Your fortnightly guide to CPD courses (26 August 2022)

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Keeping CPD record and documentary evidence

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HIGHLIGHT EVENTS

Don't miss the last chance to register for the annual conference for young members. Join and learn from experienced speakers on trending industry topics, including sustainability and ESG, the metaverse, NFTs and more; as well as the types of skillsets young members should possess to become future-ready CPAs. A recruitment consultant will also provide tips on career planning and how to prepare for online interviews.

Complimentary seats for CA ANZ HK Seminar – Metaverse: What businesses need to know

We are pleased to inform you that our collaboration partner, The Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (Hong Kong) (CA ANZ HK), has provided 15 complimentary seats to the Institute's members for an upcoming face-to-face seminar – Metaverse: What businesses need to know scheduled for 8 September 2022 (Thursday) at 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Interested members should click here for enrolment by 30 August. Priority for the complimentary seats will be given to active Institute members with the most CPD paid course enrolments via the Institute over the past 12 months to show our appreciation for their support. Further event details are available here.

If you are unable to obtain a free seat this time, please stay tuned for the special CPD offers which will be provided intermittently in the future.

Meanwhile, the make-up session of a free event titled "Navigating SME Support and Funding Opportunities", which is jointly organized by the Institute, CA ANZ HK and the Hong Kong Productivity Council, will be organized on 6 October. Please stay tuned for more details on enrolment.

Cryptoassets have becoming increasingly popular. They are not only acquired by individuals for investment or speculative purpose, but are also held by certain corporate entities and financial institutions. The objective of this webinar is to introduce to you the commonly seen accounting issues associated with cryptoassets, and to learn the thought process as to how to deal with more complex issues.

The joint virtual workshops will cover risk management concepts and is designed for those who intend to develop financial and management skills, as well as build up business acumen and commercial awareness. An optional session focusing on examination techniques is available for those who are preparing for the Chartered Global Management Accountant Paper P3 examination.

E-LEARNING

Compliant remittance arrangements between the Mainland and Hong Kong for Hong Kong enterprises and residents

CPD hour: 1.5 | 6 September

Practical solutions to implementing the AML/CTF requirements (re-run)

CPD hour: 6 | 7 & 13 September

The latest focus of IRD's review on charities

CPD hour: 1.5 | 8 September

Guardian role of professionals in upholding ethical governance

CPD hour: 1.5 | 14 September

Tax audit on small and medium-sized enterprises

CPD hour: 1.5 | 26 September

Annual taxation conference 2022 (archived session)

CPD hour: 3

NON-INSTITUTE EVENTS

PASS x PolyU free e-seminar on Achieving 2060 China Net Zero with Ratings, Sustainable Finance, Carbon Trading

1 September. The Center for Economic Sustainability & Entrepreneurial Finance (CESEF) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is organizing a PASS seminar titled, "Achieving 2060 China Net Zero with Ratings, Sustainable Finance, Carbon Trading". Invited panel speakers will discuss ESG considerations in M&A due diligence, developments and trends in ESG-driven M&A transactions in Asia, and how banks are using sustainable finance instruments to fight climate change. Register now.

ACCA Hong Kong Annual Conference 2022

17 September. The ACCA Hong Kong Annual Conference 2022 themed "Accounting for a better world: Risks and opportunities defining 2022 and beyond" aims to gather thought-leaders and subject-matter experts to explore how Hong Kong businesses and organizations can get through challenges ahead and embrace changes for growth. Enjoy a special discount rate for registration fee as a member of a supporting organization.

HKACFE morning webinar – Is whistleblowing bluffing and a waste of our time? Or is it an effective mechanism to mitigate corporate financial crime and conduct risk?

21 September. The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners Hong Kong Chapter (HKACFE) will be holding a morning webinar about whistleblowing on 21 September. Institute and Forensics Interest Group members can enjoy a discount.

FSDC Career Day 2022

24 September. As part of the Talent Amplifier Programme, Financial Services Development Council (FSDC) Career Day is a flagship event that will explore the theme Digital Economy & The Frontier: Constructing Your Future – Ready, Set, Action this year. The event will cover key industry trends related to the new digital economy, Web 3.0, and the metaverse.

CGMA programme – Special offer to QP-qualified Institute members

25 – 27 October. The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) is offering enrolment in the Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) programme at a special rate for Institute members who qualified through the Qualification Programme (QP). The course provides training for the CIMA Strategic Case Study Exam and serves as a path to obtain the CGMA designation. The early bird enrolment deadline is 11 October and free information session will be held on 15 September.

2022 CIA Challenge Exam

The Institute, in partnership with The Institute of Internal Auditors, is pleased to offer to members the 2022 CIA Challenge Exam – a fast track way for Institute members to attain the globally recognized Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation. Application starts on 1 September and till 30 September. Click here for further details.

SPECIAL TOPICS

Live webinars

Check out the full list of upcoming live webcasts covering various topics.

e-Series

Tailor-made online courses on accounting and financial reporting, corporate and strategic finance, corporate governance, industry knowledge, information technology, risk management and internal control, taxation and management accounting and reporting (in partnership with CIMA). Click here for details and to enrol.

e-Seminar

Archived webcast of popular technical face-to-face events and webinars. Click here for details.

e-Manager

Over 110 e-Manager courses covering a wide range of business planning and strategy and other topics to provide flexible and tablet-friendly learning online. From now till August, enjoy a 10% discount on ten selected e-manager courses. Click here for details.

e-Finance

Over 100 online courses on financial markets. Click here for details.

Partner events

Accountingcpd: Over 50 online courses on accounting and business related topics are available.

AICPA/CIMA: Over 60 e-learning courses focusing on cybersecurity, data analytics, treasury management and IFRSs.

From CPA to CPA Plus (FCCP): A programme with 2 sessions specially designed to help professional accountants in business develop a business-oriented mind-set.

IFRS e-courses: Three e-courses covering technical topics on IFRS 9 Financial Instruments, IFRS 16 Lease Accounting and IFRS 17 Insurance Contracts.

FREE COURSES

Members' Forums on Further Reform of the Accounting Profession for PIE Auditors

Members' Forums on Further Reform of the Accounting Profession for Non-PIE Practice Units

Members' Forums on Further Reform of the Accounting Profession for CPAs

Members' Forum on Reviewing the Election Arrangements of the Council

COP26: Race to Zero series: IFRS Foundation's International Sustainability Standards Board (archived webinar)

COP26: Race to Zero series: Scenarios for TCFD-aligned disclosures (archived webinar)

2021 Compliance Forum – Risk management: Corroborating evidence is a key to success

e-Finance courses: Statement of cash flows and Corporate finance – Capital structure and liquidity

Decision making in a crisis offered by accountingcpd.net

Archived webinar valuing financial instruments offered by iiBV

Two free e-learning courses on the Notifiable Transactions Rules and Connected Transactions Rules offered by Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited

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