2009 Conference on IFRS Conversion: How to Organize & Prioritize Your Transition Process: What You Need to Know

Conference Workshops

December 2 & 5, 2009
The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia

CPE Credit: 8 Hours

Continental Breakfast 8:00 - 8:30 AM
Workshop (including lunch and breaks) 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Pre-Conference Workshops

Fair Value Accounting: Impact of FAS 157 & Beyond

December 2, 2009 · Code: C224LPAA700

FAS 157, Fair Value Measurements, represents a dramatic shift away from historical cost accounting—one that could significantly impact companies’ financial statements. This workshop presents an in-depth discussion of fair value and how the new rules will affect existing accounting and disclosure practices. You will:

	Understand the fundamentals of fair value measurement
	Explore the evolution of fair value from its beginnings to its current definition
	Discover how the new standard impacts over 40 existing accounting rules
	Understand the new and expanded disclosure requirements

FAS 52 & Derivatives: Unraveling the Mystery of FX Accounting

December 2, 2009 · Code: C212LPAA700

Do you have a handle on accounting for foreign currency transactions? Do you have a clear understanding of the difference between translation and remeasurement? Are foreign currency derivatives still a mystery? This workshop will provide:

	A detailed explanation of accounting for foreign currency transactions
	A comprehensive and easy to understand explanation of FAS 52 and translation/remeasurement of foreign currency denominated financial statements
	An overview of foreign currency hedges and related accounting treatments

Post-Conference Workshop

FASB Hot Topics

December 5, 2009 · Code: C234LPAA700

Some FASB pronouncements remain burning issues for years while others fade quitely into obscurity. This continually updated workshop focuses on the topics that are "top-of-mind" at FASB, be they new pronouncements or older edicts for which accountants continue to require guidance. You will:

	Review the rules for fair value accounting in detail
	Explore the new rules for business combinations and consolidations
	Examine the accounting and tax implications of FAS 123R on stock-based compensation
	Get an update on FASB's views on leasing

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