Completed from United Kingdom
I found the programme both engaging and practical. My main learning goal was to understand the impact of IFRS 17 on profit‑and‑loss statements, and the lessons on contract boundary analysis gave me exactly that. The interactive workshops, especially the one where we built a simplified actuarial model in Excel, were hugely beneficial – I’m now able to explain the new measurement approach to senior management with confidence. The course packs were clear and the video recordings were a nice touch for revision. All in all, a solid learning experience that has already started to pay off at work.
The Advanced program on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS 17) exceeded my expectations. The curriculum was tightly aligned with my goal to lead our insurance finance team through the new reporting requirements. I especially appreciated the deep‑dive module on cash flow modelling, which gave me a ready‑to‑use template for projecting future liabilities. The case studies based on real‑world insurers helped me translate theory into actionable strategies, and the downloadable reference guide is now a daily tool in our office. Overall, the course delivery was professional, the materials were up‑to‑date, and I feel fully equipped to drive IFRS 17 implementation at my company.
Wow! This course was a game‑changer for my career. I wanted to master the nuances of IFRS 17 so I could lead the transition for my insurance firm in Mumbai. The instructors broke down complex concepts like the Contractual Service Margin into bite‑size examples, and the hands‑on lab where we reconciled cash flows against the new standard was eye‑opening. I walked away with a ready‑to‑implement checklist and a set of PowerPoint templates that my team is already using. The content was current, the resources were top‑notch, and the community forum let me network with peers worldwide. Highly recommended for anyone serious about financial reporting.
The course was detailed and very relevant to the challenges we face in South Africa's insurance sector. My objective was to gain practical skills to assess the impact of IFRS 17 on our balance sheet, and the module on risk adjustment calculations gave me exactly that. I especially liked the step‑by‑step walkthrough of the BIFM (Building Block Approach) using real data sets – I could immediately apply the methodology to our own portfolio. The study materials were comprehensive, and the instructor’s feedback on assignments was prompt and insightful. It was a rewarding learning journey that has already improved our reporting processes.
