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2026 Understanding Derivatives and Hedge Accounting: A Simplified Guide for CPAs

Course Access: Lifetime
Course Overview

This course provides CPAs with a comprehensive understanding of derivatives and hedging in financial management. Participants will explore the fundamentals of derivatives, their strategic role in risk management, and the differences between hedge accounting and traditional accounting methods. The course specifically covers fair value, cash flow, and net investment hedges, and discusses their practical applications.  This course also addresses hedge accounting, including designation, documentation, and effectiveness testing.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
•    Identify derivatives’ strategic role in financial risk management
•    Recognize differences between hedge accounting and traditional methods
•    Distinguish fair value, cash flow, and net investment hedges in practice
•    Determine key steps in hedge accounting: designation, documentation, and effectiveness testing
•    Differentiate how fair value, cash flow, and net investment hedges mitigate financial risks

To complete this course participants need to: Read the material provided and answer chapter review questions, successfully complete the qualified assessment with a minimum of 70% accuracy to receive your certificate. 

A course evaluation form is provided for your feedback, upon course completion. Participants have 1 year from the date of purchase/enrollment to complete this course 

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