Advanced DipIFR Exam Preparation and Reporting Course

Strengthen technical accounting capabilities, master complex consolidations, and prepare for international financial reporting challenges.

This 1-week course has 76 dates from November 2026 to November 2027 in 54 cities and live online. The next date runs 16 – 20 November 2026 in London. Fees per participant run from €4,100 (Cairo) to €14,000 (San Diego) in a classroom, and from €1,500 live online.

Advanced DipIFR Exam Preparation and Reporting Course
Duration
1 Week5 days
Next start
London
Scheduled dates
76
Classroom cities
54London, Barcelona, Milan, Dubai and more
Format
Classroom and live online
Fee per participant
€1,500–€14,000Average €5,750
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What does this course cover?

Overview

Navigating complex international accounting standards requires rigorous technical precision and systematic analytical practice. This course delivers structured preparation for professionals targeting advanced proficiency in international accounting frameworks and complex financial disclosures. Participants examine consolidation techniques, financial instrument valuations, revenue recognition criteria, and lease accounting models through technical case analyses and scenario-based calculations. Finance teams conclude the programme equipped with practical reconciliation models, transition templates, and robust disclosure checklists. This course is delivered by Agile Leaders Training Center.

Who Should Attend

  • Professionals responsible for preparing consolidated financial statements and group reporting packs.
  • Finance specialists responsible for technical accounting research and standards conversion projects.
  • Accounting personnel responsible for financial instrument classifications and expected credit loss calculations.
  • Reporting managers responsible for revenue contract evaluations and performance obligation assessments.
  • Auditors responsible for evaluating corporate compliance with international accounting treatments.

Departments and Industries

This course supports technical finance and reporting teams across diverse operating environments and regulated sectors.

  • Group Financial Reporting and Consolidation Teams in Telecommunications
  • Technical Accounting and Advisory Units in Energy and Utilities
  • Financial Control and Compliance Divisions in Retail and Consumer Goods
  • Corporate Finance and Accounting Operations in Manufacturing and Engineering
  • Internal Audit and Financial Governance Departments in Logistics and Transportation

Learning Objectives

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

  • Apply consolidation accounting procedures to multi-tier corporate group structures.
  • Evaluate complex revenue contracts using the five-step recognition framework.
  • Build impairment testing models using discounted cash flow projections.
  • Classify financial assets and liabilities using contractual cash flow characteristics.
  • Calculate right-of-use asset amortisation schedules and lease liability obligations.
  • Diagnose technical accounting discrepancies across international financial statements.

Course Agenda

Day 1: Non-Current Assets and Revenue Frameworks

  • Tangible Asset Capitalisation using IAS 16 Cost Breakdown Schedules
  • Impairment Review Modelling using IAS 36 Recoverable Amount Worksheets
  • Intangible Asset Capitalisation Criteria using IAS 38 Development Cost Registers
  • Five-Step Revenue Allocation using IFRS 15 Transaction Price Matrix
  • Contract Asset and Liability Reconciliation using IFRS 15 Timing Tables

Day 2: Leases, Provisions, and Employee Benefits

  • Right-of-Use Asset Measurement using IFRS 16 Lease Amortisation Schedules
  • Variable Lease Payment Classification using IFRS 16 Liability Remeasurement Logs
  • Constructive Obligation Analysis using IAS 37 Provision Probability Trees
  • Contingent Liability Disclosures using IAS 37 Materiality Impact Matrices
  • Defined Benefit Obligation Valuation using IAS 19 Actuarial Gain and Loss Schedules

Day 3: Financial Instruments and Group Accounting Fundamentals

  • Financial Asset Classification using IFRS 9 Business Model Assessment Grids
  • Expected Credit Loss Modelling using IFRS 9 Staging Matrices
  • Goodwill Calculation and Impairment using IFRS 3 Purchase Price Allocation Sheets
  • Non-Controlling Interest Valuation using IFRS 3 Proportionate and Fair Value Models
  • Joint Arrangement Classification using IFRS 11 Rights and Obligations Charts

Day 4: Complex Consolidations and Technical Disclosures

  • Associates Accounting using IAS 28 Equity Method Calculation Logs
  • Intragroup Balance Elimination using Group Consolidation Worksheets
  • Foreign Subsidiary Translation using IAS 21 Closing Rate Reconciliation Sheets
  • Temporary Difference Computations using IAS 12 Deferred Tax Schedules
  • Earnings Per Share Dilution Modelling using IAS 33 Weighted Average Tables

Day 5: Synthesis, Reporting Strategy, and Practical Scenarios

  • Multi-Standard Case Analysis using Full Disclosure Checklist Registers
  • Complex Transaction Resolution using Technical Position Paper Templates
  • Accounting Policy Transition Review using IAS 8 Prior Period Adjustment Sheets
  • Financial Statement Presentation Diagnostics using IAS 1 Formatting Guidelines
  • Capstone Integrated Scenario Simulation and Financial Statement Assembly

Practical Exercises

Participants complete structured case scenarios to build functional reporting models and disclosures.

  • Suggested activity: Calculate purchase price allocation and goodwill for an acquisition scenario.
  • Suggested activity: Formulate an expected credit loss provisioning matrix for trade receivables.
  • Suggested activity: Construct a lease liability remeasurement schedule following a contract modification.
  • Suggested activity: Draft a deferred tax reconciliation table reflecting non-current asset revaluations.

FAQs

What financial standards are evaluated during this programme?

The course evaluates core international frameworks including IFRS 9, IFRS 15, IFRS 16, IAS 36, and IAS 12. Topics focus on technical calculations, presentation standards, and disclosure disclosures applied across real corporate reporting environments.

How does the agenda address corporate consolidations?

Consolidation modules cover acquisition accounting, non-controlling interest calculations, fair value adjustments, intragroup eliminations, equity accounting for associates, and foreign currency translation of overseas subsidiaries using structured consolidation worksheets.

Is prior experience with financial reporting necessary for this course?

Participants should possess foundational knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping, balance sheet presentation, and basic corporate accounting principles to engage effectively with complex calculation models and case scenarios.

What practical tools do participants utilise during the sessions?

Participants utilise financial calculation worksheets, impairment testing templates, lease liability schedules, deferred tax registers, and technical accounting position paper outlines designed for corporate financial reporting.

Conclusion

Participants return to their organisations ready to handle demanding reporting requirements with precision and methodical confidence. By mastering complex consolidation workflows, financial instrument categorisations, and disclosure frameworks, professionals resolve technical discrepancies, improve reporting consistency, and deliver compliant corporate accounting documentation across all operating units.

credits: 5 credit per day

Course Mode: full-time

Provider: Agile Leaders Training Center

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When and where does this course run?

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Image Location Dates Duration Mode Price Actions
London London Week 47, 2026
16 – 20 November 2026 		1 Week Onsite €5,700
Barcelona Barcelona Week 48, 2026
23 – 27 November 2026 		1 Week Onsite €5,700
Milan Milan Week 48, 2026
23 – 27 November 2026 		1 Week Onsite €5,700
Dubai Dubai Week 49, 2026
30 November – 4 December 2026 		1 Week Onsite €4,500
Istanbul Istanbul Week 49, 2026
30 November – 4 December 2026 		1 Week Onsite €4,500
Cairo Cairo Week 50, 2026
7 – 11 December 2026 		1 Week Onsite €4,100
Paris Paris Week 50, 2026
7 – 11 December 2026 		1 Week Onsite €5,700
Madrid Madrid Week 50, 2026
7 – 11 December 2026 		1 Week Onsite €5,700
Amsterdam Amsterdam Week 51, 2026
14 – 18 December 2026 		1 Week Onsite €5,700
Vienna Vienna Week 51, 2026
14 – 18 December 2026 		1 Week Onsite €5,700
Manama Manama Week 51, 2026
20 – 24 December 2026 		1 Week Onsite €4,700
Rome Rome Week 52, 2026
21 – 25 December 2026 		1 Week Onsite €5,700
Tashkent Tashkent Week 53, 2027
3 – 7 January 2027 		1 Week Onsite €4,500
Zanzibar Zanzibar Week 02, 2027
17 – 21 January 2027 		1 Week Onsite €5,500
London London Week 04, 2027
25 – 29 January 2027 		1 Week Onsite €5,700
Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi Week 06, 2027
8 – 12 February 2027 		1 Week Onsite €4,700
Dubai Dubai Week 07, 2027
15 – 19 February 2027 		1 Week Onsite €4,500
Phuket Phuket Week 07, 2027
21 – 25 February 2027 		1 Week Onsite €6,000
Bali Bali Week 08, 2027
28 February – 4 March 2027 		1 Week Onsite €5,700
Amsterdam Amsterdam Week 10, 2027
8 – 12 March 2027 		1 Week Onsite €5,700

Frequently asked questions

When does this course next run?

The next date runs 16 – 20 November 2026 in London. It is one of 76 dates scheduled up to November 2027.

Where is this course held?

In a classroom in 54 cities: London, Barcelona, Milan, Dubai, Istanbul, Cairo, Paris, Madrid, and more. It is also scheduled as live online sessions.

Can I attend this course online?

Yes. One date is scheduled as a live online session: 20 – 24 September 2027, from €1,500 per participant.

How long is the course?

1 Week. Each date shows its start and end dates.

How much does the course cost?

Fees per participant run from €4,100 (Cairo) to €14,000 (San Diego) in a classroom, and from €1,500 live online. Each date shows its own fee.

What does this course cover?

OverviewNavigating complex international accounting standards requires rigorous technical precision and systematic analytical practice. This course delivers structured preparation for professionals targeting advanced proficiency in international accounting frameworks and complex financial disclosures. Participants examine consolidation techniques, financi…

Are training dates available?

Yes. Available dates and destinations are listed in the course dates section on this page.

How can I register?

Choose an available date on this page and complete the registration form, or send a programme enquiry.

Can I download the course brochure?

Yes. Use the brochure download link provided on this page.

Can this course be run for our team?

Yes. Tell us the number of participants and your preferred dates and city through our training request form.

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