Course in Accounting & Reporting | SRH Distance Learning University

AT A GLANCE

The contents of your certificate course

The module ‘Accounting and Reporting’ deals with questions about a company’s assets and liabilities to be recognised in financial statements in accordance with IAS/IFRS. You will be able to make accounting and evaluation decisions correctly and to put them into practical accounting. You will also get to know how to optimise existing recognition and valuation options acc. o IAS/IFRS. In addition, you’ll learn to report and analyse the financial statements for internal and external reporting purposes. In this regard you will be able to calculate and understand important financial key figures derived from the balance sheet, P/L or Cashflow statement, e. g. Return on Investment, Equity-Debt-Ratio, Return on Sales etc.

Degree: University Certificate in Accounting and Reporting
Examination: Submission Tasks (15 pages)
Credit points: 6 ECTS
Learning duration: approx. 150 hours (incl. self-study and exam)
Regular certificate duration: 3 months
Access from date of purchase: 3 months + 15 months free support period
Certificate start: on the first day of each month
Certificate fee: EUR 840
Certification: submitted for state approval in accordance with the German Distance Learning Protection Act (FernUSG)

After active participation, you will receive an official certificate of attendance.
Participants who optionally complete the certificate with a successful exam performance receive 6 ECTS credits and a certificate of completion for the university certificate.

Your content

fundamentals of international accounting standards
objectives and application of international financial reporting standards
key accounting principles acc. to IAS/IFRS
balance sheet items, recognition criteria and valuation concepts
components of the annual financial statements, e. g. assets and liabilities, profit and loss, cashflow
recognition and measurement of inventories
recognition and measurement of property, plant and equipment
recognition and measurement of intangible assets
recognition and measurement of leases
recognition and measurement of provisions
recognition and measurement of other selected items
currency translation
recognition of income taxes in IFRS financial statements
revenue from contracts with customers

Your advantages

Master the application of IAS/IFRS accounting principles and prepare accurate financial statements.
Gain expertise in handling recognition and valuation options, crucial for optimised financial decision-making.
Develop strong reporting, communication, collaboration, and ethical decision-making skills in professional accounting and controlling environments.

YOUR OUTLOOK

How to achieve your goals

Regulatory changes, evolving financial standards and complex business transactions: challenges are a constant feature of the accounting landscape. The role of effective accounting and reporting is to navigate these complexities, ensure accurate financial reporting and apply the right standards to maintain transparency and compliance. Additionally accurate and effective financial reporting is a key factor for successful internal decision making. Skilled professionals who are proficient in accounting standards such as IAS/IFRS are in high demand in functions such as financial reporting, audit, compliance, controlling and strategy, as well as in leadership roles in organisations of all sizes and industries.

YOUR PARTICIPATION

You meet these requirements

Do you want to shape the future of your organisation by ensuring financial transparency, effectiveness and compliance with global accounting standards? Do you want to lead change by developing accurate reporting strategies that drive informed and optimised decision-making and sustainable growth? Then this certificate course in Accounting and Reporting will enable you with the expertise in IAS/IFRS standards to excel in organisations of all sizes - a qualification that will make you a valuable candidate across all industries and sectors, in both private and public institutions.

YOUR CREDITS

Recognition for a later course of study

Academic and non-academic achievements can be credited/recognised upon request. You can have successfully completed modules of the certificate course recognised in the degree programmes of the SRH Fernhochschule if there is a corresponding match in content. Please contact your student advisor for more information.

Practical knowledge of Accounting and Reporting according to IAS/IFRS is a valuable advantage in different roles and functions. Accounting and reporting expertise is the fundament of optimised financial decision making and a key skill of effective leadership.

Prof. Dr. Markus Frischmuth, Professor of General Business Administration

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