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CPE Self-Study

IFRS Certificate Program
NASBA Field of Study: Accounting
Level: Basic
Recommended CPE Credit: 41.5

The IFRS Certificate Program includes a comprehensive, integrated curriculum of 25 online self-study courses. Developed by subject matter experts from around the world, this scenario-based series of courses use multimedia elements such as audio, video and interactive exercises and case studies to guide you through the concepts under each area of IFRS.

OBJECTIVES
Clearly understand IFRS accounting for the following:

  • Obtain a basic proficiency in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) necessary in a global environment
  • Acquire a broad overview of key IFRS definitions and concepts
  • Be introduced to the fundamental application of IFRS across a range of accounting topics

IFRS Essentials with GAAP Comparison: Building a Solid Foundation
Author/Moderator: J. Russell Madray, CPA, CIA, CMA, CFM
Video Moderator: Rama Ramamurthy, CPA
NASBA Field of Study: Accounting
Level: Intermediate
Recommended CPE Credit: On-Demand Series – 23; DVD/Manual-24.5; Text-20.5

This course prepares accountants for these upcoming changes and will help solidify your knowledge of the similarities and differences between IFRS and U.S. GAAP. You will also learn to apply specific IFRS standards to the impacted financial statement elements. Walk away with a greater understanding of what you need to know as the acceptance of International standards continues to grow.

 

Objectives: 

  • Readily focus on the differences between IFRS and U.S. GAAP
  • Recognize and review the similarities between IFRS and U.S. GAAP
  • Apply the specific IFRS standards to impacted financial statement elements

International Versus U.S. Accounting: What in the World is the Difference?
Author: Frederick Niswander, CPA, Ph.D. and Teresa L. Conover, CPA, Ph.D
Video Moderator: Rama Ramamurthy, CPA
NASBA Field of Study: Accounting
Level: Basic

Recommended CPE Credit: On-Demand Series – 10; DVD/Manual-10; Text-8
With the fast pace of the convergence project, understanding the differences between IFRS and U.S. GAAP is becoming more important for businesses of all sizes. This course outlines the major differences between IFRS and U.S. GAAP.  

 

Objectives: 

  • Recognize the significant differences and similarities between U.S. GAAP and IFRS
  • Analyze financial statements prepared in accordance with IFRS
  • Standardize reporting in an international environment

Introduction to IFRS: Grasping the Big Picture
Author: Frederick Niswander, CPA, Ph.D. and Teresa L. Conover, CPA, Ph.D
Video Moderator: Rama Ramamurthy, CPA
NASBA Field of Study: Accounting
Level: Basic

This course is a condensed version of International Versus U.S. Accounting: What in the World is the Difference? The primary difference between the courses is that this version contains more examples of the differences between IFRS and U.S. GAAP as well as hands-on examination of four sets of financial statements and footnotes prepared under IFRS.

Objectives: 

  • Recognize the significant differences and similarities between U.S. GAAP and IFRS
  • Standardize reporting in an international environment


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