CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR TAX & FINANCIAL PROFESSIONALS
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Goodwill Impairment Essentials

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CPE Credits

1 Credits: Accounting
Course Level
Overview
Format
Self-Study

Course Description

Many organizations have recorded goodwill on their books as the result of acquisitions. This asset must be monitored and tested for impairment at regular intervals. In the Goodwill Impairment Essentials course, we cover every aspect of what goodwill is, how impairment testing is conducted, and whether goodwill amortization can be used. We also note the financial statement disclosure requirements for goodwill impairment.

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Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Recognize the criteria for identifying reporting units and business segments.
  • Describe the events or circumstances indicating the presence of goodwill impairment.
  • Recognize the timing of goodwill impairment testing.
  • Specify the criteria for when goodwill amortization is allowed, and how it is conducted.
  • Describe the disclosures for goodwill impairment.
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Course Specifics

Course ID
SS123356943
Revision Date
December 4, 2023
Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites.

Advanced Preparation

None

Number of Pages
32

Compliance Information

NASBA Provider Number: 103220

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Meet The Experts

Steven M. Bragg, CPA, is a full-time book and course author who has written more than 300 business books and courses. He provides Western CPE with self-study courses in the areas of accounting and finance, with an emphasis on the practical application of accounting standards and management techniques. A sampling of his courses include the The New Controller Guidebook, The GAAP Guidebook, Accountants’ Guidebook, and Closing the Books: An Accountant’s Guide. He also manages the Accounting Best Practices podcast. Steven has been the CFO or controller of both public and private companies and has been a consulting manager with Ernst & Young and …