Explain the meaning of convergence
Identify the arguments for and against international convergence of financial reporting standards
Discuss major harmonization efforts under the IASC
Explain the principles-based approach used by the IASB in setting accounting standards
Describe the proposed changes to the IASB’s Framework
Discuss the IASB’s Standards related to the first-time adoption of IFRS and the presentation of financial statements
Describe the support for, and the use of, IFRS across countries