US public companies will have to follow International Financial Reporting Standards as of January 1, 2011. Weygandt’s Financial Accounting: IFRS introduces challenging accounting concepts with examples that are familiar to the student while incorporating the new global accounting standards. Following the reputation for accuracy, comprehensiveness, and currency, Weygandt guides students through financial accounting and the period of transition for IFRS readiness. The text prepares student for the requirements they will follow in the coming years.
Essential knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards for students of global accounting This important work provides the tools global accounting students need to understand international financial reporting standards (IFRS) and how they are applied in practice. This text emphasizes fair value, proper accounting for financial instruments, and new developments in international accounting. By presenting IFRS in light of current accounting practice, this book helps students gain practical knowledge of the topic that they can apply as they advance into their global accounting careers. With this revised and updated Fourth Edition, students will develop a firm conceptual understanding of IFRS, as well as the ability to integrate their learning through practical exercises. Throughout this text, Global Accounting Insights highlight the important differences that remain between IFRS and U.S. GAAP, discussing the ongoing joint convergence efforts to resolve them. Comprehensive, up-to-date, and accurate, Intermediate Accounting IFRS includes proven pedagogical tools designed to help students learn more effectively. Comprehensively covers the latest International Financial Reporting Standards and how they are applied in practice Takes a comparative approach to help students understand the differences between IFRS, U.S. GAAP, and other important standards Emphasizes practical application of knowledge with end-of-chapter Review and Practice sections Provides authoritative references and citations to ensure content reliability and provide opportunities for further study Includes access to video walkthroughs, interactive content, and digital resources to support student engagement and ensure positive learning outcomes As IFRS gains broad acceptance around the world, students of global accounting will need to be intimately familiar with these standards, and prepared to keep up with the rapid changes in the international environment. Intermediate Accounting IFRS answers to these pressing needs, making it the clear choice for accounting courses at the intermediate level.
This package includes a copy of ISBN 9781118443965 and a registration code for the WileyPLUS course associated with the text. Before you purchase, check with your instructor or review your course syllabus to ensure that your instructor requires WileyPLUS. For customer technical support, please visit http://www.wileyplus.com/support. WileyPLUS registration cards are only included with new products. Used and rental products may not include WileyPLUS registration cards. The Second Edition of Intermediate Accounting: IFRS Edition, by Donald E. Kieso, Jerry J. Weygandt, and Terry D. Warfield, provides the tools global accounting students need to understand what IFRS is and how it is applied in practice. The emphasis on fair value, the proper accounting for financial instruments, and the new developments related to leasing, revenue recognition, and financial statement presentation are examined in light of current practice. New Global Accounting Insights highlight the important differences that remain between IFRS and US GAAP, and discuss the ongoing joint convergence efforts to resolve them. Comprehensive, up-to-date, and accurate, Intermediate Accounting: IFRS Edition includes proven pedagogical tools, designed to help students learn more effectively and to answer the changing needs of this course.
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The Gateway to the Profession 99% of surveyed practicing accountants feel that Kieso, Weygandt, and Warfield's Intermediate Accounting helped prepare them for success in professional practice. 100% would recommend the text to someone currently studying for an accounting degree. 80% said they referred to their copy when they first entered professional practice. Professionals who learned accounting from Intermediate Accounting find themselves well prepared to enter the workplace. So well prepared in fact, that many keep their copy of the text to refer to again and again. Why is this text so essential for professional success? * Currency--This 12th edition of Intermediate Accounting reflects the state-of-the-art in accounting today. The text is kept current with the Intermediate Accounting Newsletter, a periodical for users of the text that spotlights the very latest developments and their implications. * Real-world examples and illustrations--Numerous examples from real corporations help you understand exactly how professionals apply accounting principles and techniques. International Insight notes compare accounting practices in other countries. * Hands-on practice--This 12th edition features Professional Simulation problems, modeled on the new computerized exam. In addition, new accounting research exercises help you practice using the Financial Accounting Research Database System (FARS). * Comprehensive and clear explanations of concepts--The authors' clear writing style and logical organization help you understand the material. Make Kieso your gateway to the profession!
Due to the emergence of IFRS as the required convention for reporting to stock exchanges in the European Union and other important markets, accountants must gain a strong understanding of these standards. Intermediate Accounting integrates this new information throughout the chapters so they’ll learn how to apply the new global accounting standards. Global examples are presented to clearly show how the information is utilized in the field. The use of various currencies is also explored, which is critical for accountants to know in today’s global businesses environment.
