Completed from United Kingdom
I signed up for the IFRS 17 course because I needed a solid grounding before my new role at a UK insurer. The content was spot‑on – from the basics of the General Measurement Model to the practicalities of transition disclosures. The hands‑on workshops, especially the one where we prepared a mock financial statement using the new standard, were incredibly useful. The reading pack was clear and packed with current examples from the European market, which made the theory feel relevant. All in all, a very worthwhile course that helped me hit the ground running, even if I wish there were a few more live Q&A sessions.
The International Financial Reporting Standard 17 course at Stanmore School of Business perfectly aligned with my goal of mastering insurance contract accounting. The modules on the measurement models and contract boundaries gave me the confidence to restructure our firm’s reporting framework. I especially appreciated the Excel‑based case study where we built a discounted cash flow model for a life‑insurance portfolio – a skill I’ve already applied in my day‑to‑day work. The course materials are up‑to‑date, concise, and include real‑world IFRS 17 implementation guides from leading firms. Overall, the learning experience was highly professional and exceeded my expectations; I feel fully prepared for the upcoming audit.
Wow! This IFRS 17 course blew me away with its depth and energy. I wanted to understand how to value insurance contracts under the new standard, and the instructors broke down complex concepts like the Contractual Service Margin into bite‑size, relatable examples. The interactive simulations, where we adjusted discount rates and saw the impact on profit emergence, were a game‑changer for my confidence. The study material included up‑to‑date Indian regulatory notes, which made it super relevant. I’m now able to lead IFRS 17 implementation meetings at my company and feel genuinely excited about applying what I learned.
The IFRS 17 program at Stanmore was exceptionally detailed, which suited my analytical mindset. It covered everything from the definition of an insurance contract to the intricacies of the Premium Allocation Approach, and each chapter was supported by comprehensive slide decks and reference documents from the IASB. A standout was the capstone project where we prepared a full IFRS 17 transition plan for a South African insurer, complete with journal entries and reconciliation tables. This practical exercise gave me tangible skills I can showcase to my employer. The only downside was the heavy reading load, but the quality and relevance of the materials made it worthwhile.
