An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Certificate in
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Preparing Accounts in Accordance with IFRS

Course Introduction
The Certificate in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) training course offers finance professionals an in-depth understanding of global accounting standards essential for transparent and consistent financial reporting. This training course equips participants with the expertise to interpret and apply IFRS in real-world scenarios, enhancing the credibility and compliance of financial statements across international operations.
Designed to meet organizational needs, this IFRS training course focuses on core accounting concepts, relevant standards, and reporting frameworks that directly impact strategic financial decision-making. Participants will gain hands-on skills for accurate financial reporting, contributing to stronger corporate governance and regulatory compliance. By the end of the course, participants will be confident in preparing IFRS-compliant financial statements and understanding the implications of recent IFRS updates.
This Oxford Management Centre training course will highlight:
- The objectives and scope of International Financial Reporting Standards
- Current trends, updates, and the global case for IFRS adoption
- Foundational accounting principles aligned with IFRS
- Key IFRS relevant to organizational financial operations
- Preparation and analysis of IFRS-based financial statements
Objectives
By completing this Certificate in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) training course, participants will be able to:
- Apply core IFRS principles and accounting policies with precision
- Construct income statements and balance sheets in line with IFRS guidelines
- Interpret and prepare comprehensive cash flow statements
- Account for various asset classes using IFRS-compliant methodologies
- Navigate reporting requirements for business combinations and joint ventures under IFRS
Training Methodology
Participants to this Certificate in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) training course will receive a thorough training on the subjects covered by the training course outline with the Tutor utilising a variety of proven adult learning teaching and facilitation techniques. Training course methodology includes case studies relevant to your organisation, discussion, group work and interactive exercises and videos. These are designed to ensure delegates leave with transferable skills as well as up-to-date knowledge of international policies and procedures.
Organisational Impact
Organisations that invest in this Certificate in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) training course will benefit from:
- Strengthened IFRS implementation and compliance across departments
- Reduced financial reporting risks through improved accuracy and consistency
- Enhanced internal governance frameworks aligned with global accounting norms
- Increased financial transparency supporting sound business decisions
- Improved alignment of financial practices with international best practices
Personal Impact
Participants of the Certificate in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) training course will gain:
- Practical IFRS skills applicable across industries and financial roles
- Advanced tools and frameworks to support their day-to-day responsibilities
- Confidence in preparing and reviewing financial reports aligned with international standards
- Greater insight into mitigating financial risks through accurate reporting
- Improved cross-functional collaboration with finance, audit, and compliance teams
- A clearer understanding of evolving financial regulations and their professional responsibilities
Who Should Attend?
This Oxford Management Centre Certificate in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Corporate Accountants
- Financial Controllers
- Treasury Officers
- Management Accountants
- Finance Staff in General Accounting, Payables, Receivables, Inventory, Fixed Assets, etc.
- External, Financial and Internal Auditors
- Government Regulators
- Financial and Investment Analysts
Course Outline
Day One
The Role & Scope of IFRS
- Establishing the case for IFRS
- International accounting diversity
- IFRS & US GAAP
- The role & scope of IFRS & IAS
- The IASB conceptual framework
- IFRS, accounting concepts & policies
Day Two
The Presentation & Preparation of Financial Statements
- The annual reports & financial statements
- IAS 1 presentation of financial statements
- Preparing the income statement
- Preparing the statement of financial position
- IAS & statement of cashflow
- Notes & disclosures
Day Three
Accounting for Cash Flow & Financial Instruments
- The importance of cash flow
- Preparing a statement of cash flows in accordance with IFRS 7
- Evaluating the cash flow
- What are financial instruments & derivatives?
- IFRS 7 financial instruments: Disclosures
- IFRS 9 financial instruments
Day Four
Accounting for Assets
- Tangible & intangible assets
- IAS 16: Property, plant and equipment and Depletion, Depreciation & Amortisation (DD&A)
- IAS 36: Impairment of assets
- IFRS 13 fair value measurement
- IAS 38: Intangible assets
- IAS 2 inventories
Day Five
Accounting for Strategic Alliances & Business Combinations
- Strategic alliances mergers & acquisitions
- Goodwill
- IFRS 3 business combinations
- IFRS 10: Consolidated financial statements
- IFRS 11: Joint arrangements
- IFRS 12: Disclosure of interests on other entities
Certificate
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