A Highly Interactive Training Course On

International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS)

Enhancing the Quality, Consistency & Transparency
of Public Sector Financial Reporting

09-13 Dec 2024
London
$5,950
28 Apr-02 May 2025
Istanbul
$5,950
22-26 Sep 2025
Dubai
$5,950
08-12 Dec 2025
London
$5,950
24-28 Feb 2025
Online
$3,950
06-10 Oct 2025
Online
$3,950

Course Overview

In today’s economy, traditional public sector accounting no longer meets the demands of modern financial management. There is a growing need for a model that distinguishes itself from private sector accounting practices. The recent adoption of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) has been pivotal in enhancing the quality and credibility of financial reporting, thereby strengthening public confidence.

This International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) training course offers a comprehensive understanding of IPSAS guidelines and the new accounting framework for public sector entities. Through real case studies, delegates will tackle the challenges of financial reporting and disclosure requirements under IPSAS, gaining valuable insights into practical applications and solutions.

This COPEX training course will feature:

  • Understanding International Accounting Standards (IAS)
  • Learning Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • Developing IPSAS Strategies
  • Implementing IPSAS standards
  • Producing financial statements

Training Objectives

By the end of this COPEX training course, participants will be able to: 

  • Understand  the organizational of  implementing  IPSAS
  • Comprehend the core IPSAS values
  • Explain the key differences in the new standards
  • Understand the financial reporting requirements under IPSAS
  • Set clear steps towards IPSAS implementation
  • Adopt the IPSAS disclosure requirements, including accounting policies

Training Methodology

This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes:

  • Interactive Case Studies from the real world/delegates’ company
  • Discussion and Evaluation of the latest international tools & techniques
  • Role play
  • Pre & Post Course Assessments

Participants will also be given a detailed set of handouts and examples in both printed and electronic format

Who should Attend?

This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Board level members who wish to develop their understanding of IPSAS
  • Auditing Professionals  working with public sector organizations
  • Corporate governance directors
  • Internal auditors
  • Corporate compliance officials
  • Professionals seeking to develop their understanding of the public sector accounting methods
  • Public sector finance and accounting personnel

Training Outline

Day One: Introduction to IPSASB and IPSAS
  • The challenges of Accounting in the public sector
  •  The characteristics of public sector entities
  • Presentation of  the Board (IPSASB)
  • IPSASB organization
  • The relationship between IPSASB and  IPSAS
  • The purpose of financial statements and any ongoing projects
Day Two: Financial Statements Presentation and Accounting Policy
  • Key IPSAS requirements within financial statements :IPSAS 1
  • Producing the statement of financial position
  • Producing the cash flow statement :IPSAS 2
  • Accounting policies, changes in accounting estimates, and errors: IPSAS 3
  • Segment reporting: IPSAS 18
  • Disclosure standards and other topics, presentation of budget information :IPSAS 24
  • Reporting changes in net asset position
  • Producing compliant notes to the accounts
Day Three: Financial Information: Revenues, Cash & Budget
  • Non-exchange revenue :IPSAS-23
  • Exchange revenue :IPSAS- 9
  • Construction contracts :IPSAS- 11
  • The statement of cash receipts and payments
  • Presentation of budget information in the financial statements
Day Four: Accounting for Assets and Liabilities
  • Investment property,  Property plant and equipment: IPSAS- 16&17
  • Intangible assets and impairment :IPSAS- 31, 21 & 26
  • Inventories: IPSAS- 12
  • Borrowing costs Leases: IPSAS-5 & 13
  • Financial instruments: IPSAS- 28, 29&30
  • Provisions & Contingent liabilities and contingent assets :IPSAS 19
Day Five: Disclosures and Consolidation
  • Disclosures
  • Related party disclosures: IPSAS 20
  • Disclosure of financial information about the general government sector:IPSAS 22
  • Consolidation under the cash basis
  • The additional (non-mandatory) disclosures
  • Case studies

Certificates

  • COPEX Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

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What is included in the training fee?

Published training course fees are inclusive of the training venue, training manual, writing materials, lunch and coffee breaks with refreshments over the entire duration of the training course.

What are the available payment methods?

The training course fee can be settled by either:

  • Bank transfer
  • Credit Card

How many hours per day, and what are the timings of your training courses?

Our training courses will run for 5 hours per day. The standard daily timing is from 8:30 am – 3:30 pm including the coffee/tea breaks and lunch.

Where do you usually hold your training courses?

Our training courses courses are being held at five-star hotels in prime and iconic destinations across the globe. Cities such as Amsterdam, Barcelona, Dubai, Geneva, Istanbul, Kuala Lumpur, London, Houston, New York, Paris, Vienna, Zurich, etc.

Do you provide hotel booking assistance to your delegates?

Once officially registered, we can assist by providing the corporate rates provided by the hotel where the training course will be conducted. Early confirmation will enable us to secure the room at reduced rates

In case of failure to attend, what is your cancellation policy?

Our cancellation policy varies depending on the circumstances presented. Generally, cancellations must be initiated in formal writing at least 14 days prior to the commencement date of the training course. Further, the option to shift an existing registration to another training course on a later date is possible. Otherwise, a full refund will be initiated.

What will I receive after the training course?

Delegates who will attend and successfully complete the training course will earn a COPEX Certificate of Completion. This certification is designed to validate the successful knowledge transfer, and that the desired learning objectives and outcomes to further advance your professional competency are achieved.