Overview
Financial statements' objective is to provide financial information about the reporting entity that is useful for existing and potential investors, lenders and other creditors in making decisions relating to providing resources to the entity. The aim of the impairment test is to define the recoverable amount of the asset tested and adjust carrying amount accordingly, to make sure the carrying amount of the assets presented in an entity's balance sheet is not higher than their recoverable amount.

IAS 36 standard sets out the impairment requirements of intangibles, property, plant and equipment and subsidiaries, investment in associates and joint ventures. This course explains the whole process of impairment recognition of these assets (such as the aim of the impairment test, concept of triggering event, indicators of impairment, concept of recoverable amount, six steps for allocation of impairment for a cash generating unit, impairment reversal, etc.) using practical examples and interim tests to enhance understanding.

This course will enable you to:
identify the scope of IAS 36 standard and situation when to apply IAS 36 standard
identify when to perform an impairment test
make a distinction between a triggering event review and an impairment test
identify indicators of impairment
define recoverable amount as the higher of value in use and fair value less costs to sell
identify a cash-generating unit
understand the steps for allocation of impairment for a cash generating unit
review IAS 36 standard's disclosure requirements

This e-learning course is part of an e-learning series designed by PwC Academy Hungary which aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the application of IFRS (IAS) standards to finance and accounting experts who are already familiar with fundamental (local) accounting and reporting processes.