Lead Trainer
Thomas Egan brings over 30 years of global expertise in accounting and finance training. A member of ISCA, CPA Australia, ACCA, and a licensed US CPA, Thomas has held key technical roles in a Big 4 firm, an international bank, and the aviation sector. He served on committees shaping accounting standards, financial reporting, and XBRL. With a master’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Finance from Oxford, he also holds the CFA certification for ESG Investing. Thomas’s extensive experience ensures a transformative learning experience for all participants.
Course Summary
The “Mastering Financial and Sustainability Reporting: Navigating IFRS Updates and Sustainability Frameworks” course provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of recent advancements in both financial and non-financial reporting. Through practical demonstrations, real-world examples, and exercises, attendees will explore key updates in financial reporting, particularly the transition from IAS 1 to IFRS 18, and their impact on financial statements.
The course also covers non-financial reporting standards, focusing on the increasing regulation across global regions. Participants will gain essential knowledge of the latest standards and regulations in non-financial reporting, equipping them to navigate this evolving field.
This course offers a holistic overview of contemporary reporting practices, providing the tools and insights necessary to enhance financial and non-financial reporting.
Course Objectives
By the end of this workshop, participants will :
- Understand IFRS 2023-2024 standards, upcoming changes, and the relevance of IFRIC agenda decisions in financial reporting.
- Gain insight into sustainability reporting trends, focusing on the ISSB Sustainability framework for IFRS-adopting countries.
Course Agenda
Day 1
- Changes Effective for Financial Years Beginning 1 January 2023
- Changes Effective for Financial Years Beginning 1 January 2024
- Major Future Changes/Initiatives
- IFRIC Agenda Decisions
Day 2
- Sustainability Reporting
- Overview of Reporting and Assurance Standards
- The Financial Implications of Sustainability
- Elements of Sustainability Reporting
Course Methodology
Day 1 focuses on advanced social media marketing techniques, starting with a Social Media Advertising Masterclass covering targeting, optimization, and budget management. Day 2 emphasizes creative and strategic elements, starting with a Social Media Landscape Overview, followed by an Advanced Content Creation Workshop where participants learn to craft platform-specific, high-impact content.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Enhance their expertise in advanced social media strategies, focusing on advertising, content creation, and optimizing audience engagement for improved campaign performance
- Stay updated with the latest developments and effectively boost content visibility
- Gain the skills to develop and execute well-structured social media campaigns, incorporating key strategies such as influencer marketing, and ROI measurement to drive business success
Target Audience
Corporate marketing managers, social media strategists, brand managers, digital marketing professionals, content marketing specialists, corporate communications managers, public relations executives, advertising account managers, e-commerce marketing professionals, marketing analysts, business development managers, community engagement officers, internal communications specialists, event marketing coordinators, customer experience managers, nonprofit organization marketing directors, product marketing managers, brand communications specialists and corporate executives interested in digital strategy
Target Competencies
- Master advanced targeting, budget optimization, and performance analysis for impactful advertising
- Craft platform-specific, high-impact content using storytelling and design techniques
- Stay updated on algorithm changes and emerging trends to boost content visibility
- Develop and execute structured social media campaigns with comprehensive content calendars
- Monitor brand sentiment and build loyal communities through effective engagement
- Integrate AI, automation, and new platform strategies to stay ahead in social media marketing
- Analyze ROI and KPI metrics to optimize strategies and measure campaign success
