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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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, 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 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: 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: 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: 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 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: 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, 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.