Understanding Derivatives and Hedge Accounting: A Simplified Guide for CPAs
This course provides CPAs with a comprehensive understanding of derivatives and hedging in financial management. Participants will explore the fundamentals of derivatives, their strategic role in risk management, and the differences between hedge accounting and traditional accounting methods. The course specifically covers fair value, cash flow, and net investment hedges, and discusses their practical applications. This course also addresses hedge accounting, including designation, documentation, and effectiveness testing.

Course Publication Date: August 07, 2024

This course is available with NO ADDITIONAL FEE if you have an active self study membership or all access membership or can be purchased for $20.00!

Author:Kelen Camehl
Course No:ACT-DERIHEDGE-27004
Recommended CPE:2.00
Delivery Method:QAS Self Study
Level of Knowledge:Basic
Prerequisites:None
Advanced Preparation:None
Recommended Field of Study:Accounting
  
Learning Objectives
  • Identify derivatives' strategic role in financial risk management.
  • Recognize differences between hedge accounting and traditional methods.
  • Distinguish fair value, cash flow, and net investment hedges in practice.
  • Determine key steps in hedge accounting: designation, documentation, and effectiveness testing.
  • Differentiate how fair value, cash flow, and net investment hedges mitigate financial risks.

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