2026 Research and Development Accounting – What You Need to Know About ASC 730

This course provides a clear overview of accounting for research and development activities under ASC 730. It starts by covering the fundamental concepts of R&D, including what costs qualify, recognition rules, and disclosure requirements, while addressing the uncertainties that come with R&D. The course then moves into arrangements where outside parties fund R&D, explaining how…

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This course provides a clear overview of accounting for research and development activities under ASC 730. It starts by covering the fundamental concepts of R&D, including what costs qualify, recognition rules, and disclosure requirements, while addressing the uncertainties that come with R&D. The course then moves into arrangements where outside parties fund R&D, explaining how to identify obligations, measure costs, and report these transactions. Throughout, you’ll gain practical insight into the complexities of accounting for R&D and related funding arrangements.

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Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
•    Identify the key components that define research and development activities
•    Distinguish between research and development as separate concepts
•    Recognize the scope and scope exceptions applicable to R&D under ASC 730-10
•    Determine the recognition requirements for R&D costs
•    Recall the disclosure requirements related to R&D in financial statements
•    Identify the scope of ASC 730-20 for R&D arrangements
•    Differentiate between obligations to repay funds and obligations to perform contractual services under R&D arrangements
•    Recognize how subsequent measurement of R&D arrangements is handled
•    Determine required disclosures related to research and development arrangements
•    Select key factors affecting accounting treatment in R&D funding arrangements

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.

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