Finance, Economics & Markets

IPSAS Training: Master International Public Sector Accounting

Comprehensive 5-day course on International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) for finance professionals in government and public sector organizations

Duration

5 Days

Credits

5 per day

Mode

Full-time

Provider

Blackbird Training Centre

Course Overview

Course Description

This intensive 5-day course provides a comprehensive overview of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS). Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of IPSAS principles, financial reporting requirements, and practical implementation strategies. The course covers key standards, asset management, revenue recognition, and financial statement preparation for public sector entities.

Learning Objectives

Understand the framework and principles of IPSAS
Apply IPSAS requirements to public sector financial reporting
Develop skills in preparing IPSAS-compliant financial statements
Gain practical knowledge of asset and liability accounting under IPSAS
Learn strategies for successful IPSAS implementation in public sector organizations

Course Modules

Day 1: Introduction to IPSAS

Overview of IPSAS and the IPSASB
IPSAS conceptual framework
Accrual vs. cash basis accounting
First-time adoption considerations

Day 2: Financial Statement Presentation

IPSAS 1: Presentation of Financial Statements
IPSAS 2: Cash Flow Statements
IPSAS 24: Budget Information Presentation
Consolidated financial statements (IPSAS 35)

Day 3: Asset Accounting

Property, Plant and Equipment (IPSAS 17)
Intangible Assets (IPSAS 31)
Impairment of Assets (IPSAS 21 & 26)
Investment Property (IPSAS 16)

Day 4: Liabilities and Revenue

Employee Benefits (IPSAS 39)
Provisions and Contingencies (IPSAS 19)
Revenue from Exchange Transactions (IPSAS 9)
Revenue from Non-Exchange Transactions (IPSAS 23)

Day 5: Advanced Topics and Implementation

Financial Instruments (IPSAS 28, 29, 30)
Leases (IPSAS 13)
Disclosure requirements and transparency
Practical implementation strategies and challenges

Practical Wins for Participants

Ability to prepare IPSAS-compliant financial statements
Enhanced skills in public sector asset and liability management
Improved capacity to implement IPSAS in their organizations
Better understanding of international best practices in public sector accounting

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