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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
Testimonials (4)
How to manage business financials
surprise mtileni - Hatima Holdings (Pty) ltd
Course - Learning Xero
Good communication, open for discussion, kept it interesting and engaging
Ahmet Keyman - Keytrade AG
Course - Management Accounting and Finance for Non-Finance Professionals
Experience of the trainer and his way of conveying the content
Roggli Marc - Bechtle Schweiz AG
Course - FinOps
The trainer did not leave a single minute unexploited! He was up a storm throughout every lesson and provided much material for whatever he dealt with.