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Your fortnightly guide to CPD courses (12 May 2023) |
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SPECIAL MESSAGE TO MEMBERS: |
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How to achieve verifiable CPD hours |
Learning activities count as verifiable continuing professional development (CPD) if they can be objectively verified by evidence such as attendance records, certificate of achievements or examination result slips. Learn more about verifiable CPD activities. Find all other FAQ on CPD here. |
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This year's strong line-up of speakers will share their insights on the latest developments in relation to the business and tax landscape in the Mainland, updates on value-added tax and stamp duty policies, as well as challenges and key tax considerations in the Mainland and Hong Kong capital markets. There will also be a panel discussion on the changing dynamics of the business and tax environment in the Mainland. |
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The upcoming sessions of Entities Listing on HKEX Series will focus on reverse takeovers (RTO), recent PRC regulatory developments on overseas listing, as well as privatization in relating to listing on HKEX. Join session 9, session 10 and session 11 in May and explore more sessions to be held in June. |
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The Valuation Series aims to discuss the challenges in the valuation process, supplemented with the introduction of different valuation approach. Different queries from regulators will also be examined to help participants learn how to tackle them. The first session will be held on 18 May. |
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The Fintech for Accountants Series will examine the advanced technologies such as big data, machine learning and blockchain. The workshops will cover topics ranging from basic introductions to specific applications in accounting aiming at assisting participants in further leveraging knowledge of FinTech in their respective roles. The first session will be held on 24 May. |
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In this series, speakers will discuss the updates on operational risks, professional liability and cyber risks as well as regulatory changes. The way to manage tax risks will also be covered and illustrated with case studies. The first session will be held on 1 June. |
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The seminar will be delivered with examples to help non-technologist understanding how web3 impacts the world globally from a business perspective and what it means to for finance and accounting professionals. Different use cases such as crypto, gaming, digital media and entertainment, and consumer brands will also be demonstrated. |
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Soft skills series – Communication: Communicate with clarity and confidence |
CPD hour: 1.5 | 16 May |
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Generative AI is here, what's now and what's next? |
CPD hour: 1 | 23 May |
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Financial Reporting for Reinsurance Contracts Held under HKFRS 17 Insurance Contracts |
CPD hour: 1.5 | 25 May |
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Managing risks related to PCAOB inspections |
CPD hour: 1.5 | 25 May |
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Entities listing on HKEX series – Session 12: Tax considerations for going public – Pitfalls or opportunities? |
CPD hour: 2 | 30 May |
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Entities listing on HKEX series – Session 13: Listed companies in distress and restructuring landscape in Hong Kong |
CPD hour: 2 | 1 June |
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Entities listing on HKEX series – Session 14: The requirement & technical issues of valuation in IPO |
CPD hour: 2 | 5 June |
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Best Corporate Governance and ESG Awards series: What is good corporate governance? The criteria and how they are applied |
CPD hour: 1.5 | 6 June |
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Entities listing on HKEX series – Session 15: Analysis of listed companies' ESG disclosure practice and main recommendations |
CPD hour: 2 | 6 June |
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Entities listing on HKEX series – Session 16: Preparing accountants' reports and financial forecast reports |
CPD hour: 2 | 8 June |
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Joint TF-MBIG E-learning webinar: The latest development of mainland China's value-added tax regulations |
CPD hour: 1 | 13 June |
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Soft skills series – Communication: Storytelling to engage your audience |
CPD hour: 1.5 | 19 June |
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Implementing and assessing a succession planning program |
CPD hour: 1 |
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2022 SMP Symposium |
CPD hour: 3.75 each |
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Net-zero – Introduction and experience sharing |
CPD hour: 1 |
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Workshop for new auditors – Rerun |
CPD hour: 21 | 7, 12 & 19 June |
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The GBA field visit series –Dongguan |
CPD hour: NIL | 8-9 June |
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Joint CFIG-FSIG seminar: New listing rules for specialist technology companies |
CPD hour: 1 | 9 June |
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Joint seminars on "The Corporate Diversity Jigsaw" and "A Disclosure-Based Approach to Regulating AI in Corporate Governance" |
CPD hour: 2 each | 17 May |
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NON-INSTITUTE EVENTS |
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16th Hong Kong Investment Funds Association (HKIFA) Annual Conference on 5 June |
The conference will be held on 5 June at the JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong. It will cover a range of issues that are pertinent to the industry, ranging from the competitiveness of HK as a fund/asset management hub to talent; and from ESG to crypto. Institute members can enroll in the conference at the HKIFA member rate. |
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24th Annual Corporate and Regulatory Update (ACRU) (Early bird registration extended to 15 May) |
The Hong Kong Chartered Governance Institute’s annual event, ACRU 2023 will be held on 9 June this year, providing a unique forum for governance professionals, directors, senior management, and other stakeholders to gain insights from regulators directly. The conference aims to deliver practical governance through a year-in-review of key regulatory themes and concerns, and emerging trends in the governance field. The Institute members can enjoy the supporting organizations' rate when booking the tickets. For more information, please visit: acru.hkcgi.org.hk |
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IVE Business Accountancy Forum 2023 |
IVE Business will be holding the Accountancy Forum 2023 on 29 June (Thursday). Speakers are invited to share their insights on Contemporary Issues in Accounting. The forum will be conducted in the format of a webinar and the enrolment deadline is 16 June 2023. Please click here for details. |
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CASG SME Questionnaire on Climate and Environmental Risk |
To enhance climate data availability and sustainability reporting in Hong Kong, the Green and Sustainable Finance Cross-Agency Steering Group (CASG) and the CDP developed a Climate and Environmental Risk Questionnaire for Non-listed companies/small and medium-sized enterprises (SME Questionnaire). It aims to facilitate financial institutions’ collection and assessment of company-level data for risk assessment and relevant business decisions. Click here to explore more relevant resources of the CASG SME Questionnaire. |
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