Description
Course Overview: ACCA Certificate in International Financial Reporting (CertIFR)
The ACCA CertIFR is a globally recognized short course designed to equip finance professionals with a solid understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). This program offers a practical and comprehensive introduction to IFRS, enabling participants to confidently apply key reporting principles in their roles.
What You’ll Learn:
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Fundamental principles and structure of IFRS
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Key standards such as IFRS 15 (Revenue), IFRS 16 (Leases), IFRS 9 (Financial Instruments), and more
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Preparation and presentation of financial statements under IFRS
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How to transition from local GAAP to IFRS
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Course Curriculum
Module 1: Introduction to IFRS
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History and development of IFRS
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The role of the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB)
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Benefits and challenges of adopting IFRS
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The conceptual framework for financial reporting
Module 2: Presentation of Financial Statements (IAS 1)
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Components of financial statements
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Fair presentation and compliance with IFRS
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Accounting policies, estimates, and errors
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Structure and content of financial statements
Module 3: Revenue Recognition (IFRS 15)
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The five-step revenue recognition model
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Contract identification and performance obligations
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Transaction price determination
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Revenue recognition over time vs at a point in time
Module 4: Financial Instruments (IFRS 9 & IFRS 7)
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Classification and measurement of financial assets and liabilities
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Impairment model and expected credit losses
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Hedge accounting
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Disclosures related to financial instruments
Module 5: Leases (IFRS 16)
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Identifying a lease
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Accounting for leases by lessees and lessors
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Initial and subsequent measurement
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Presentation and disclosure requirements
Module 6: Property, Plant, and Equipment (IAS 16) & Intangible Assets (IAS 38)
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Initial recognition and measurement
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Depreciation and impairment
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Revaluation model and cost model
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Recognition of internally generated intangible assets
Module 7: Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Assets (IAS 37)
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Definition and recognition criteria
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Measurement of provisions
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Contingent liabilities and contingent assets
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Disclosure requirements
Module 8: Income Taxes (IAS 12)
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Current and deferred tax
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Recognition of tax liabilities and assets
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Temporary differences and tax bases
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Tax disclosure requirements
Module 9: Consolidated Financial Statements (IFRS 10, IFRS 3, IAS 28)
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Control and consolidation procedures
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Non-controlling interests
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Business combinations and goodwill
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Equity method of accounting
Module 10: First-Time Adoption of IFRS (IFRS 1)
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Transition to IFRS from local GAAP
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Exemptions and exceptions on first-time adoption
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Reconciliations and disclosures
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