Course Catalogue

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When Everyone Agrees but Responsibility Still Matters Agreed Upon Procedure

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When Financial Statements Look Right but Tell the Wrong Story

Why presentation affects understanding What IFRS 18 changes in financial statements How performance categories influence interpretation Why consistency matters across periods How poor presentation hides real performance Where judgement affects clarity

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Annual Financial Statements for SMEs: Getting It Right Without Overcomplicating It

What users of SME financial statements really look for How IFRS for SMEs applies in practice Common errors in SME financial statements How presentation affects credibility Where disclosures are often wrong or missing How to avoid review and audit issues How to prepare statements that make sense

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Qualify - Financial Accounting III 2025

Accreditation The Chartered Institute of Business Accountants (CIBA) is a SAQA-accredited professional body (Professional Body ID 874). That means the training you complete through us carries real weight in the profession and supports your journey toward recognised practice status. When you successfully pass the final exam, you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion issued by CIBA. This certificate proves you’re competent in analysing, preparing, and reporting financial statements for legal entities, related entities, and consolidated groups—aligned with both International Standards and South African regulatory requirements. In short, it shows you can handle real-world financial reporting without putting yourself or your clients at risk. This certificate is issued under the National Policy for the Implementation of the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) as authorised by SAQA, and is recognised by CIBA as meeting the competency standards approved for admission as a Chartered Business Accountant in Practice (CBAP). If you’re serious about standing out, charging for compliance expertise, and building a respected practice, this level of evidence-based competency matters.

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Debt Can Grow Your Business or Kill It

What gearing really means Different funding options available to businesses How debt affects cash flow and risk When gearing makes sense Warning signs of over-gearing How to assess funding decisions How to advise clients on funding safely

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Trusts Are Not Simple: Financial Reporting That Gets Scrutinised

How trusts operate financially Key financial reporting requirements for trusts Common trust accounting errors How beneficiaries affect reporting How to present trust financial information correctly Risk areas that attract scrutiny How to protect yourself when working with trusts

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Non-Profit Financial Reporting: Where Good Intentions Go Wrong

By attending this event, delegates will learn: · How non-profit organisations differ from normal businesses · Key financial reporting requirements for non-profits · How to treat donations, grants, and restricted funds · Common reporting errors made by non-profits · How governance affects financial reporting · What regulators and funders look for in reports · How to reduce risk when reporting for non-profits

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School Financial Reports That Get Governing Bodies and Principals Into Trouble

What Will Set You Apart (What Delegates Will Learn) Delegates will learn how to prepare clear, reliable school financial reports, understand where schools are most exposed to financial risk, and avoid reporting errors that lead to conflict, audit issues, or loss of trust. This positions them as trusted advisors to schools and governing bodies.

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FIC Compliance After Registration: Where Accountability Becomes Permanent

Who qualifies as an Accountable Institution under the FIC Act The key obligations placed on Accountable Institutions What a Risk Management and Compliance Programme is and why it matters Client identification and verification requirements Ongoing monitoring and reporting duties Common FIC compliance failures and penalties How to implement FIC requirements in practice

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Building the Backbone: How to Set Up the Perfect Chart of Accounts for Every Sector

Understand how different industries structure their accounts for better analysis Design a chart of accounts (COA) that supports management reporting and compliance Know which accounts to include, merge, or split for clarity and control Avoid the most common setup mistakes that cause messy financials Apply sector-based examples for retail, manufacturing, construction, NPOs, and service firms Create a scalable structure that supports growth, consolidation, and audit readiness

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Making Numbers Talk: How to Get Non-Financial People to Actually Listen

Turn financial reports into stories people actually understand Use visuals, tone, and language that grab attention Know what to say (and what to skip) when talking to non-financial audiences Build confidence to speak up in meetings and get your point across Earn more trust by explaining the “why” behind the numbers

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Introduction to Group Accounting: Get Consolidation Right, Protect Your Clients, and Boost Your Value

Master the essentials – simple, practical steps to consolidate subsidiaries Avoid the traps – the most common mistakes accountants make (and how to sidestep them) Turn compliance into profit – position yourself as the expert clients will happily pay more for