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1 learning and development 2015 Directory of qualifications, courses and conferences for the public sector For dates and info visit: CPFA Qualifications

2 message from our chief executive Welcome to CIPFA s directory of qualifications, courses and conferences. Public services in the UK and abroad continue to face unprecedented challenges. The effects of the continued global economic downturn, austerity measures in the UK and Europe and the need to transform the way public services are delivered, means that practitioners need to sharpen their skills, learn new methodologies and apply their expertise in different and innovative ways. As the only professional accountancy body exclusively for people in public finance, we understand these market challenges and are committed to providing the best training and development tools to support practitioners at all levels of public service, throughout their careers. So whether you are considering becoming a Chartered Public Finance Accountant (CPFA) or are already qualified and looking to expand your skills and capabilities, you will find what you need in this directory. Our purpose and our passion are to make sure that you and your team are equipped and trained to the highest possible standard to operate in an ever changing work environment. Our members, and the organisations that they serve, are the focus of our work but we welcome all public finance practitioners who wish to excel in their roles. We look forward to working with you in Rob Whiteman CIPFA Chief Executive

3 contents INTRODUCTION OUR LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT EXPERTISE CIPFA TRAINING HELPING TO TRANSFORM THE PUBLIC SERVICES CPFA QUALIFICATIONS TO KICK START YOUR CAREER CIPFA Professional Qualification CIPFA International Public Financial Management (IPFM) CIPFA Public Audit Qualification (PAQ) SHORT COURSES TO INSPIRE YOU Commercial skills courses Audit and assurance courses Financial management courses Financial reporting courses Governance and risk courses People and professional development courses Performance improvement and efficiency courses Property courses Public sector reform courses ACCREDITED TRAINING TO GROW YOUR SKILLS Better Business Cases Foundation Better Business Cases Practitioner Certificate in Contract Management Certificate in Corporate Governance Certificate in International Public Sector Accounting Standards (Cert IPSAS) CIPFA Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist CIPFA Accredited Counter Fraud Technician Future Leaders Academy Leadership Academy for Serving and Aspiring CFOs CONFERENCES THAT EXPLORE THE LATEST ISSUES CIPFA Annual Conference and Exhibition CIPFA Academies Conference CIPFA Annual Procurement Summit CIPFA Asset Management Planning Conference CIPFA Audit Update CIPFA Capital and Treasury Management Conference.. 74 CIPFA Central Government Technical Accounting Conferences CIPFA Governance Summit CIPFA Health and Social Care Conferences CIPFA HRA Reforms Conference CIPFA Insurance Summit CIPFA Internal Audit Conference CIPFA IT Audit Seminar CIPFA Local Government Accounting Conferences CIPFA Northern Ireland Conference CIPFA Northern Ireland Annual Executive PA Conferences CIPFA Northern Ireland Annual Governance Conference CIPFA Pensions Network Annual Conference CIPFA Police Reform: The Future CIPFA Procurement and Contract Audit Seminar CIPFA Scotland Annual Governance Seminar CIPFA Scotland Public Finance Conference CIPFA Treasury Management Network Conference MEET OUR EXPERTS OUR PRODUCTS AND SERVICES WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING INDEX Certificate in Investigative Practice PRINCE2 e-accredited Training Programme CIPFA Learning and development directory

4 To win the global race, Britain needs an exceptional civil service with strong commercial acumen. We need the best, most cost-effective public services in the world. Francis Maude MP, Minister for the Cabinet Office % of our students strongly recommend / recommend the CIPFA Professional Qualification We believe that a CIPFA qualification and membership of the Institute are a foundation of a successful and fulfilling career in public finance. CIPFA delivered over 500 programmes and courses in ,000 public finance practitioners benefited from CIPFA training in 2014 Many thanks again for coming here to deliver the workshop. I was really pleased with the way it went and how the delegates engaged with the material. They obviously got a lot from the course and enjoyed it. Pat Hallums, Finance Systems Support Team, London Borough of Tower Hamlets 4 CIPFA Learning and development directory 2015

5 80% of our students believed CIPFA membership / qualification positively helped them through their career The strength of our qualification and its reputation for quality underpin everything that we do. The perception of its worth across the sector and the world is essential to CIPFA. CIPFA s is the only qualification offered by NHS England and Scotland for their finance management scheme 17,000 members and students CIPFA exams take place in over 100 countries worldwide Over 3,300 organisations worldwide employ CIPFA members and students Training 569 UN students Over 450 CIPFA accredited employers 73% pass rate overall for our professional qualification 1 st global accountancy body to offer an IPSAS qualification Training 160 students from the Office of the Comptroller and Auditor General in Bangladesh 1,231 students registered for CIPFA IPFM qualifications CIPFA Learning and development directory

6 our learning and development expertise Our internationally recognised qualifications, training and lifelong learning solutions are considered standard-setting and industry-defining across the public services. Whether you re starting a new career in public finance, building on experience or advancing even further, we have the right training and qualifications. We run a comprehensive learning and development programme for CIPFA members, students and other professionals alongside an extensive series of conferences. Depending on time, budget and content, you have an extensive range of topics, training types and flexible delivery methods to choose from. Technical knowledge CIPFA s knowledge of public finance management, accountability and governance is second to none. The majority of our short courses are practitioner led, making them a vital source of technical information, practical tips and legislative developments, helping you to drive performance and deliver essential services within budgetary constraints. Commercial skills Across the public services, there is a drive towards different models of service provision. Organisations are entering into new partnership arrangements and joint ventures and they are sharing services and engaging with private sector contractors. Complementing our technical short courses, we offer commercial skills training. Topics range from business partnering to contract management, commissioning best practice and negotiation skills. These flexible programmes are designed to boost you and your team s confidence and commercial acumen. Go to page 20 for more details. Leadership and management skills Now more than ever, managers across the public services need the skills, knowledge and personal abilities to effectively lead and manage their teams. Our Leadership Academy for aspiring and current chief financial officers and our Future Leaders Academy for lower level managers are rooted in the public sector. Find out how they can help you and your team progress to the next level on pages 66 and 67. CIPFA s flexible in-house training programme gave us the ability to offer relevant, cost-effective and high quality CPD training across our service. The content and delivery was excellent, we would recommend CIPFA to our public sector colleagues. Sarah Rapson, Business Support Manager, Resources Directorate, Cornwall County Council 6 CIPFA Learning and development directory 2015

7 Tailored programmes to suit your needs Our accredited programmes and short courses cover a comprehensive range of topics but if you don t see the exact training your team needs in this directory then commission us to produce a totally bespoke, unique programme for you and your organisation. We can also tailor some of our existing short and accredited training courses to suit your specific needs. Delivered on-site, this service includes our courses on: Developing a Better Business Case New Models of Service Delivery and Sharing Services Service Re-Engineering Effective Service Costing and Financial Modelling Commissioning Public Services in a Commercial Environment Negotiating Outsourcing and Joint Ventures with the Private Sector Contract Management Marketing your Services Business Partnering Making the Transition Save time and money by training in-house The majority of the short and accredited training courses described in this directory can be delivered in-house, at your location, saving you valuable time and money. The training is cost-effective and offers true and measurable returns on investment by changing behaviours in the workplace. Look for the in-house symbol, as shown here. To find out more about how CIPFA can support your organisation s learning development needs, contact the training team on +44 (0) CIPFA Learning and development directory

8 CIPFA training Helping to transform the public services Recognised for our unique, unbeatable expertise and in-depth sector knowledge, CIPFA is helping to deliver real change across all areas of public service. The number one choice for the health sector The CIPFA Professional Qualification is now the preferred choice of professional qualification for all finance graduates on the NHS Leadership Academy (England) and NHS Scotland Graduate Programmes. With a proven track record for producing top calibre, future leaders we can deliver a blend of classroom, face-to-face and online learning for the NHS Graduate Scheme participants. This will give them the first-class skills and knowledge they need to tackle the enormous demographic and budget pressures faced by the NHS. The CIPFA Professional Qualification is also now the preferred choice for graduates on the core Healthcare Financial Management Association s (HFMA) regional Graduate Programmes. For more information, visit Nurturing talent through apprenticeships In 2014, we launched our Finance Apprenticeship Scheme, an innovative training programme for young people. It enables employers to cultivate new talent within their organisations while the apprentices gain invaluable on-the-job experience as they study for their professional accountancy qualification. CIPFA manages all recruitment, selection, HR and payroll matters, leaving employers to focus on growing the next generation of public finance managers. For more information, visit I realise now how much I have gained and learned from completing the Future Leader s Academy programme. Having to compile the portfolio was a really good way to embed learning too. Christine Golding, Chief Accountant (Financial Services), Essex County Council 8 CIPFA Learning and development directory 2015

9 Best practice initiative for academies With the increasing expansion and maturity of the academies sector, good governance and financial stewardship is more important than ever. In 2014, we launched a one-stop-shop resource for governing bodies and finance officers working in academies. Known as the Academies Hub and delivered via the CIPFA website, it brings together all the guidance, support and training academies need to tackle the financial management, business and governance issues they face. The information provided by the Hub will help ensure that academies are financially accountable and sustainable and that they remain well-managed and financially viable. For more information, visit Creating a counter fraud profession Public services fraud currently costs the taxpayer an estimated 21bn a year. Protecting the public purse through the prevention, detection and recovery of fraud is a constant and ever growing challenge. To lead and co-ordinate the fight against fraud and corruption across the public services, we launched the CIPFA Counter Fraud Centre (CCFC) in 2014 and have developed two new specialist qualifications the CIPFA Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist (CACFS) and the CIPFA Accredited Counter Fraud Technician (CACFT). The qualifications focus on economic crime and are accredited by the University of Portsmouth s Counter Fraud Professional Accreditation Board. They demonstrate our commitment to strengthening the public services capacity for combatting fraud and corruption at all levels. For more information, go to pages 64 and 65 and visit The public sector has to adapt fast to changes in the external environment, a background in public finance can give you the skills you need to carve out an interesting and varied career. Yakimi Carson CPFA, Director, Planning, Information and Performance, Arts Council England, UK CIPFA Learning and development directory

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11 CPFA qualifications to kick start your career A career in public financial management gives you the chance to play a central part in changing lives. You will help ensure that public money is raised and spent with the highest degree of openness, and that the design and delivery of services meets the needs of individuals and society in a cost-effective way. As the only accountancy body in the world specialising in the public services, we offer three internationally recognised qualifications that enable you to use the Chartered Public Finance Accountant (CPFA) designation, including our benchmark Professional Qualification. Each one goes beyond technical accounting skills to include business, strategy and leadership, making them globally renowned by governments, donors, students and public finance professionals. CIPFA Professional Qualification CIPFA Public Audit Qualification (PAQ) CIPFA International Public Financial Management (IPFM) qualification CIPFA is a founder member of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC), and a member of the UK Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies (CCAB).

12 For dates and info visit: CPFA Qualifications CIPFA Professional Qualification Our Professional Qualification is the global gold standard accountancy qualification. It is designed for public finance practitioners starting out in their careers, as well as those already working in leadership positions worldwide, enabling them to gain CPFA status (Chartered Public Finance Accountant) and become a CIPFA member. The CIPFA Professional Qualification goes beyond technical accounting skills to include business, strategy and leadership, making it globally renowned. On completion, you will have the skills to effectively lead and contribute towards macro decisions. You ll also have the knowledge and insight to perform as an all round strategic business partner. Course structure and content The CIPFA Professional Qualification has three stages with twelve modules. It is assessed through exams and a programme of relevant workplace experience. You can enter the qualification at various points depending on your existing skills and qualifications. The three stages: 1. Professional Certificate the fundamentals of accounting, financial reporting and auditing and an introduction to the key role that finance professionals play in enabling business decisions. 2. Professional Diploma the knowledge and commercial skills needed by finance professionals to be effective business partners and innovators, covering a wide range of disciplines. 3. Strategic level the leadership role of finance professionals in relation to public service strategy and financial management, emphasising the range of approaches to public services integration and collaboration. Who is the qualification aimed at? It is suitable for those with a range of qualifications, from graduates, AAT qualifieds, part and fully qualified accountants and mature entrants. Course duration You can qualify in as little as six months if you are already ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, ICAS or ICAI qualified. If you are not qualified, it typically takes two to three years to complete. Study methods Our courses are designed so that you can complete them using the method that best suits you. You can choose from: classroom-based learning online learning distance learning. When can I enrol? There are various enrolment options, dependent on your method of study. The key dates are February and August. Price Dependent on study method costs range from 3,303 to 14, CIPFA Learning and development directory 2015

13 STRATEGIC LEVEL Leader PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMA Enabler and Innovator Business Partner PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE Steward EXEMPTIONS AAT Level 4 Members Exempt from (subject to conditions) FULL CHARTERED PUBLIC FINANCE ACCOUNTANT (CPFA) MEMBERSHIP Strategic Public Finance Sources of public finance Service integration strategies Finance leadership Performance evaluation Business cases Public Service Financial Reporting Financial reporting frameworks Public services financial statements Consolidated accounts Interpreting financial statements Taxation Corporation Tax VAT Income taxes Local taxation Corporate Governance and Law Corporate governance UK legal systems Business law Public administration law Financial Accounting Professional ethics Accounting concepts Double-entry bookkeeping Introductory financial statements Management Accounting Management information Costing methods Costing applications Budgeting ASSOCIATE MEMBER AFFILIATE MEMBER Qualified Accountants Need to take just two modules Strategic Case Study Critical evaluation Decision making Integration Leadership Professional judgment Business and Change Management Commissioning Contract management Project management Change implementation Strategy and Policy Development Stakeholder engagement Competitive advantage Collaboration strategies Organisational configuration Financial Management Sources of finance Treasury management Capital project appraisal Working capital management Company Financial Reporting IFRS application Financial statements preparation Group accounts Interpreting financial statements Audit and Assurance Risk assessment Audit testing Audit evidence External and internal audit IIA Members Only need to take three modules For more information including syllabus, study support, costs and the answers to frequently asked questions visit or contact one of our Student Advisors to discuss your circumstances and requirements: T: +44 (0) E: students@cipfa.org PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS For dates and info visit: CPFA Qualifications CIPFA Learning and development directory

14 For dates and info visit: CPFA Qualifications CIPFA International Public Financial Management (IPFM) The CIPFA International Public Financial Management (IPFM) suite of qualifications focuses on the wide range of commercial skills needed by public finance practitioners. Completion of the IPFM qualifications leads to Chartered Public Finance Accountant (CPFA) status and demonstrates your global finance skills across both public service and private sector roles. Course structure and content The CIPFA International Public Financial Management (IPFM) suite consists of four qualifications: Certificate in International Public Financial Management (Cert IPFM) 2 modules* An introduction to the fundamentals of PFM, financial accounting and management accounting and provides skills to prepare accounting records according to international standards. Diploma in International Public Financial Management (Dip IPFM) 4 modules* Learning is focused on audit and assurance, public sector financial reporting, managing finance and managing organisations in a public sector context and the skills acquired are valued in organisational settings. Advanced Diploma in International Public Financial Management (Adv Dip IPFM) 4 modules* Explores what governance means for a public sector organisation, how it relates to public policy, and drives PFM, where government gets its money from, and ways in which strategy in the public sector differs from the private sector. Professional Qualification in International Public Financial Management (PQ IPFM) 2 modules* This stage is based on testing the knowledge and skills gained up to this point, focused on the application and understanding of knowledge gained. *Each module is assessed by a written exam in June and December. Who are the qualifications aimed at? The CIPFA global suite of qualifications is ideal for: people who want work in or currently work in public sector finance to gain relevant skills and knowledge, as well as global recognition as a Chartered Public Finance Accountant qualified accountants wanting to also gain a dedicated public services qualification anyone wanting to be a future leader in global public financial management. Approximate Course duration Certificate in IPFM: 6 months Diploma in IPFM: 12 months Advanced Diploma in IPFM: 12 months Professional Qualification in IPFM: 6 months Exemptions are available if you have studied finance and accountancy previously, making the course shorter. Study methods Our courses are designed so that you can complete them using the method that best suits you. You can choose from: classroom-based learning with one of our global accredited training partners online learning though our partners Kaplan. 14 CIPFA Learning and development directory 2015

15 When can I enrol? You must enrol by 7 February 2015 (to sit exams in June), 1 August 2015 (to sit exams in December) and by February 2016 (to sit exams in June 2016). Price Dependent on study method costs range from 3,303 to 14,573 STRATEGIC LEVEL (PQ IPFM) ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT (Adv Dip IPFM) DIPLOMA IN INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT (Dip IPFM) CERTIFICATE IN INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT (Cert IPFM) CPFA MEMBERSHIP QUALIFIED ACCOUNTANT Strategic financial management Strategic leadership ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP Governance, public policy and ethics Public finance Financial reporting Business strategy AFFILIATE MEMBERSHIP Public sector financial reporting Audit and assurance Managing organisations Managing finance Financial accounting Management accounting ENTRY POINT Students may begin study at any of the entry points as long as they have the relevant requirements for entry For more information visit: customerliasion@cipfa.org or call: +44 (0) ENTRY POINT ENTRY POINT PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE PORTFOLIO For dates and info visit: CPFA Qualifications CIPFA Learning and development directory

16 For dates and info visit: CPFA Qualifications CIPFA Public Audit Qualification (PAQ) The CIPFA Public Audit Qualification (PAQ) is a route to CIPFA membership (CPFA) with distinct public audit training. Completion of the qualification will demonstrate that you have achieved the dedicated skills, knowledge and supervised public audit experience, as required by the Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014 (LAAA 2014). Course structure and content Due to significant differences between company audit and public sector audit the LAAA 2014 recognises that individuals need specialist training from a recognised qualifying body (RQB) specifically in public sector audit. As the experts in public sector finance, CIPFA was granted RQB status by the Financial Reporting Council. This means that, as a professional body, we can award the appropriate public audit qualification to individuals that have met both the examination and practical training requirements, as set out in the LAAA You will need to pass 13 modules assessed by examinations and gain work experience with an accredited CIPFA Audit Training Employer (CATE) although exemptions are available for modules due to past qualifications including AAT, CAAB and finance and accountancy degrees. Who is the qualification aimed at? anyone aspiring to create a successful career in audit people currently undertaking public sector audit in firms people currently working in public sector finance who want to be recognised as a specialist in public sector audit. Course duration The whole course takes on average 3 years to complete but depending on exemptions and pace of study it could take as little as 1 year. According to regulations the qualification must be completed within 6 years. Study methods Our learning options are flexible to your needs. You can choose from: classroom-based learning with the CIPFA Education and Training Centre (CETC) online learning with Kaplan Financial. When can I enrol? There are various enrolment options, dependent on your method of study but the key dates are January and July. Price Dependent on study method contact us for further information. 16 CIPFA Learning and development directory 2015

17 STRATEGIC LEVEL Leader PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMA Enabler and Innovator Business Partner PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE Steward FULL CHARTERED PUBLIC FINANCE ACCOUNTANT (CPFA) MEMBERSHIP Advanced Public Audit Regulatory frameworks Local audit Public audit reporting Value for money audit Other public audit assignments Strategic Public Finance Sources of public finance Service integration strategies Public Service Financial Reporting Financial reporting frameworks Public services financial statements Consolidated accounts Interpreting financial statements Taxation Corporation Tax VAT Income taxes Local taxation Corporate Governance and Law Corporate governance UK legal systems Business law Public administration law Financial Accounting Professional ethics Accounting concepts Double-entry bookkeeping Introductory financial statements Management Accounting Management information Costing methods Costing applications Budgeting ASSOCIATE MEMBER AFFILIATE MEMBER Finance leadership Performance evaluation Business cases Strategic Case Study Critical evaluation Decision making Integration Leadership Professional judgment Business and Change Management Commissioning Contract management Project management Change implementation Strategy and Policy Development Stakeholder engagement Competitive advantage Collaboration strategies Organisational configuration Financial Management Sources of finance Treasury management Capital project appraisal Working capital management Company Financial Reporting IFRS application Financial statements preparation Group accounts Interpreting financial statements Audit and Assurance Risk assessment Audit testing Audit evidence External and internal audit For more information visit: or call: +44 (0) PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS For dates and info visit: CPFA Qualifications CIPFA Learning and development directory

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19 short courses to inspire you As the champions of exemplary performance across the public services, we have translated our experience and insight into a comprehensive range of short courses to help you hone your skills and deal effectively with the changes ahead. Covering commercial skills, audit and assurance, financial management, financial reporting, governance and risk, people and professional development, performance improvement and efficiency, property and public sector reform, each one explores a specialist area in depth, giving you all the knowledge you will need. They also carry continuing professional development (CPD) hours. You will find a series of icons next to each course. When highlighted, this means: Network event run by one of CIPFA s Networks, if your organisation is a CIPFA Network member, you may be entitled to discounted or pre paid places In-house the event can be delivered at your location Open course the event is an open course, run by CIPFA at one or more locations on one or more dates Webinar or E-learning available online so can be undertaken at a time and location convenient to you The courses listed here are just a flavour of our full offering, visit to find all our event dates and location details and to book your place. Alternatively, phone us on +44 (0) All events listed here are one day unless otherwise stated.

20 For dates and info visit: Short Courses commercial skills Business Partnering Making the Transition Business Writing Skills Contract Management Creating a Successful Shared Service Effective Service Costing and Financial Modelling Getting your Commissioning Process Right Negotiating Skills How to get the Best Deal in a Challenging Financial Environment Business Partnering Making the Transition This event is aimed at finance managers and other finance professionals who are required to work in partnership with senior management to help them achieve organisational goals. You will learn how to overcome the barriers to making the transition to business partnering and about the skills and behaviour associated with being a business partner. You will also gain the confidence to plan a strategy for working effectively as a business partner within your organisation. Price 295 +VAT CPD Hours 7 20 CIPFA Learning and development directory 2015

21 Business Writing Skills This course gives you the complete toolkit to write confident and effective business communications. It includes practical exercises on planning and structuring your writing, how to choose the best way to get content across and utilising correct punctuation and grammar. Price Contact us for a quote CPD Hours 7 Contract Management If you are responsible for managing contracts with external providers, this event will bring you up-to-date on the essentials of good contract management and the critical success factors. An emphasis on contract management can help to drive out costs and maintain front line services. You will explore and learn how to apply a range of techniques and frameworks for monitoring contracts and gain insight into which aspects of a contract can or should be renegotiated. Price 295 +VAT CPD Hours 7 Creating a Successful Shared Service If you plan, negotiate and deliver a shared service for a public sector or not for profit organisation, this three day event will give you a unique insight into how this can be achieved and assessed. You will learn about the key principles of shared services and the importance of assessing the validity of a shared services approach for your organisation. You will be given a choice of toolkits and gain the knowledge needed to prepare a business case for a shared services proposal. On completion you will receive a recognised shared services practitioner qualification, which will include access to the Shared Services Architects knowledge bank. Price CPD Hours 750 +VAT (three days) // 300 +VAT (individual days) 21 (three days) // 7 (individual days) For dates and info visit: Short Courses CIPFA Learning and development directory

22 For dates and info visit: Short Courses Effective Service Costing and Financial Modelling If you are a manager who is looking to improve the budgetary performance of your organisation, this event will explore the costing techniques you can use to make the best use of public resources. You will examine the costs of services and how to employ new financial modelling techniques to implement savings and efficiencies. You will learn how to recognise the difference between fixed, variable and semi-fixed costs and between direct and indirect costs. The event will also help you to identify cost drivers, understand how costing information can be used in the budgeting process, and how to analyse pricing strategies and revenue forecasts. Price 295 +VAT CPD Hours 7 Getting your Commissioning Process Right This event is ideal if you are involved in procurement, commissioning and tendering, particularly if you are responsible for developing a business case and or specification. Austere budgets, increasing demand and uncertainty over future revenues mean that public sector organisations must buy the right services. You will learn about each stage of the pre-procurement phase and how to define and set out the final stage of the procurement. You will also learn how to determine what to buy, how much you want to spend and who can deliver the services you need. Price 345 +VAT CPD Hours 4.5 Negotiating Skills How to get the Best Deal in a Challenging Financial Environment If you work in the public/not for profit sector and have a responsibility for negotiating contracts, particularly with the private sector, this event will give you the practical tips, tools and strategies you need to achieve the best deal for your organisation. Using tailored exercises and case studies, it will help you to identify your natural negotiation preferences and strengths and to handle complex, multi-level negotiations. You will also learn about the psychological dynamics of various negotiation tactics and how to work with greater productivity and efficiency in negotiation teams. Price 295 +VAT CPD Hours 7 22 CIPFA Learning and development directory 2015

23 audit and assurance Audit Committee Workshop Police Audit Committees Professional Standards Audit Workshop Treasury Management and Pensions Developing Internal Audit Knowledge and Skills Audit Committee Workshop If you are an audit committee member in a public service organisation or work closely with the audit committee, this event will give you an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a committee member, what best practice looks like and the contribution the audit committee can make to good governance. You will learn about key topics including audit, governance and risk management and will hear about the developments that are impacting on the work of the audit committee. Price 345 +VAT CPD Hours 7 For dates and info visit: Short Courses CIPFA Learning and development directory

24 For dates and info visit: Short Courses Police Audit Committees This event is aimed at police audit committee members and those working with the committee. It will cover the current developments in policing, governance and risk relevant to your role, helping you to more effectively focus the work of the audit committee on key areas of risk. Price 345 +VAT CPD Hours 7 Professional Standards Audit Workshop This event is designed for internal auditors working under the Public Sector Internal Audit Standards. It will give you the opportunity to review aspects of the professional standards and consider their application in the current environment. Highlighting the challenges and drawing on case studies, it will equip you with the skills needed to plan, manage and deliver internal audit in accordance with the Public Sector Internal Audit Standards. Price 345 +VAT CPD Hours 7 Treasury Management and Pensions Developing Internal Audit Knowledge and Skills Aimed at those who audit treasury and pensions in public service organisations, this event is a technical update on recent developments, governance changes and the risks that impact the provision of treasury management and pensions. It will give you the confidence to effectively plan and undertake audits on these two important areas of risk and give you the knowledge needed to provide assurance to audit and pensions committees. Price 345 +VAT CPD Hours 7 24 CIPFA Learning and development directory 2015

25 financial management Debt Management Masterclass Introduction to Education and Children s Social Care Finance Introduction to Treasury Management Investment Masterclass Risk Management Workshop Setting your Investment Strategy VAT in Local Authorities Managing Risk and Cost Through Knowledge and Awareness Debt Management Masterclass If you manage debt portfolios at a local authority, work as a corporate or capital accountant or are interested in brushing up on best practice, this event will help you make the right debt management decisions. You will explore key topical issues including internal vs. external borrowing, risk management, borrowing from the Public Works Loan Board (PWLB), the merits and implications of alternative financing and the global economic outlook. You will also gain an understanding of the latest trends and issues identified by CIPFA s Treasury Management Networks National Risk Study. Price 345 +VAT CPD Hours 6 For dates and info visit: Short Courses CIPFA Learning and development directory

26 For dates and info visit: Short Courses Introduction to Education and Children s Social Care Finance If you are new to children s services finance and work in local government, this event offers an invaluable overview. You will learn about education finance and children s social care finance and gain an understanding and awareness of the history, current context and principal challenges across children s services. Price 295 +VAT CPD Hours 5 Introduction to Treasury Management This jargon-free event is ideal if you are new to treasury management or would like to refresh your skills. It covers the key areas impacting on the treasury function in local government, police and fire authorities. You will learn about the basic tools of treasury management, the importance of the treasury management strategy, economic fundamentals and CIPFA s role in treasury management within the public sector. Price 345 +VAT CPD Hours 6 Investment Masterclass If you are a treasury practitioner or involved in managing your organisation s investments, you will know that the current economic climate means effective investment management has never been more important. This event will give you the opportunity to examine economic essentials, the Public Sector Investment Framework, the issues inherent in managing an investment portfolio, types of investment risk and the role of money market funds skills. Price 345 +VAT CPD Hours 6 26 CIPFA Learning and development directory 2015

27 Risk Management Workshop If you are a treasury practitioner or involved in managing and monitoring your organisation s financial risks, this event will give you a fresh take on some familiar risks. Featuring CIPFA s Risk Roadmap and new speakers including a corporate treasurer, you will examine Lobo risk management solutions and the importance of actively managing risk. You will gain an insight into housing debt management and general fund issues as well as the sometimes overlooked inflation risk. Price 345 +VAT CPD Hours 6 Setting your Investment Strategy If you are a treasury practitioner or involved in managing and monitoring your organisation s financial risks, this event will help you to formulate direction as you set next year s treasury strategy. Against the backdrop of the CSR13 announcements and the Autumn Statement, you will cover the core information that will be scrutinised by the elected members. You will also assess market trends, learn how to use CIPFA s Treasury Risk Management toolkit, explore the practicalities of corporate bonds and examine CIPFA s derivative guidance. Speakers will include a local government practitioner who will share their alternative approach to investment strategy and risk management. Price 345 +VAT CPD Hours 6 VAT in Local Authorities Managing Risk and Cost Through Knowledge and Awareness CIPFA has worked with our partners at Deloitte to create a unique suite of e-learning modules on VAT in local authorities. If you or your team make decisions affecting VAT, the topics covered include an introduction to VAT issues, the recovery of VAT on expenditure, errors and penalties, partial exemption and land and property. Using leading edge instructional design techniques, the modules are accessed directly from Deloitte s online portal on demand. Pricing for annual access starts at around 60 per package per user and there are a number of packages available to suit the needs of different staff. Price Visit website for package prices CPD Hours Up to 4.5 For dates and info visit: Short Courses CIPFA Learning and development directory

28 For dates and info visit: Short Courses financial reporting Accounting, Governance and Assurance in Academies Audit and Accounting Update Completing the NNDR 3, 2014/ Developments in Education Finance Developments in Police Finance Introduction to Local Authority Accounting and Closedown Step by Step Introduction to Local Authority Capital Accounting Step by Step IPSAS Overview Accounting, Governance and Assurance in Academies Local Authority Capital Accounting Whole of Government Accounts: Practical Guide to Submitting Your Data English Local Authority Training 2014/ This event is aimed at local authority accountants and academy finance officers who are involved in the preparation of academy financial returns and assurance matters. You will explore the key elements of the annual accounts, best practice and the governance and assurance requirements. You will also gain an insight into the policies, approaches and practices required in financial reporting in academies. This will include the move to accounting under FRS102 for the year end accounts. Price 295 +VAT CPD Hours 5 28 CIPFA Learning and development directory 2015

29 Audit and Accounting Update If you are a pensions officer or manager, a pension fund accountant or an investment officer, this event will bring you up-to-date on the latest accounting requirements. Working closely with CIPFA s revised Example Pension Fund Accounts publication, you will examine how current changes impact on pensions accounts. You will also review the 2012/13 Pension Fund Accounts to highlight best practice and to identify areas where further clarification may be needed. Price 345 +VAT CPD Hours 6 Completing the NNDR 3, 2014/15 This event is aimed at revenue practitioners and local authority accountants who are involved in the completion of the NNDR 3 form. You will be guided through completing the new 2014/15 form and will explore the accounting requirements related to it. There is also the opportunity to consider issues identified in completing the 2013/14 forms and how these can be addressed for 2014/15. Price 345 +VAT CPD Hours 7 Developments in Education Finance This event is aimed at local government practitioners who are involved in education finance. It will provide you with an update on various education finance issues and will raise your awareness of the current requirements and the impact of government announcements on finance and operations. Price 295 +VAT CPD Hours 5 For dates and info visit: Short Courses CIPFA Learning and development directory

30 For dates and info visit: Short Courses Developments in Police Finance Aimed at chief finance officers of PCCs, chief constables, heads of finance and finance staff, this event offers you an invaluable update on strategic finance issues. You will explore the latest developments in police finance from the Home Office and CIPFA and the latest accounting developments, taking a close look at their implications for PCCs and chief constables accounts. Price 345 +VAT CPD Hours 4.5 Introduction to Local Authority Accounting and Closedown Step by Step This event is aimed at local authority accountants who are new to working in local government or who have recently become involved in accounts production. It will also be of interest to practitioners interested in refreshing their knowledge. You will gain a solid understanding of local authority accounting and closedown and will examine the CIPFA Code of Practice on Local Authority Accounting. You will also have the opportunity to familiarise yourself with the technical jargon and acronyms commonly used across the sector. Price 295 +VAT CPD Hours 7 Introduction to Local Authority Capital Accounting Step by Step This event is aimed at local authority practitioners who are new to the local authority capital planning and accounting agenda or who would like to refresh their knowledge. It will give you the understanding needed to effectively manage an organisation s capital planning, financing and accounting arrangements. You will explore the key principles of local authority capital accounting and closedown, CIPFA s Code of Practice and other guidance on capital spending as well as capital accounting concepts and approaches. Price 295 +VAT CPD Hours 7 30 CIPFA Learning and development directory 2015

31 IPSAS Overview This e-learning course is aimed at practitioners and auditors who deal with financial reporting and accounting. It is also ideal for finance staff at all levels who are involved in the preparation of financial statements and for managers who have a responsibility for or a need to understand financial statements. It will help you to adopt and implement the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), focusing on how to differentiate between IFRS and International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS). Price 50 +VAT CPD Hours 1.5 Local Authority Capital Accounting This event is aimed at local authority accountants looking to advance their understanding of the Code of Practice requirements for capital accounting. You will explore in detail the key concepts in accounting for capital expenditure, financing and assets. To inform your decision-making and help you to deliver more accurate budgets and reduce costs, the event will also give you a greater understanding of the consequences of capital financing decisions. Price 345 +VAT CPD Hours 7 Whole of Government Accounts: Practical Guide to Submitting Your Data English Local Authority Training 2014/15 This event is aimed at local authority accountants in England who are involved in the preparation or submission of the 2014/15 Whole of Government Accounts (WGA) Data Collection Tool (DCT). Run in partnership with HM Treasury, you will examine the key messages and issues arising from the latest WGA data. You will explore the reporting requirements for the 2014/15 WGA DCT and have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss practical issues directly with HM Treasury staff involved in the design of the DCT. Full-day sessions will be offered to those who are new to WGA, while those needing an update on this year s changes are invited to attend the half-day events. Price CPD Hours Beginners (full day) 345 +VAT \\ Update sessions (half day) 175 +VAT 5.5 (full day) \\ 3 (half day) For dates and info visit: Short Courses CIPFA Learning and development directory

32 For dates and info visit: Short Courses governance and risk Best Practice in Procuring Public Sector Insurance Contracts Emerging Insurance Issues and Legal Update Essentials of Pensions and Treasury Management Good Governance in the Public Service Governance and Risk Issues Arising from the Implementation of the Better Care Fund Governance Framework for Local Government Implementing the Code of Practice on Managing the Risk of Fraud and Corruption Best Practice in Procuring Public Sector Insurance Contracts Introduction to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) Managing Information Risk and the Role of the Senior Information Risk Owner Pensions Governance Workshop Procurement Fraud Masterclass What s New in Fraud This event is aimed at insurance and risk managers and finance managers responsible for insurance. It is an overview of the new procurement rules that will apply to insurance tendering. You will learn how to achieve the best outcome from your insurance tender, how to select appropriate criteria and how to make best use of an insurance broker. You will explore insurance clauses in contracts and the principles of maintaining a sensible commercial judgement when it comes to an indemnity limits contract. Insurance specification and monitoring contracts with service providers will also be covered, together with the importance of collaboration and other ways of achieving cost savings. Price 345 +VAT CPD Hours 4 32 CIPFA Learning and development directory 2015