In addition to our other events around the world, IASeminars now offers an extensive range of technical IFRS & US GAAP training courses to clients in the Middle East.
We have scheduled a number of public courses - ranging from the introductory to the advanced, and from the general to the specific - in cities such as
Abu Dhabi and
Dubai. See below for the complete list of our courses in the Middle East, and click on the links for more information or to register.
Please note that all of our course topics can also be delivered on an in-house basis - please contact us for more information and to discuss your exact training requirements.
All Public Courses in the Middle East
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0050: Finance for Non-Financial Managers (3 days)
This practical and interactive three-day course will help managers to develop their financial awareness, to understand the financial implications of business decisions and to communicate effectively and confidently on financial matters. ...
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0050: Finance for Non-Financial Managers (3 days)
This practical and interactive three-day course will help managers to develop their financial awareness, to understand the financial implications of business decisions and to communicate effectively and confidently on financial matters.
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1000: IFRS Immersion Workshop (8 days)
This eight-day IFRS immersion workshop provides a detailed review of all significant IFRS requirements, with detailed explanations and examples presented by two instructors. It covers the recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure requirem...
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1000: IFRS Immersion Workshop (8 days)
This eight-day IFRS immersion workshop provides a detailed review of all significant IFRS requirements, with detailed explanations and examples presented by two instructors. It covers the recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure requirements of the different IFRSs as well as an update on IFRS topics.
As a participant in the CFA Institute Approved-Provider Program, IASeminars has determined that this program qualifies for 40 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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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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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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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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1660: IFRS for the Telecommunications Sector (2 days)
This two-day course examines international financial reporting issues in detail and their effect on telecommunication entities (telecoms). The program includes case studies and financial statements that illustrate the real-world application of financial reporting requirements.
Topics include:
- Internally generated software for internal use and external sale
- Telecommunication licenses, support payments and consulting services
- Bundle sales and VSOE requirements
- Construction cost of network (financing cost, site selection costs, network planning, dismantling and restoration costs)
- Non-current assets (component approach, start of depreciation, depreciation method and period)
- Assignment of assets to clients.
- Impairment indicators and testing in the telecommunication industry
- Defining cash generating units
- Calculating recoverable amounts
- Valuation of handsets and services, in bundled arrangements
- Inventory versus marketing costs
- Bundled (or multi-element) arrangements and VSOE
- Handset sales/Sales of modems and other components
- Prepaid revenue
- Loyalty programs - schemes/Free minutes/ and other free services
- Principal-agent arrangements (agreements with content providers and other third parties)
- Interconnect arrangements
- Activation costs/Customer acquisition costs/Subscription fees
- Recently issued standards, interpretations and their impact on telecommunication firms
- Proposed IFRS changes that will affect the sector
- IFRS-US GAAP convergence update
- IASB projects and plans of interest to telecommunication entities.
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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1670: IFRS for the Pharmaceutical Industry (2-day course)
This two-day course examines international financial reporting issues in detail and their effect on pharmaceutical entities. The programme includes case studies and financial statements that illustrate the real-world application of financial reporting requirements. Topics include: Review of IAS 38 Intangible assets | When to start capitalising internal development costs | How to treat development costs for generics | Expenditures to consider for capitalisation | Treatment of borrowing costs, patent protection costs, etc. | Development of own intellectual property | Treatment of advertising and promotional expenditures | Determining useful economic lives, start of amortisation, methodology | Examples of indefinite-life intangible assets | Impairment indicators | Revenue recognition | Review of IAS 18 and IAS 11 | Upfront payments, royalties, milestones, non-refundable fees, etc. | Gifts | Treatment of long-term research arrangements | Provisions and liabilities |Treatment of multi-element collaboration agreements | Co-marketing expenses and income | Inventories | Indicators of impairment | Measuring and recognising impairment losses | Treatment of trial and validation batches | Review of IFRS 2 Share-based Payment (including equity and cash-settled transactions) | Receipt of listed and unlisted shares in exchange for a product, a patent, other goods or services | Presentation issues | Segment reporting | Recently issued standards, interpretations and their impact on pharmaceutical firms | Proposed IFRS changes that will affect the sector | IFRS-US GAAP convergence update | IASB projects and plans of interest to pharmaceutical entities.
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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1710: IFRS for the Real Estate Sector (2 days)
This two-day course examines international financial reporting issues with a more in-depth review of those that are specific to the real estate industry. Extensive use of case studies is made to explain learning material and to reinforce knowledge. ...
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1710: IFRS for the Real Estate Sector (2 days)
This two-day course examines international financial reporting issues with a more in-depth review of those that are specific to the real estate industry. Extensive use of case studies is made to explain learning material and to reinforce knowledge.
In addition to covering all significant IFRS, the course includes a more detailed review of the following topics most pertinent to real estate entities:
- IAS 11 =i:[Construction Contracts]
- IAS 12 =i:[Income Taxes]
- IAS 14 =i:[Segment Reporting], IFRS 8 =i:[Operating Segments]
- IAS 16 =i:[Property, Plant and Equipment] (including cost, component approach, initiating depreciation, depreciation method and period, assets under development, cost model vs. revaluation model)
- IAS 17 =i:[Leases] (including classification of leases, treatment by the lessor, lease incentives, service costs, contingent rents, sale and lease-back arrangements, derivatives embedded in lease agreements)
- IAS 18 =i:[Revenue]
- IAS 23 =i:[Borrowing Costs]
- IAS 36 =i:[Impairment of Assets]
- IAS 40 =i:[Investment Property] (including definition of investment property, initial measurement, directly attributable expenditures, cost model vs. revaluation model, determination of fair value, presentation of changes in fair value)
- Overview of IFRS 1 =i:[First-time Adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards]
- Consolidation, investments in associates and joint ventures (IAS 27, IAS 28 and IAS 31)
- IFRIC Interpretation 15 =i:[Agreements for the Construction of Real Estate]
- Review of model financial statements under IFRS
- Review of IFRS financial statements of real estate entities.
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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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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1801: IFRS for the Insurance Sector (2 days)
This two-day course provides a comprehensive view of the most important IFRS accounting and reporting requirements for the insurance industry including IFRS 4 (Phase II) project update.
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1801: IFRS for the Insurance Sector (2 days)
This two-day course provides a comprehensive view of the most important IFRS accounting and reporting requirements for the insurance industry including IFRS 4 (Phase II) project update.
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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1802: IFRS for the Life Insurance Sector (1 day)
This one-day course builds on IASeminars "Course 1801: IFRS for the Insurance Sector (2 days)" and provides a comprehensive view of the most important IFRS accounting and reporting requirements for the life insurance industry with a detailed analysis...
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1802: IFRS for the Life Insurance Sector (1 day)
This one-day course builds on IASeminars "Course 1801: IFRS for the Insurance Sector (2 days)" and provides a comprehensive view of the most important IFRS accounting and reporting requirements for the life insurance industry with a detailed analysis of the IFRS 4 (Phase II) project and an update on the latest developments.
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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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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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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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7860: IFRS Financial Statement Analysis (2 days)
This two-day course provides a detailed, practical guide on how to analyse a company’s financial performance and condition through the reading and interpretation of its financial statements. Using actual financial statements, case studies and example...
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7860: IFRS Financial Statement Analysis (2 days)
This two-day course provides a detailed, practical guide on how to analyse a company’s financial performance and condition through the reading and interpretation of its financial statements. Using actual financial statements, case studies and examples, the course will cover: Narrative Reporting | Income statement analysis | Balance sheet analysis | Interpretation of the statement of cash flows | Ratio analysis | Creative/inappropriate accounting practices.
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7865: Advanced Topics in Financial Statement Analysis
This one-day course provides a detailed look into more advanced topics in financial statement analysis. Through the use of lecture and actual financial statements, the course will cover: Pension accounting | Employee stock options | Merger accounting | Intangibles and amortisation | Fair value implementation | Off-balance financing | Related-party transactions.
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