committee in governance of private and public companies and non-profits. It thoroughly analyses the committee’s composition, duties, compensation, role in major events, risk management, be...
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4222: The Effective Audit Committee
This one-day course focuses on the role of an effective audit committee in governance of private and public companies and non-profits. It thoroughly analyses the committee’s composition, duties, compensation, role in major events, risk management, best practices, and enforcement cases covering audit committee failures.
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4230: Advanced Corporate Governance Issues (Public Companies) (2 days)
This two-day course offers an intensive review of all aspects of corporate governance, including governance codes/charters, stockholder rights, board composition and responsibilities, board performance assessments, risk management, recommended best practices, and governance failures profiled in enforcement cases.
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4300: IASB Management Commentary (MD&A Update)
This one-day update focuses on the latest developments in Management Commentary (MD&A or OFRP), especially recent accounting and disclosure issues identified through trends in regulatory comment letters and peer reviews. Updates in interpretive guida...
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4300: IASB Management Commentary (MD&A Update)
This one-day update focuses on the latest developments in Management Commentary (MD&A or OFRP), especially recent accounting and disclosure issues identified through trends in regulatory comment letters and peer reviews. Updates in interpretive guidance, disclosure strategies, and Integrated Reporting are also covered.
As a participant in the CFA Institute Approved-Provider Program, IASeminars has determined that this program qualifies for 7 credit hours. Please use promotion code "CFACPE" when booking, to ensure that CE credit for your participation will be automatically recorded in your CE Diary.
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4350: Management's Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) - A Workshop (2 days)
This two-day workshop provides an in-depth review of MD&A – topics, disclosure rules, interpretive guidance, accounting hot topics, peer company analysis, and “how to” practical tips. The program also features interactive exercises, MD&A-related enforcement cases, SEC comment trends, and Integrated Reporting’s debut.
As a participant in the CFA Institute Approved-Provider Program, IASeminars has determined that this program qualifies for 14 credit hours. Please use promotion code "CFACPE" when booking, to ensure that CE credit for your participation will be automatically recorded in your CE Diary.
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4405: SEC Reporting Update
This one-day update profiles the latest developments in: changes in SEC report forms and disclosures, SEC final and proposed rules, updated interpretations and new guidance, recent securities legislation, changes in exchange listing standards, and ac...
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4405: SEC Reporting Update
This one-day update profiles the latest developments in: changes in SEC report forms and disclosures, SEC final and proposed rules, updated interpretations and new guidance, recent securities legislation, changes in exchange listing standards, and accounting standards updates with SEC financial reporting implications.
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4410: SEC Reporting for International Companies (3 days)
This three-day workshop provides delegates with international companies (foreign private issuers) a comprehensive guide to SEC reporting. The programme uses illustrations and checklists; covers SEC regulations, disclosure and financial statement rules; and trains you in how to write reports and registration statements.
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4412: SEC Reporting for Chinese Companies Listed in the U.S. (3 days)
This three-day workshop provides delegates with Chinese companies listed in the U.S. (Chinese foreign private issuers) a comprehensive guide to SEC reporting, including checklists and illustrations. The programme covers SEC regulations, disclosure, accounting, and financial reporting rules; highlights SEC comments on filings by Chinese issuers; trains you in how to write SEC reports and registration statements; and features key enforcement cases and accounting issues encountered by Chinese companies listed in the U.S.
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4450: SEC Form 20-F Immersion Workshop (2 days)
This two-day intensive program features a methodical, item-by-item approach to preparing or improving an annual report on Form 20-F. Featuring real-life examples and illustrations, delegates will learn 20-F business and financial disclosure requireme...
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4450: SEC Form 20-F Immersion Workshop (2 days)
This two-day intensive program features a methodical, item-by-item approach to preparing or improving an annual report on Form 20-F. Featuring real-life examples and illustrations, delegates will learn 20-F business and financial disclosure requirements, interpretive guidance and resources, and SEC focus points.
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4455: SEC Form 20-F Immersion Workshop for Chinese Companies Listed in the U.S. (2 days)
This two-day intensive program features a methodical, item-by-item approach to preparing or improving a Chinese company’s annual report on Form 20-F. Featuring real-life examples and illustrations, delegates from Chinese companies with U.S. listings will learn 20-F business and financial disclosure requirements, interpretive guidance and resources, and SEC focus points. Real-life examples and exercises will be used to assist participants in understanding and applying SEC reporting requirements.
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4700: Completing a U.S. Initial Public Offering (IPO) (2 days)
This two-day programme provides a comprehensive guide to international companies on how to complete a U.S. IPO. The course focuses on advance preparations, assembling the IPO team, valuation, business and regulatory risks, exchange listings, disclosure/financial requirements, and preparing the registration statement.
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4800: Understanding the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act - FCPA (1 day)
This one-day course highlights the FCPA’s anti-bribery provisions, using recent SEC and DOJ cases against companies and executives to identify business functions with elevated risk. The course covers exemptions and defenses, key components of anti-corruption compliance programs, and examples of FCPA issues in real-world situations.
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