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There are 3 modules in this course
By the end of this course, learners will be able to explain core bond terminology, analyze interest structures, calculate bond prices using present value, apply premium and discount amortization, and evaluate IFRS requirements for financial instruments. These skills prepare learners to confidently interpret and record bond-related transactions in real-world accounting environments.
This course provides a step-by-step progression from foundational concepts to advanced valuation and IFRS reporting techniques. Learners first explore how bonds function, how coupon structures influence interest flows, and why present value is essential for accurate measurement. They then apply these concepts using both straight-line and effective interest rate methods, interpreting their impact on carrying amount and interest expense. The course concludes with practical corporate examples and clear IFRS alignment, helping learners bridge theory with professional application.
What makes this course unique is its deep integration of conceptual clarity, quantitative techniques, and global reporting standards, supported by real-world scenarios and structured explanations that demystify complex bond accounting topics. Whether preparing for advanced studies or strengthening professional expertise, learners gain practical, industry-relevant skills essential for modern financial reporting.
This module introduces learners to the fundamental concepts of bond accounting, including how bonds work, how interest structures operate, and how premiums, discounts, and basic amortization methods shape financial reporting. Learners build a strong conceptual foundation before progressing to more advanced valuation and measurement techniques.
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12 videos4 assignments
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12 videos•Total 95 minutes
Introduction to Accounting for Bonds•8 minutes
How Bonds Work•5 minutes
Bond Interest and Dividend•6 minutes
Key Features•8 minutes
Example of Bond with Features•8 minutes
Coupon Rate Structures•3 minutes
Preset Value Concept•10 minutes
Accrued Interest•11 minutes
Bond Issued with No Accrued Interest•11 minutes
Market Interest Rate•8 minutes
Bond Premium with Straight Line Amortization•6 minutes
Annual Straight Line Amortization•10 minutes
4 assignments•Total 75 minutes
Foundations of Bond Accounting•30 minutes
Understanding Bonds and Their Mechanics•15 minutes
Interest Structures and Valuation Basics•15 minutes
This module explores the mathematical and analytical processes involved in pricing bonds, calculating present values, and applying premium or discount amortization. Learners examine both straight-line and effective interest rate methods, gaining the ability to determine accurate interest expense and carrying amounts throughout a bond's life cycle.
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8 videos3 assignments
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8 videos•Total 55 minutes
Sell Price of Bond•12 minutes
Calculate Preset Value•6 minutes
Calculate Preset Value Continues•6 minutes
Use Market Interest Rate•2 minutes
Amortization of Bond Premium•6 minutes
Amortization of Bond Premium Continues•7 minutes
Effective Interest Rate Method•8 minutes
Comparison of Amortization Method•7 minutes
3 assignments•Total 60 minutes
Bond Valuation & Amortization Techniques•30 minutes
This module applies bond accounting principles in real-world business scenarios and introduces IFRS requirements for measuring and reporting financial instruments. Learners examine corporate examples, compute interest expense under different conditions, and interpret IFRS rules that ensure faithful representation of borrowing costs.
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4 videos3 assignments
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4 videos•Total 29 minutes
Example of P Corporation•5 minutes
Calculating Interest Expenses•5 minutes
Understand IFRS•12 minutes
Understand IFRS Continues•7 minutes
3 assignments•Total 60 minutes
Advanced Applications & IFRS Alignment•30 minutes
Corporate Bond Applications•15 minutes
IFRS Standards for Bond Accounting•15 minutes
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