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Accounting and tax updates

Our accounting and tax programmes support all levels of experience, from foundational financial and tax knowledge to qualified professionals seeking updates on standards, legislation, and CPD requirements.

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Available courses

Our comprehensive suite of accountancy and tax courses is designed to support professionals at every stage of their career. From foundational courses on primary financial statements and finance for non-financial managers to specialist updates on the latest reporting standards, legislation (including IFRS, US GAAP, and FRS 102), and technical topics, we offer the precise training your team needs to master compliance and technical expertise.

Introduction to Financial Statements

This course provides a clear, practical introduction to financial statements and the key concepts underpinning them. Participants develop confidence in interpreting financial information, understanding core terminology, and recognising how financial reports support business analysis and decision-making.

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Identify the primary users of financial statements
Interpret the key financial statements and supporting notes
Distinguish between cash flow and profit
Explain and apply the accruals concept
Recognise areas of judgement and subjectivity in accounting
Understand revenue and cost recognition principles
Explain commonly used financial terminology
Calculate and interpret key financial ratios
Assess profitability, performance, and financial position
Recognise the limitations of ratio analysis
Understand approaches to normalising financial information
Identify actions that may improve financial performance

Finance for Non-Financial Managers

This course provides a clear, practical introduction to finance for professionals without a financial background. Participants develop confidence in understanding financial information, interpreting key reports, and engaging more effectively in budgetary and business discussions.

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Identify the key components of financial statements
Interpret commonly used financial reports
Evaluate relevant financial information
Understand the distinction between key financial measures
Explain commonly used financial terminology
Understand core principles of financial reporting
Recognise features of the public sector fiscal framework
Apply budgetary control techniques
Make more informed financial decisions
Communicate more effectively with finance teams

Kaplan Business Challenge Simulation

The Kaplan Business Challenge is an immersive business simulation where participants step into the role of a senior management team. Working in competition, they make strategic and financial decisions to stabilise and grow a struggling business, experiencing first-hand how choices affect performance, cash, and shareholder value.

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Interpret financial statements and key performance indicators
Understand the commercial impact of business decisions
Apply core concepts such as costing, margins, budgeting, and cash management
Think strategically in a competitive, fast-moving environment
Respond effectively to risk, change, and uncertainty
Strengthen teamwork, communication, and decision-making under pressure
Present financial and commercial information with greater clarity and impact

Financial Reporting Update (IFRS, IAS, UK and US GAAP)

This intensive course strengthens technical knowledge and professional impact in financial reporting. Participants review the IFRS reporting framework, explore recent developments and examine the implications for financial statements and disclosures.

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Explain the core principles of the IFRS reporting framework
Distinguish between internal and external reporting requirements
Identify and interpret key recent IFRS updates
Understand the structure and expected impact of IFRS 18
Assess the relevance of accounting changes for their organisation
Explain the purpose and drivers of ESG reporting
Recognise how ESG considerations affect financial reporting
Communicate financial information with greater clarity and influence
Apply technical and behavioural insights in the workplace

FRS 102 Fundamentals

This course provides a practical introduction to financial reporting under FRS 102. Participants explore the structure, recognition, measurement, and disclosure requirements within the UK reporting framework, alongside key similarities and differences compared with IFRS.

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Explain the purpose and structure of FRS 102
Understand the relationship between FRS 102 and IFRS
Identify financial instruments within scope
Explain principles of initial recognition
Understand classification and measurement of financial assets
Distinguish between amortised cost and fair value approaches
Understand impairment and expected credit loss concepts
Explain classification and measurement of financial liabilities
Understand the principles of hedge accounting
Explain derecognition requirements
Recognise key disclosure requirements

IFRS and Financial Instruments

This course provides detailed, practical coverage of the financial reporting requirements for financial instruments under IFRS. Participants explore the principles and application of IFRS 9, alongside the presentation and disclosure requirements of IAS 32 and IFRS 7.

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Explain the scope and purpose of relevant IFRS standards
Identify financial instruments within scope
Understand principles of initial recognition
Apply classification and measurement requirements for financial assets
Distinguish between amortised cost and fair value approaches
Explain impairment under the expected credit loss model
Apply classification and measurement requirements for financial liabilities
Understand the principles of hedge accounting
Explain derecognition requirements
Recognise key IFRS 7 disclosure requirements

IFRS 15 Revenue Recognition

This course provides practical, in-depth coverage of IFRS 15 Revenue from Contracts with Customers. Participants explore the five-step revenue recognition model and examine how the standard applies across different industries and transaction types.

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Explain the principles and scope of IFRS 15
Apply the five-step revenue recognition model
Identify performance obligations within contracts
Understand transaction price allocation
Assess variable consideration and contract modifications
Distinguish between point-in-time and over-time recognition
Recognise key areas of judgement and estimation
Understand disclosure requirements under IFRS 15
Identify common practical application challenges

IFRS 16 Lease Accounting

This course provides practical, in-depth coverage of IFRS 16 Leases. Participants explore the core principles of lease accounting, including recognition, measurement, presentation, and disclosure requirements for both lessees and lessors.

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Explain the background and core principle of IFRS 16
Identify contracts within the scope of the standard
Apply lessee accounting requirements
Understand initial recognition of right-of-use assets and lease liabilities
Apply subsequent measurement principles
Recognise common problem areas and practical challenges
Interpret disclosure requirements
Apply lessor accounting and classification principles
Understand the financial statement impact of first-time application

US GAAP Fundamentals

This course provides a clear, practical introduction to the financial reporting framework under US GAAP. Participants explore the structure, principles, and presentation requirements of US GAAP, alongside the key differences compared with IFRS.

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Explain the background and applicability of US GAAP
Understand the standard-setting framework (ASC and ASUs)
Describe the core principles of US GAAP
Understand US GAAP financial statement presentation
Explain revenue recognition and major expense treatments
Understand accounting for key asset categories
Understand accounting for liabilities
Recognise accounting considerations for major transactions
Identify the principal differences between US GAAP and IFRS

UK Tax Update

This highly practical course provides a focused review of recent UK tax developments. Participants explore key changes arising from the latest Budget, alongside updates to major taxes affecting individuals and businesses.

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Understand recent tax developments and case updates
Recognise changes to income tax and personal taxation
Explain updates to corporation tax
Understand capital allowances developments
Identify key VAT changes
Understand updates to capital gains tax, including relevant reliefs
Recognise inheritance tax adjustments
Understand pension-related tax changes
Recognise updates affecting business taxation
Understand developments in group tax planning
Recognise stamp duty changes
Understand updates to National Insurance contributions

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