Finance, Accounting, and Financial Management

1. International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
   Training Content:

• Familiarization with the latest IFRS standards and their application in preparing accurate and transparent financial statements.

Topics:

• Introduction to international standards and their importance in the UAE.
• Overview of key modern standards (IFRS 9, IFRS 15, IFRS 16).
• Recognition of revenues and expenses according to the standards.
• Presentation of consolidated financial statements.
• Practical case studies from UAE companies.

Objectives:

• Enhance participants’ competence in preparing financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Enable understanding and application of changes in standards.
• Promote financial transparency aligned with global standards.
• Reduce errors in financial reporting.

Outcomes:

• Financial reports compliant with international standards.
• Ability to handle complex accounting issues.
• Improved compliance with regulatory authorities.
• Increased trust of investors and partners.

2. Financial Risk Management in Organizations
   Training Content:

• A program outlining mechanisms to identify financial risks, manage them, and mitigate their impacts.

Topics:

• Concept and importance of financial risks.
• Risk classification: market, credit, liquidity, operational.
• Tools and methods for risk measurement.
• Risk mitigation strategies.
• Practical case studies from financial institutions in the UAE.

Objectives:

• Develop participants’ skills in identifying risks.
• Enable them to design effective risk management strategies.
• Enhance organizational stability and protection against losses.
• Support financial decision-making based on analysis.

Outcomes:

• Practical plans for risk management.
• Advanced tools for measurement and analysis.
• Ability to anticipate potential risks.
• Improved financial security for organizations.

3. Preparation and Oversight of Government Budgets
   Training Content:

• A program focused on how to prepare public budgets and monitor them in accordance with UAE government regulations.

Topics:

• The concept and objectives of government budgeting.
• Methods of budget preparation (traditional – program-based – performance-based).
• Stages of budget preparation in government institutions.
• Monitoring the implementation of the budget.
• Performance indicators for budget follow-up.

Objectives:

• Enhance participants’ skills in budget preparation.
• Enable them to monitor and control budget implementation.
• Improve the efficiency of government spending.
• Support transparency in public financial management.

Outcomes:

• Accurate financial plans for government institutions.
• Budget follow-up reports.
• Ability to analyze financial deviations.
• Improved management of financial resources.

4. Financial Analysis and Investment Decision-Making
   Training Content:

• A practical program that helps analyze financial data to make sound investment decisions.

Topics:

• Financial analysis methods (ratios – trends – comparisons).
• Using financial statements for decision-making.
• Evaluating investment projects.
• Measuring returns and risks.
• Practical applications on UAE companies.

Objectives:

• Enable participants to analyze financial data professionally.
• Support sound investment decision-making.
• Enhance institutional efficiency in managing investments.
• Strengthen the ability to forecast future outcomes.

Outcomes:

• Accurate financial analysis reports.
• Practical investment evaluation tools.
• Ability to make sound financial decisions.
• Improved investment performance.

5. 5. Internal Audit and Control in Institutions
   Training Content:

• A program highlighting the role of internal audit in enhancing governance and protecting institutional assets.

Topics:

• The concept of internal audit and control.
• International standards for internal auditing.
• The audit cycle: Planning – Execution – Reporting.
• The role of auditing in combating financial fraud.
• Case studies from the UAE environment.

Objectives:

• Enhance participants’ skills in internal auditing.
• Enable them to detect risks and fraud.
• Strengthen transparency and institutional governance.
• Support management decisions through audit reports.

Outcomes:

• Professional internal audit reports.
• Plans to improve internal control.
• Early detection systems for deviations.
• More transparent and efficient institutions.

6. Islamic Finance and Its Management
   Training Content:

• A specialized program explaining the concepts, tools, and applications of Islamic finance in the UAE.

Topics:

• Principles and foundations of Islamic finance.
• Islamic finance instruments (Murabaha, Mudaraba, Musharaka, Ijara).
• Differences between conventional and Islamic finance.
• Islamic banking laws and regulations in the UAE.
• Practical applications in Islamic banks.

Objectives:

• Introduce participants to the fundamentals of Islamic finance.
• Enable effective use of Islamic finance tools.
• Strengthen the UAE’s position as a global center for Islamic finance.
• Improve the efficiency of Islamic financial institutions.

Outcomes:

• Practical models for Islamic finance contracts.
• Evaluation reports for Islamic finance products.
• Enhance staff skills in Islamic banking institutions.
• Promote transparency and Sharia compliance.

7. Financial Planning and Cash Flow Management
   Training Content:

• A program designed to improve liquidity management and plan for future cash flows.

Topics:

• The concept of cash flows.
• The importance of financial planning in institutions.
• Preparing cash flow forecasts.
• Managing cash deficits and surpluses.
• Using cash flow tools and reports.

Objectives:

• Enhance participants’ skills in financial planning.
• Enable effective liquidity management.
• Support managerial decisions based on cash flows.
• Strengthen the financial stability of institutions.

Outcomes:

• More accurate financial plans.
• Cash flow forecasting reports.
• Ability to manage deficits and surpluses.
• Improved operational efficiency.

8. Government Accounting According to IPSAS
   Training Content:

• A program explaining how to apply International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) in the UAE.

Topics:

• The concept of government accounting.
• International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS).
• Preparing government financial reports.
• Applying IPSAS in the UAE.
• Practical case studies and applications.

Objectives:

• Improve participants’ competence in government accounting.
• Enhance transparency in public financial management.
• Ensure compliance with international standards.
• Support financial governance.

Outcomes:

• Government financial reports in accordance with IPSAS.
• Ability to apply international standards.
• More transparent government institutions.
• Increased compliance with regulatory authorities.

9. Investment Project Evaluation and Financing
   Training Content:

• A program that helps study the economic feasibility of projects and determine the most suitable funding sources.

Topics:

• Steps for evaluating investment projects.
• Financial and economic analysis tools.
• Risk assessment associated with projects.
• Funding sources (banking, private, governmental).
• Practical applications on UAE projects.

Objectives:

• Enable participants to evaluate investment projects.
• Develop skills in selecting the most appropriate funding sources.
• Enhance the efficiency of investment decisions.
• Support government and private projects in the UAE.

Outcomes:

• Accurate economic feasibility studies.
• Investment financing plans.
• Project analysis tools.
• Sound investment decisions.

10. Financial Governance and Transparency in Institutions
    Training Content:

• A program focusing on the role of governance in promoting transparency and financial sustainability.

Topics:

• Concept of financial governance.
• Principles of transparency and accountability.
• The role of boards of directors in governance.
• Financial disclosure standards.
• Practical applications from the UAE.

Objectives:

• Raise awareness of the importance of financial governance.
• Enable participants to apply transparency principles.
• Support financial sustainability of institutions.
• Enhance investor and public confidence.

Outcomes:

• Practical financial governance plans.
• Transparent financial disclosure reports.
• Institutions with stronger commitment to accountability.
• Increased trust of partners and investors.