2026-27 Update: CFO Issues
Stay ahead of the issues shaping the CFO agenda for 2026 and 2027, from global economic and political uncertainty to IFRS developments, AI and effective governance
£150 +VAT
2026-27 Update: CFO Issues
£150 +VAT
365 days’ access
2026-27 Update: CFO Issues
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This course will enable you to
- Consider the headline political, economic, social and technological factors that could impact on a business
- Be aware of key IFRS updates, including IFRS 20, potential changes in risk mitigation accounting and developments in sustainability reporting
- Use AI for communications and evaluate your success, whilst taking into account important ethical standards
- Build resilience to risk, with governance framework that drives ethical, competitive, entrepreneurial and flexible behaviour
About the course
Successful leaders need to monitor current and emerging challenges affecting both the finance function and the wider organisation, so that the business can respond effectively. With the global economic and political environment marked by uncertainty, volatility and rapid technological change, CFOs need a clear view of the risks and opportunities ahead. This course brings together some of the key issues likely to shape 2026 and 2027.
We begin with a short-term global PEST analysis, exploring political, economic, social and technological developments and their potential impact on organisations. The course then examines key IFRS developments, including IFRS 20, proposed changes to risk mitigation accounting and developments in sustainability reporting. You’ll also explore the practical use of AI in communication, including ethical considerations and methods for evaluating its effectiveness.
Finally, we consider how strong governance can help organisations remain ethical, competitive, entrepreneurial and resilient in a fast-changing environment. You’ll come away better equipped to understand the external pressures facing your organisation, keep pace with important reporting developments and support sound, responsible decision-making.
Contents
Module 1: Global Trends and PEST Analysis for 2026-27
Explore the political, economic, social and technological factors shaping the global business environment in 2026-27. Use PEST analysis to understand economic forecasts, financial market developments, political uncertainty, social trends and the impact of rapidly evolving AI technologies on organisations and their strategic decisions.
Module 2: IFRS Updates and Financial Reporting Developments
Stay informed about important IFRS developments, including IFRS 20 on rate-regulated activities, the exposure draft on risk mitigation accounting and developments in sustainability and nature-related disclosures. Explore the IASB’s current workplan and potential future projects covering operating segments, pollutant-pricing mechanisms, hyperinflationary accounting and cryptocurrencies.
Module 3: Using AI for Effective Communication and Continuous Improvement
Explore how AI can support workplace communications and how to integrate generative AI tools effectively. Learn about a six-step approach to AI adoption, ethical responsibilities and organisational guidelines for AI use, alongside methods for evaluating communication outcomes and continuously improving your approach.
Module 4: Corporate Governance, Ethics and Organisational Resilience
Understand how effective corporate governance helps organisations manage risk, maintain ethical standards and remain resilient in a changing business environment. Explore the importance of integrity, leadership and tone at the top, the risks of dysfunctional workplace cultures, and the controls needed to support responsible decision-making.
Author
AccountingCPD
This course has been written by the AccountingCPD author team.
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