CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, May 21, 2012 8:30:00 AM
Summary:
Finance Act 2012 seminars are being brought to you by the Irish Tax Institute, Chartered Accountants Ireland, the Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, May 22, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course will provide an update on the best practice in accounting for charities in NI and ROI including accounting for various types of fund. It will improve understanding of how to account for charities under the current Statement of Recommended Practice “Accounting and Reporting by Charities” SORP 2005 (2 nd Edition issued in July 2008). It will also provide an update on the current legal and accounting requirements for charities in Northern Ireland and in the Republic of Ireland.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, May 22, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
Course Aim It is important for those involved in charities to keep updated and this course will provide a practical update on the audit and governance of charitable organisations.
CPD Hours: 2
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, May 22, 2012 5:00:00 PM
Summary:
A review of the principal’s taxes in the ROI including Corporation tax, Income Tax and Capital Taxes that may affect individuals or Corporates operating in Northern Ireland.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course gives an overview of recent developments and uses case studies to examine the key elements of successful debt restructuring. Following several years of economic stagnation, there have been sharp reductions in activity levels, profitability levels, valuation levels and – most importantly – in cash flow. This has put many businesses under acute financial pressure, so debt restructuring is key to survival.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
This course will introduce participants to the requirements of the five new IFRSs issued by the IASB on 12 May 2011.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, May 24, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
The aim of the one day seminar is to provide delegates with an overview of the main international financial reporting standards and to identify the changes required from UK Gaap.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, May 24, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Description This course will give essential tips on how to plan for your audit. It will include the provisions which the auditor is required to do in order to comply with regulation. It will present an overall strategy to develop an audit plan and by doing so will reduce risk to an acceptably low level.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, May 28, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim Participants will develop their coaching skills and learn how to use the psychology of recognition and non-financial reward to encourage great performance from their staff.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, May 29, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
How to write in half the time with double the impact. The ability to write clear, concise and professional business letters, e-mails and reports is a critical business skill. However, many people find the prospect of writing a time-consuming and often overwhelming task. Many drafts end up in the bin and managers waste precious time editing and re-writing.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, May 29, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Description This course is aimed at accountants who are returning to dealing with tax and wish to get up to speed with issues that arise for businesses in the current economic climate. It will address the issue of submitting returns, reading accounts and assessing the financial health of your business. The course will also demonstrate the main functions of using the Revenue On-line System (ROS)
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim: The aim of this course is to produce a rolling forecast in MS Excel (18 months is the case study used). This entails heavy automation to facilitate the re-use of the model to create updated forecasts on an ongoing basis i.e. rolling out into the future and recognizing opening historical position and financial years.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, May 31, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course will deal with the pension issues confronting accountants in industry.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, May 31, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
Course Aim This is aimed at accountants in practice who currently offer advice on pensions as part of their business.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, June 05, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course will provide tax practitioners with an understanding of the tax issues and practical considerations which need to be taken into account when considering succession planning.
CPD Hours: 2
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, June 05, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
Course Aim This course will cover practical aspects of the VAT on property rules and common pitfalls which may arise.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, June 06, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim The aim of the one day seminar is to provide delegates with an overview of the main international financial reporting standards and to identify the changes required from UK/Irish Gaap.
CPD Hours: 2
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, June 06, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
Course Aim Chartered Accountants Ireland intend to commence issuing Designated Insolvency Practising Certificates from 1 st July 2012. The course will review the new requirements and set out guidance on how to comply with them.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, June 07, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This full day course aims to provide delegates with a whistle-stop tour of developments in financial reporting over the previous 12 months. It is broken down into two main half day sessions, the first covering local FRS and the second session changes in IFRS.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, June 11, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
CPD and Practice Consulting are running a series of programmes specifically tailored for smaller practices to deal with the current “Big Issues” facing practitioners and their clients. This new initiative provides a vital update on key issues in audit, accounting and tax and will also address many concerns in relation to Anti-Money Laundering, Practice Management and the Future of Irish and UK GAAP. Please see section below the booking form for a list of options available for each of the dates.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, June 11, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This vital update provides partners and staff in practice with an overview of the key topical issues in audit, key financial statement areas and a general update on taxation matters. Examples and practical guidance will be provided throughout. This course has been designed specifically for members in practice and will keep you up to date on key topics in Audit, Accounting and Tax.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, June 11, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim Joint ventures and strategic alliances are increasingly common, as many organisations look towards various partnering arrangements, especially as they try to break into foreign markets. This course provides an overview of the challenges (and potential responses) in managing joint ventures and strategic alliances.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, June 12, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim Effective presentation skills are critical to success in all forms of business. This course will give you the opportunity to enhance your presentation skills so that you present with clarity, competence and confidence.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, June 13, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
In an increasingly competitive market-place, the ability to build strong client relationships is vital. Participants will develop a better knowledge of how to understand and communicate with potential and current clients. They will leave the course with practical tips and ideas to build their confidence and skills when interacting with clients, thereby enhancing the client relationship.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, June 13, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course examines common VAT issues that should be considered when either supplying or receiving goods or services cross-border.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, June 13, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim Creating, editing and formatting basic speadsheets is not enough for accountants. We need to streamline repetitive tasks and enhance our spreadsheets with templates, functions, formulae, tables and by using Excel. This course will help you to use the New and improved features that can help you be more productive, and moves participants towards advanced topics in Excel.
CPD Hours: 2
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, June 13, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
Course Aim The course will give a detailed review of Revenue audits and interventions in the self assessment system. The course will provide a detailed review of Revenue powers, procedures to be adopted during revenue audits and current areas of concentration by Revenue as well as a detailed analysis of the Revenue code of practice for revenue audits.
CPD Hours: 6
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, June 14, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
This course is designed for Accountants who have had limited involvement in business planning on Excel and require more competence in business planning techniques so that they can maximise flexibility and business model dynamics while incorporating future needs. It enables participants to compete for support and resources with the aid of a convincing plan either internally or for their clients.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, June 14, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim T his Revenue Recognition Course will provide an understanding of the current accounting, reporting, and disclosures associated with revenue recognition for the sale of products or rendering of services.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, June 14, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course is intended for experienced Excel users seeking to advance their skills and find short-cuts and tips to get more from Excel. It will introduce participants to Excel’s automated techniques in both forecasting and historical analysis.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, June 18, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course is designed to aid members working across the public sector gain an understanding of current issues and debates in a fast moving area of significant relevance to today’s finance professional. It will concentrate on: the key aspects of best practice guidance in a public sector context; how recent changes in their environment have impacted on the corporate governance of public sector organisations in practice; and how to best achieve the highest standards of good corporate governance in a public sector setting.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, June 18, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
The aim of this course is to update and inform on the latest HMRC compliance activities and procedures.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, June 19, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Effective presentation skills are critical to success in all forms of business. This course will give you the opportunity to enhance your presentation skills so that you present with clarity, competence and confidence.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, June 19, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course will enable participants develop their skills in how to manage staff performance and encourage employee “buy-in”, and will receive useful tips on maximising the potential of their team, particularly in the current economic climate.
CPD Hours: 12
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, June 19, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
This two day course is suitable for those who have a high proficiency of Excel and knowledge of Advanced Functions.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, June 20, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
This course is designed to aid members working across all sectors of the economy to gain an understanding of current issues and debates in corporate governance, a fast moving area of significant relevance to today’s business professional. It will concentrate on: the key aspects of best practice guidance; how recent changes in the regulatory environment have impacted on the corporate governance of organisations in practice; and how to best achieve the highest standards of good corporate governance.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, June 20, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim The course will highlight the key recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure considerations involved in accounting for the employer’s pension promise to employees in financial statements prepared under the Companies Acts framework - UK/Irish Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (Irish/UK GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, June 20, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
Course Aim/Outline The course aims is to give an update on the latest legislative and practice changes affecting Employment Taxes – mainly PAYE, USC and PRSI. It will cover recent Finance Acts, Revenue practice and guidance, Social Welfare legislation and guidance and relevant Case Law and other developments.
CPD Hours: 6
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, June 21, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
The key benefit will be the ability to use some or all of the techniques and concepts presented for forecast generation within the participant’s own organisation. The second part of the day regarding cash flow forecasting will provide a similar tool for short- term tactical cash flow forecasting purposes.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, June 21, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Overview NAMA is now playing a central role in our economy. But the role of NAMA is evolving all the time, under the influence of difficult markets and a changing political background. Understanding what it is doing and why it is doing it is of critical importance to those dealing with NAMA.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, June 25, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
This course provides busy practitioners with a concise tax update of all the major tax changes affecting their clients and the impact of these changes on tax planning.
CPD Hours: 7:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, June 25, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course is aimed at Chartered Accountants who are actually going into practice and is also for those who simply want to know more about the topic, before deciding what to do. The course covers a wide range of knowledge from practice management, audit and investment business regulations, rules of professional conduct, audit and practice certificate requirements to clients’ money and anti-money laundering.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, June 25, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
This very practical course will cover all the key areas of Benefits, P11D completion, PAYE and considerable related tax and NIC planning. It will also cover PAYE and NIC compliance procedures, together with practical case study solutions.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, June 26, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim The course is primarily aimed at small and medium sized enterprises seeking to enhance or even considering setting up a Risk Management Process for the first time. It will also help those not directly involved in the process to understand the benefits and issues of an Enterprise Risk Management function.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, June 27, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course gives a detailed review of capital taxes in Ireland surrounding estate planning and the efficient movement of assets to the next generation. The course will focus on Capital Acquisitions Tax and Capital Gains Tax. A review of legal issues surrounding the drafting of wills and the succession act will also be included.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, June 27, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
Course Aim The course will cover how to prepare for an annual audit, what’s required when your auditor comes and also aims to provide some practical tips that will help the audit process run more smoothly. It will also give an overview of current best audit practice applying to small and medium enterprises.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, June 28, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This comprehensive update provides partners and staff in practice with an overview of the key issues on audit Completion, key financial statement areas and an update on Capital Gains Tax and Capital Acquisition Tax issues. Examples and practical guidance will be provided throughout.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Friday, June 29, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course is aimed at providing an update on recent tax and VAT developments and other tax hot topics.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, July 11, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course will extend your knowledge into some of the more specialized and advanced capabilities of Excel by automating some common tasks, applying advanced analysis techniques to more complex data sets, collaborating on worksheets with others. You will learn how to use the advanced features in PivotTable and PivotChart report to Filter, sort, group, and conditionally format the relevant subset of data to enable you to focus on the information that you want.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, August 22, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim Excel is an ideal tool for creating high-impact dashboards in businesses of all sizes. In this course, learn how to build Excel-based dashboards that extract information from your accounting application along with other databases and to present this data as actionable information in a dashboard setting.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, September 03, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
The aim of this course is to provide a one day resume of the core issues of this very important development for non listed companies in Ireland and to ensure that financial accountants are aware of the major changes required to adequately prepare the switch from national standards. It is designed for both users and preparers who want to find out about the main differences between national standards and the new FRS.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, September 04, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course aim To provide delegates with a full update on changes which have occurred in both local and international financial reporting over the past two years. This will involve a review of both the output of the Accounting Standards Board (ASB), the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) and the International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee (IFRIC) as well a review of the decisions taken by the Financial Reporting Review Panel More emphasis will be placed on local changes but a brief review of international developments will also be included in the course.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, September 05, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
This course gives detailed guidance on cutting costs while still maintaining customer services in all key respects, which is crucial following several years of poor economic performance in Ireland as there have been sharp reductions in activity and profitability levels. This has made cost reduction and control absolutely central to effective management strategy.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, September 06, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This vital update provides partners and staff in practice with an overview of the key issues in audit planning, key financial statement areas and an update on dealing with Revenue Audits. Examples and practical guidance will be provided throughout. This course has been designed specifically for members in practice and will keep you up to date on key topics in Audit, Accounting and Tax.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, September 06, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
This course is designed to give a comprehensive overview of the work of audit committees in light of guidance from the legal and regulatory environment in which they operate.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, September 10, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course aims to provide an overview of the Financial Services Regulation in Ireland and Europe. It will introduce participants to the main rule-making processes and initiatives at both European and Irish levels. The course provides an overview of the principal rule books affecting firms doing business in the Republic of Ireland.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, September 10, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
This course will enable participants develop their skills in how to manage staff performance and encourage employee “buy-in”, and will receive useful tips on maximising the potential of their team, particularly in the current economic climate.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, September 10, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
Course Aim This course aims to provide an introduction on the impace of Financial Regulation for investment firms and will include the main rule-making processes and initiatives at both Irish and European levels. The course provides and overview of the principal rule books affecting investment firms doing business in the Republic of Ireland.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, September 11, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course will introduce participants to the requirements of the five new IFRSs issued by the IASB in 12 May 2011: 1. IFRS 10 Consolidated Financial Statements 2. IFRS 11 Joint Arrangements 3. IFRS 12 Disclosure of Interests in other Entities 4. IAS 27 Separate Financial Statements (2011) 5. IAS 28 Investments in Associates and Jount Ventures (2011)
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, September 11, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course will provide a review of tax planning in 2012 for accountants. The review aims to combine the technical and practical aspects of tax planning to assist accountants identify the potential opportunities and pitfalls that can arise in practice. The course will also give accountants an understanding on how traditional tax planning concepts can be used in more creative ways, as well as providing some new ideas.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, September 11, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
This very practical course will review and illustrate the very latest tax planning for family companies.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, September 11, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
This very practical course will review the very important subject of ‘are your clients really employed or self employed?’ Practical planning solutions will also be given, including IR35.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, September 11, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
Course Aim This course will provide participants with an overview of Corporate Recovery Strategies. The course will provide guidance on how to formulate recovery strategies for businesses in difficulty.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, September 12, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim Irish transfer pricing legislation came into effect on 1 January 2011. Transfer pricing provisions have been in operation in the US and the UK for a number of years. This seminar intends on reviewing the Irish legislation. This review will be given against a backdrop of experience with the US and UK provisions.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, September 12, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
This vital update provides partners and staff in practice with an overview of the key topical issues in audit, key financial statement areas and a general update on taxation matters. Examples and practical guidance will be provided throughout. This course has been designed specifically for members in practice and will keep you up to date on key topics in Audit, Accounting and Tax.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, September 13, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim T his Course will provide an understanding of the current accounting, reporting, and disclosures associated with deferred tax rules under IAS 12.
CPD Hours: 6
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, September 13, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Our one day Sage Accounts course is suitable for those who wish to utilise existing reports & create ad-hoc reports that will facilitate: Drillable management accounting reporting with difference summary levels and Budget v Actuals variance reporting.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, September 17, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This vital update provides partners and staff in practice with an overview of the key areas of audit Fieldwork, key financial statement areas, and an update on VAT and some Income Tax issues. Examples and practical guidance will be provided throughout.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, September 17, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim The course is designed to answer the most frequently asked questions by Directors of companies or those who are considering accepting an appointment as Director in the future. The course will concentrate on practical examples illustrating the most relevant areas of law avoiding legal jargon where possible.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, September 17, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
Highlight the far reaching impacts on financial statements arising from the Accounting Standards Board’s (ASB’s) strategy for the future basis of UK Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (UK GAAP) and its convergence with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
CPD Hours: 2
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, September 17, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
Course Aim This course will review all of the Statements of Insolvency Practice, which Insolvency Practitioners in the Republic of Ireland are required to comply with.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim The audit committee is charged with important oversight responsibilities that include monitoring: the integrity of the financial statements; the company's internal financial controls and, where appropriate, the internal control and risk management systems of the company; internal audit effectiveness; appointment, re-appointment, removal, remuneration and terms of engagement of the external auditor; external auditor's independence; and supply of non-audit services by the external auditors.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim In an increasingly competitive market-place, the ability to build strong client relationships is vital. Participants will develop a better knowledge of how to understand and communicate with potential and current clients. They will leave the course with practical tips and ideas to build their confidence and skills when interacting with clients, thereby enhancing the client relationship.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, September 19, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
The course aims to improve your delegation skills so that the jobs you delegate are completed to the standard you expect within the timeframe you expect. You will also learn how to give effective feedback, which is key to effective delegation.
CPD Hours: 6
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, September 20, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Our 1 day Microsoft Excel Intermediate / Advanced course is suitable for those with a sound working knowledge of Excel who wish to progress to the most complicated functions and features.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, September 20, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course will enhance your communication skills and improve your effectiveness when communicating with clients, staff, customers etc. It will assist you in identifying another’s preferred style and how to flex your own style to ensure enhanced understanding
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, September 24, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, September 25, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course The course is primarily aimed at small and medium sized enterprises seeking to enhance the existing control environment. It will also help those not directly involved in the process to understand the benefits and issues arising from an enhanced control environment.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, September 26, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course is designed for Chartered Accountants who realise that creating a “To Do” list does not solve their difficulties in managing their work or freeing up time. They recognise that how they manage or participate in the greatest time thief of all – non-productive meetings – impacts on what they can achieve and how they are perceived. They require a practical, reality-based set of techniques and strategies to be more effective and less stressed.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, September 26, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
Course Aim This course is aimed at providing an update on recent VAT developments , common VAT errors and other VAT hot topics.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, September 27, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Overview This programme is for finance professionals who want to understand more about treasury risks, how they are identified and tools used to manage these risks. The course looks at how these risks can manifest themselves in organisations and looks at the cost of failure to manage these risks appropriately. The focus of the course will be on the practical issues arising in this area with some tips to their resolution and will be based on the types of issues that we have experienced in dealing with Irish corporates of all sizes over the past few years.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, September 27, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
This course will provide practical guidance on the performance of external audits on Owner Managed Businesses (‘OMBs’). OMBs are difficult to audit. Issues can include inadequate segregation of duties, possibility of overriding controls and dominant owner managers both to their employees and to auditors. This course aims to identify, discuss and find appropriate responses to the issues.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, October 02, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
This course will give you the tools to better understand your ‘key strenghts’ and you will learn tips and techniques on how to positively influences those around you. Your Profile/Brand is shaped by how you present yourself publicly and this is something you can control. Decide on how you would like people to see you and work on creating that image.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, October 03, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Company valuation plays a central role in business. But, as the recent downturn has brutally shown, company valuations can swing enormously in response to changes in the business cycle. Understanding how valuations are arrived at and the factors that drive value is therefore of central importance in today’s business world.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, October 04, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
This course aims to help financial controllers and auditors deal with tangible and intangible asset impairments under either the Companies Act Accounting Framework (ie. Irish GAAP) or under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, October 09, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course aims to help financial controllers and auditors deal with tangible and intangible asset impairments under either the Companies Act Accounting Framework (ie. Irish GAAP) or under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, October 10, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim The ability to write clear, concise and professional business letters, e-mails and reports is a critical business skill. However, many people find the prospect of writing a time-consuming and often overwhelming task. Many drafts end up in the bin and managers waste precious time editing and re-writing. This course will give you the confidence and skills to help you draft documents much faster and write persuasively and effectively.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, October 11, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course will give the financial professionals the skills to use the new features in PowerPoint 2010 to create dynamic and professional presentations. They will be able to work with multiple shows, include SmartArt, visuals and videos to enhance the presentations.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, October 11, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
This course is designed to aid members gain an understanding of current issues and debates in a fast moving area of significant relevance to today’s finance professional. It will concentrate on the principal aspects of best practice guidance on the workings of boards of directors, the key player in ensuring an organisation is directed and controlled effectively.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Friday, October 12, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Joint ventures and strategic alliances are increasingly common, as many organisations look towards various partnering arrangements, especially as they try to break into foreign markets. This course provides an overview of the challenges (and potential responses) in managing joint ventures and strategic alliances.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, October 15, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course is designed to aid members working across all sectors of the economy to gain an understanding of current issues and debates in corporate governance, a fast moving area of significant relevance to today’s business professional. It will concentrate on: the key aspects of best practice guidance; how recent changes in the regulatory environment have impacted on the corporate governance of organisations in practice; and how to best achieve the highest standards of good corporate governance.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, October 16, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course is intended for experienced Excel users seeking to advance their skills and find short-cuts and tips to get more from Excel. It will introduce participants to Excel’s automated techniques in both forecasting and historical analysis.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, October 16, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
The course is primarily aimed at small and medium sized enterprises seeking to enhance or even considering setting up a risk management process for the first time. It will also help those not directly involved in the process to understand the benefits and issues of an Enterprise Risk Management function.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, October 16, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Overview This course gives detailed guidance on cutting costs while still maintaining customer services in all key respects, which is crucial following several years of poor economic performance in Ireland as there have been sharp reductions in activity and profitability levels. This has made cost reduction and control absolutely central to effective management strategy.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, October 17, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim The course aims to improve your delegation skills so that the jobs you delegate are completed to the standard you expect within the timeframe you expect. You will also learn how to give effective feedback, which is key to effective delegation.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, October 18, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
This course will enhance your communication skills and improve your effectiveness when communicating with clients, staff, customers etc. It will assist you in identifying another’s preferred style and how to flex your own style to ensure enhanced understanding.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, October 18, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim Following several years of poor economic performance in Ireland, there have been sharp reductions in activity levels, profitability levels, valuation levels and – most importantly – in cash flow. With businesses under greater pressure than ever, this course gives detailed guidance on business recovery and asset disposal.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, October 23, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
This course aims to provide an update on current issues for charities. It will cover a broad range of topics including an update on the work and role of the NI Charity Commission. The regulatory and reporting framework for charities is changing in Northern Ireland.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, October 23, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course will provide an overview of the role of the Central Bank and their statutory/regulatory objectives. It will also introduce participants to the structure of the Central Bank, their powers, and the statute and regulation udner which they proceed.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, October 23, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
Course Aim This course is aimed at the fund sector and will provide an induction course on the financial regulation required. It introduces the participants to the main rule making processes and initiatives and both Irish and European levels. The course provides an overview of the principal rule books affecting the funds sector in the Republic of Ireland.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, October 24, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Your personal success, career success and the success of the business or firm you work in, is being massively compromised by STRESS! Put simply stress costs you and your business time and money. The good news; using proven techniques and methods, EVERYONE can learn to manage stress and more importantly channel that energy to a productive and rewarding end.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, October 24, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course will provide guidance on how to improve debt collection procedures. Participants will be able to complete a collection programme with increased confidence and will have acquired many new ideas for immediate use.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, October 25, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Overview This course gives detailed guidance on corporate restructuring and turnaround. Following several years of poor economic performance in Ireland, there have been sharp reductions in activity levels, profitability levels, valuation levels and – most importantly – in cash flow. This has put many businesses under acute financial pressure, so understanding the critical steps to corporate restructuring and turnaround is essential.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, October 25, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
This course is designed to give a comprehensive overview to the duties, powers and liabilities of directors in light of major changes in the legal and regulatory environment in which they operate. It will concentrate on: the key aspects of the role of directors; how recent changes in the regulatory environment have impacted on the duties of directors in practice; and an overview of the role and duties of directors in the context of corporate governance.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, October 30, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course aims to provide an induction course on the impace of financial regulation for insurance undertakings. It will introduce participants to the main rule making processes and initiatives and both Irish and European levels. The course provides an overview of the principal rule books affecting the insurance undertakings doing business in the Republic of Ireland.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, October 30, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course refreshes the skills of advanced users of Excel on the basics of Macros, and then builds on the knowledge of participants to enable them to create, vet and edit Macros effectively and accurately.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, November 07, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim The internet and the digital age have created access to a near infinite volume of information. The publication of business books, research, journals, websites and blogs is growing exponentially. Along with this growth has come the pressure to stay up-to-date and on top of this information overload. This course will help you double your reading speed with better comprehension.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, November 08, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course aim The aim of the course is to allow you to use the most precious resource you have – time – in a more effective manner to achieve maximum effect.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, November 08, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
This course gives detailed guidance on corporate restructuring and turnaround. Following several years of poor economic performance in Ireland, there have been sharp reductions in activity levels, profitability levels, valuation levels and – most importantly – in cash flow. This has put many businesses under acute financial pressure, so understanding the critical steps to corporate restructuring and turnaround is key.
CPD Hours: 6
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Friday, November 09, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim Effective business planning is fundamental to success in business. This course shows how building the plan model is the first step in transforming ideas into tangible reality. It demonstrates how a well-organised plan shows if the concepts make sound business sense.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, November 12, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim As the reality for most companies is that treasury risk forms part of an individual’s broad financial role, the courses have been designed to aid Finance Directors and Financial Controllers in both technical aspects of treasury risk and to provide latest market intelligence and trends. This specific is a further development on the introductory course.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, November 13, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Overview While financial conditions are exceptionally difficult and Irish banks remain under pressure this one-day course aims to review the prospects for getting bank credit and focuses on tips which will maximise your chances of success.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, November 14, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
This course is aimed at providing a one day resume of the core issues of this very important development for non listed companies in the UK and Ireland and to ensure that financial accountants are aware of the major changes required to adequately prepare the switch from national standards. It is designed for both users and preparers who want to find out about the main differences between national standards and the new FRS.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, November 14, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim The course is primarily aimed at small and medium sized enterprises seeking to outsource, enhance or even considering setting up an internal audit function. It will also help those not directly involved in the process to understand the role and benefit of internal audit. To review internal audit standards and professional guidelines
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, November 15, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
The aim of the course is to allow you to use the most precious resource you have – time – in a more effective manner to achieve maximum effect.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, November 15, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course aim The aim is to provide delegates with an overview of the key developments in international financial reporting over the last two years including the new proposals for substantial reduction in disclosure for subsidiaries of listed companies.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Monday, November 19, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
Course Aim This course will review the area of personal bankruptcy and how to avoid being made formally bankrupt. Many firms are being asked to advise their clients on how to deal with substantial bank borrowings. The course will enable advisors to understand the complex issues arising.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, November 20, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Participants will develop their coaching skills and learn how to use the psychology of recognition and non-financial reward to encourage great performance from their staff.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, November 20, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course will familiarise participants with the accounting requirements under the Companies Act accounting framework (Irish GAAP) arising from group reconstructions and reorganisations
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, November 20, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
Course Aim This course is designed to provide a general update to Practicing Accountants undertaking insolvency work and corporate recovery. It will include guidance on recovery strategies and NAMA.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, November 21, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Overview Company valuation plays a central role in business. But, as the recent downturn has brutally shown, company valuations can swing enormously in response to changes in the business cycle. Understanding how valuations are arrived at and the factors that drive value is therefore of central importance in today’s business world.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, November 22, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course aim The course aims to enhance your negotiation skills so you can negotiate better outcomes whilst at the same time respecting and enhancing your relationship with the other party.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, November 22, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Following on from the huge success of last year’s Chartered Accountants Northwest Blitz we are looking forward to bringing professional updates directly to you again in 2012 with our ‘ one-stop CPD workshop’ nationwide tour. The intensive one-day programme, taking place at a number of regional centres across the country, will cover a variety of topics that reflect the working environment and challenges that Chartered Accountants face in the current tough economic climate.
CPD Hours: 3
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Friday, November 23, 2012 2:00:00 PM
Summary:
This course will provide accountants and tax advisers with a practical refresher of all the major recent changes to corporation tax. Practical corporation tax planning will also be given.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, November 28, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course is designed to give accountants the skills to understand that although MS Project is not an accounting package, it does provide cost estimating and tracking for budgetary purposes. MS Project is not concerned with the costs to the company of the resources used doing anything else other than the specific project tasks. This can be frustrating for accountants and lead to them being too hands-off in using MS Project to track costs, with resultant budget overruns which may have been avoidable.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, November 28, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
The internet and the digital age have created access to a near infinite volume of information. The publication of business books, research, journals, websites and blogs is growing exponentially. Along with this growth has come the pressure to stay up-to-date and on top of this information overload. This course will help you double your reading speed with better comprehension.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, November 29, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
The course is primarily aimed at small and medium sized enterprises seeking to outsource, enhance or even considering setting up an internal audit function. It will also help those not directly involved in the process to understand the role and benefit of internal audit. To review internal audit standards and professional guidelines.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, December 05, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
This one-day course gives an SME perspective on recent developments in corporate finance. Life is considerably more difficult for SMEs with adverse trading conditions and sharply reduced availability of bank credit, keeping up to date on developments in corporate finance is critical.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, December 05, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This course is designed for Course is designed for Chartered Accountants who understand that time management is a choice and that we can all improve our productivity levels. It presents a strategy to use MS Outlook to allocate and monitor tasks and effectively plan and schedule their workload.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, December 06, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
The course aims to enhance your negotiation skills so you can negotiate better outcomes whilst at the same time respecting and enhancing your relationship with the other party.
CPD Hours: 3:30
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, December 11, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim T his Advanced Deferred Tax Course will provide an understanding of the more complex accounting, reporting, and disclosures associated with deferred tax rules under IAS 12.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, December 11, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim This hands-on course will show experienced Excel users how to operate the package at a higher level and explore its more sophisticated analysis tools.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Wednesday, December 12, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course The course is aimed at those working in the internal audit role and will help them develop an effective methodology. It will also help those not directly involved in the process to understand the activities of internal audit.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Thursday, December 13, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim: The aim of this course is to produce a rolling forecast in MS Excel (18 months is the case study used). This entails heavy automation to facilitate the re-use of the model to create updated forecasts on an ongoing basis i.e. rolling out into the future and recognizing opening historical position and financial years.
CPD Hours: 7
Learning Mode: Classroom based
Next available date: Tuesday, December 18, 2012 9:30:00 AM
Summary:
Course Aim To provide a one day course highlighting the core issues of this very important development for non listed companies in Ireland and to ensure that financial accountants are aware of the major changes required to adequately prepare the switch from national standards. It is designed for both users and preparers who want to find out about the main differences between national standards and the new FRS.