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 Duration 21 hours

Course Outline

Fundamentals of IFRS 17

  • Objectives and scope of the IFRS 17 standard.
  • Core concepts and key definitions.
  • Differences between IFRS 17 and the previous IFRS 4 framework.

Accounting for Insurance Contracts under IFRS 17

  • Identification and classification of insurance contracts.
  • Determining the unit of account and portfolio grouping.
  • Separation of embedded insurance and non-insurance components.

Measurement Frameworks

  • General Measurement Model (GMM).
  • Premium Allocation Approach (PAA).
  • Variable Fee Approach (VFA).

Financial Reporting and Disclosure Standards

  • Presentation of insurance contracts within financial statements.
  • Specific disclosure requirements mandated by IFRS 17.
  • Data infrastructure and system needs for compliance.

Evaluating the Impact of IFRS 17

  • Influence on financial performance and profitability metrics.
  • Implications for insurer capital adequacy and risk management.
  • Review of real-world IFRS 17 implementation cases.

Implementation Strategies and Best Practices

  • Navigating operational and technological challenges.
  • Fostering cross-departmental collaboration and governance.
  • Insights and lessons from early adopters.

Sustaining Compliance and Long-Term Viability

  • Maintaining alignment with evolving regulatory standards.
  • Continuous monitoring of contract performance under IFRS 17.
  • Strategic pivots to enhance transparency and market competitiveness.

Course Summary and Recommended Next Steps

Requirements

  • Solid grounding in fundamental accounting principles.
  • Familiarity with financial statements and reporting processes.
  • Background knowledge in insurance or financial services is advantageous.

Target Audience

  • Insurance underwriters and carriers
  • Financial controllers
  • Financial analysts
  • Actuaries
  • Internal and external auditors
  • Accountants and finance specialists

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