THE INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA
(Established under the Accountant Act, Laws of Kenya)
IFRS/ISA Seminar -Coast Branch (Mandatory Training)
Date: 20th-21st August 2026
Time: 09.00am -3.30pm
Venue: Kilifi, TBC
(This is one of the mandatory trainings for Practicing Certificate consideration)
Overview
The global business environment continues to demand high-quality financial reporting and auditing practices that enhance transparency, accountability, and stakeholder confidence. International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) provide a globally recognized framework for the preparation and presentation of financial statements, while International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) establish the principles and procedures auditors should follow when conducting audits.
Organizations, finance professionals, auditors, and governance bodies must remain updated on evolving standards to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best international practices. This training is designed to strengthen participants’ understanding and application of IFRS and ISAs in their professional roles.
The purpose of this training is to equip participants with practical knowledge and skills on the application of IFRS and ISAs, enabling them to improve the quality of financial reporting, auditing, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
This Conference is divided into the following modules covering various aspects.
| DAY | MODULE | TOPICS |
| DAY 1
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1.Recent IFRS Updates and Developments | Overview of Current IFRS Developments
Common implementation challenges |
| 2. IFRS 18 – Presentation and Disclosure in Financial Statements
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·        Introduction to IFRS 18-Background, objectives, requirements and disclosures
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| 3. IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards (IFRS S1 and IFRS S2)
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IFRS S1 – General Requirements for Sustainability-related Financial Disclosures
IFRS S2 – Climate-related Disclosures
Sustainability Reporting in Practice
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| DAY 2 | 4. Recent Updates on International Standards on Auditing (ISAs)
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Emerging Developments in Auditing Standards
Quality Management Standards
Fraud and Going Concern
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| 5. Audit Quality Assurance (AQA) Updates, Compliance and Regulatory Updates and UDIN
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Audit Quality Framework
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Target Audience:
This workshop will be useful to Finance Managers and Accountants, Internal and External Auditors, Audit Committee Members, Compliance and Risk Officers, Finance Directors and Chief Financial Officers, Government and Public Sector Finance Personnel and Regulatory and Oversight Staff
Continuous Professional Development Units (CPD UNITS):
Members of ICPAK and those from reciprocating professional bodies will be awarded 14 Structured CPD Units upon successfully completion of the workshop.
Financial Commitment:
The workshop charges are Kes. 10,000. Charges will cater for the workshop fees, learning materials, and e-certificates of attendance.
Online Booking:
Registration: Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for the workshop is mandatory on Online Booking We call on workshop participants to note that booking is available only online at www.icpak.com and will close one day before the training session. Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for the training is mandatory.
National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) Reimbursement:
The Institute is registered as a trainer with National Industrial Training Authority. The Institute’s registration number is DIT/TRN/47. Participants who are registered levy contributors should apply to NITA for reimbursement of their fees. Please note that this is applicable for Kenyan citizens only and subject to NITA regulations. Remember that to qualify you should apply to NITA for approval prior to the date of the conference. Further details can be obtained from their website (www.nita.go.ke)
Further requests can be channeled to us via telephone calls on, +254 0732352476 , or via email to Ainan Mohamed at ainan.mohamed@icpak.com with a copy to memberservices@icpak.com.
We encourage members to regularly visit our website https://www.icpak.com for updates.