Upcoming HKICPA CPD Courses for June 2025
The following HKICPA-accredited CPD courses and events take place in June 2025. They are listed below in chronological order.
1) Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing Series - Latest updates and practical guidance on implementing AML/CFT requirements
CPD Hours: 4 - Language: Cantonese - Code: WSHP25060201
Date and Time(s): Monday, 2 June 2025 & Friday, 27 June 2025 (both at 6:30 pm - 8:45 pm)
Location: Hong Kong Institute of CPAs, 27/F., Wu Chung House, 213 Queen's Road East, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Fee: HK$1000 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$1500 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 29 May 2025
Information: This event is for accountants who want to refresh and update their understanding of the latest AML/CFT requirements and how to comply with them.
2) Entities Listing on HKEX Series – Session 6: Valuation: Before and After the M&A Transactions
CPD Hours: 2 - Language: Cantonese - Code: EWEB25060201
Date and Time(s): Monday, 2 June 2025 (6:30 pm - 8:00 pm)
Location: Live Webinar
Fee: HK$160 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$360 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 30 May 2025
Information: This webinar will focus on the requirements and issues of valuation about mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions. Topics include:
- Latest development of valuation related guidance on M&A transactions
- Disclosure requirements for M&A transactions
- Purchase price allocation upon completion of the transaction
- Subsequent impairment assessments for the goodwill and intangible assets recognized in the transaction.
3) HKFRS SDS Workshop Series: Linkage between Accounting Standards and Sustainability Standards, Integrating climate-related risks into Enterprise Risk Management
CPD Hours: 3 - Language: English - Code: WSHP25060301
Date and Time(s): Tuesday, 3 June 2025 (6:30 pm - 9:30 pm)
Location: Hong Kong Institute of CPAs, 27/F., Wu Chung House, 213 Queen's Road East, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Fee: HK$1080 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$1480 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 30 May 2025
Participants: Accountants, finance professionals, financial controllers, investors, CEOs, CFOs, Investor Relations, and ESG practitioners.
Information: This workshop aims to address how accounting standards and sustainability disclosure standards connect and complement each other, as well as some of the challenging areas identified in previous consultations on IFRS/HKFRS S1 and S2, including how to integrate climate-related risks into enterprise risk management.
4) China Taxation Conference 2025
CPD Hours: 2.5 - Language: Cantonese - Code: EWEB25060701
Date and Time(s): Saturday, 7 June 2025 (9:30 am - 12:00 pm)
Location: Live Webinar
Fee: HK$450 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$660 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 5 June 2025
Information: This live webinar aims to provide the latest updates on taxation. It is primarily for professionals working in taxation or with an interest in taxation.
5) Accounting considerations related to ESG and climate-related risks
CPD Hours: 1.5 - Language: Cantonese - Code: EWEB25060902
Date and Time(s): Monday, 9 June 2025 (6:30 pm - 8:00 pm)
Location: Live Webinar
Fee: HK$270 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$490 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 2 June 2025
Participants: Auditors, preparers, CEOs, CFOs, professional accountants in business.
Information: This live webinar will provide an overview of the emerging topics related to ESG and climate risks, such as climate-related commitments, impairment testing, emissions schemes and green bonds, along with a discussion on the application of relevant IFRS Accounting Standards in some common scenarios. This webinar will also provide an overview of the ED, cover the importance of connectivity between financial statements and sustainability reporting, and discuss relevant Agenda Decisions published by the IFRS Interpretations Committee.
6) Entities Listing on HKEX Series – Session 7: Tax Field Audit
CPD Hours: 2 - Language: Cantonese - Code: EWEB25060901
Date and Time(s): Monday, 9 June 2025 (6:30 pm - 8:00 pm)
Location: Live Webinar
Fee: HK$160 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$360 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 2 June 2025
Information: This webinar will focus on field audit and tax investigation (FAI). Topics include: Brief introduction of FAI exercise and operation, recent approach and development of Inland Revenue Department's handling of FAI, impact of FAI on entities, golden rules to handle FAI, and sharing of recent FAI cases.
7) Independent Non‐Executive Directors: Role and Fulfillment Promotion
CPD Hours: 2 - Language: Cantonese - Code: EWEB25061001 (Webinar) or SCPD25061001 (Seminar)
Date and Time(s): Tuesday, 10 June 2025 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm)
Location: Webinar or HKIoD Office, 2104 Shanghai Industrial Investment Building, 48 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
Fee: HK$650 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$950 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 9 June 2025
Information: This course is organized by The Hong Kong Institute of Directors (HKIoD). Topics include: the roles of INED, committee work, skill-sets and tactics, and the search for INEDs.
8) Entities Listing on HKEX Series – Session 8: Introduction of the Protection of Critical Infrastructure (Computer Systems) Bill and Understanding ROI in Cybersecurity
CPD Hours: 2 - Language: Cantonese - Code: EWEB25061101
Date and Time(s): Wednesday, 11 June 2025 (6:30 pm - 8:00 pm)
Location: Webinar
Fee: HK$160 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$360 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 9 June 2025
Information: This webinar will introduce the key requirements set out in the new Protection of Critical Infrastructure (Computer Systems) Bill and how to understand ROI in cybersecurity.
9) Cybersecurity and Internet Law Series: Hong Kong New Cybersecurity Law – Are You Ready?
CPD Hours: 1.5 - Language: English - Code: EWEB25061203
Date and Time(s): Thursday, 12 June 2025 (12:30 pm - 2:00 pm)
Location: Webinar
Fee: HK$160 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$360 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 10 June 2025
Information: Following the passing of The Protection of Critical Infrastructures (Computer Systems) Bill on 19 March 2025, the Government expects Hong Kong's first cybersecurity legislation to take effect in January 2026. This webinar will provide a deep dive into the new law and the latest insights on cybersecurity compliance. The speakers will also share their experiences from Mainland China and other jurisdictions with comparable cybersecurity regulations. After joining this webinar, participants will gain knowledge about:
- The new cybersecurity law's overall compliance requirements and implications for businesses
- A comparative perspective from other jurisdictions - Mainland China's cybersecurity law and other jurisdictions with comparable cybersecurity regulations
- The investigation and enforcement powers of the newly established Security Commissioner
Participants include professionals involved in compliance and persons who are interested in cybersecurity, AI, and data protection laws.
10) Sustainability Assurance Series – Overview of HKSSA 5000, General Requirements for Sustainability Assurance Engagements
CPD Hours: 1.5 - Language: Cantonese - Code: EWEB25061202
Date and Time(s): Thursday, 12 June 2025 (12:30 pm - 2:00 pm)
Location: Webinar
Fee: HK$270 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$490 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 6 June 2025
Information: The introduction of HKSSA 5000 represents a major achievement in Hong Kong, enhancing the confidence and trust of intended users in sustainability information. It provides a robust framework that supports the consistent performance of quality sustainability assurance engagements, aiming to ensure the reliability and transparency of the disclosed information. This inaugural webinar of the sustainability assurance capacity building programme will provide a comprehensive overview of the new assurance standard, covering the following key aspects:
- Fundamental principles and concepts, including limited and reasonable assurance, and firmlevel quality management
- Engagement acceptance and continuance, including preconditions for assurance
- Group sustainability assurance engagments and the use of the work of others
Participants include sustainability assurance practitioners (professional accountants and nonaccountants) or professionals with an interest in sustainability assurance.
11) Regulatory and Compliance Series for Listed Issuers: Legal and Regulatory Updates (1)
CPD Hours: 2 - Language: Cantonese - Code: EWEB25061201
Date and Time(s): Thursday, 12 June 2025 (7:00 pm - 9:00 pm)
Location: Webinar
Fee: HK$160 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$360 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 6 June 2025
Information: This webinar will focus on legal and regulatory updates in 2024/25. Notable topics include:
- HKEX and Listing Rules:
- Joint Statement on Enhanced Timeframe for New Listing Application Process (Oct 2024)
- China General Education (Oct 2024)
- GL120-24, Guidance on investigations by long suspended issuers (Nov 2024)
- GL104-19, revised and added Case 9 (updated in Sep 2024)
- Securities and Futures Commission (SFC):
- SFC reprimanded and fined Hang Seng Bank for misconduct in selling practices of investment products (Jan 2025)
- SFC's circular on use of generative AI language models (Nov 2024)
- SFC's circular on listed structured funds (Jan 2025)
- Market Misconduct Tribunal:
- Report on insider dealing in the shares of Asiasec Properties Limited (271) (Jan 2025)
Participants include accountants, corporate finance professionals, financial advisers, investor relations professionals, compliance officers, and company secretaries.
12) Macau’s new Tax Code and transfer pricing regime
CPD Hours: 1 - Language: English - Code: EWEB25061301
Date and Time(s): Friday, 13 June 2025 (1:00 pm - 2:00 pm)
Location: Webinar
Fee: HK$270 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$400 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 11 June 2025
Information: This live webinar is about the new Macau Tax Code, which will come into full effect on 1 January 2026. The new Tax Code integrates the tax procedures, tax litigation procedures, and tax enforcement procedures of each tax law (e.g., Macau Complementary Tax, Macau Professional Tax, Stamp Duty).
13) Workshop for New Auditors - Re-run (June 2025)
CPD Hours: 21 - Language: Cantonese - Code: WSHP25061301
Date and Time(s): Friday, 13 June 2025, Thursday, 19 June 2025, 20 June 2025 (9:00 am - 5:00 pm for all 3 days)
Location: HKICPA Training Centre 27/F, Wu Chung House, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Fee: HK$2,875 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$4,715 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 6 June 2025
Information: This 21-hour workshop utilizes an interactive learning format through discussions and case studies. Pre-course reading is required. This workshop is open to individuals of all experience levels, with a primary focus on fundamental auditing concepts tailored for junior auditors.
14) Role of Company Director I: Overview of Legal and Regulatory Framework
CPD Hours: 2 - Language: Cantonese - Code: SCPD25061701
Date and Time(s): Tuesday, 17 June 2025 (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm)
Location: Webinar or HKIoD Office, 2104 Shanghai Industrial Investment Building, 48 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
Fee: HK$650 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$950 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 15 June 2025
Information: This course is organized by The Hong Kong Institute of Directors (HKIoD). Topics include: An overview of the Listing Rules, consequences of breach to the listed company and its directors, the Corporate Governance Code, and practical suggestions to enhance compliance and Q&A
15) Equity Series: Exploring Consistent Compounding Stocks
CPD Hours: 1.5 - Language: Cantonese - Code: EWEB25061701
Date and Time(s): Tuesday, 17 June 2025 (12:30 pm - 2:00 pm)
Location: Webinar
Fee: HK$160 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$360 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 15 June 2025
Information: This webinar is designed to provide a framework for participants to select consistent compounding stocks which have good prospects in the long term. Case studies and practical experience will be shared. Topics include:
- Advantages and limitations of investing in consistent compounding stocks
- Key features of consistent compounding stocks
- Introduction of selection criteria for consistent compounding stocks
- Case studies on selecting consistent compounding stocks.
16) Cybersecurity and Internet Law Series: Taking Stock of AI and Its Legal Implications
CPD Hours: 1.5 - Language: English - Code: EWEB25061803
Date and Time(s): Wednesday, 18 June 2025 (12:30 pm - 2:00 pm)
Location: Webinar
Fee: HK$160 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$360 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 16 June 2025
Information: Participants will gain knowledge about:
- The latest trajectory of the generative AI technology developments in the region
- How businesses have been integrating this technology in their products and offerings
- A comparative overview of AI regulatory framework between Mainland China and other jurisdictions
- How organizations should formulate strategies to tackle and navigate intellectual property, data protection, content and regulatory issues when deploying such systems
17) Mastering Assurance & AUP Series: Navigating Assurance and AUP Standards
CPD Hours: 1 - Language: Cantonese - Code: EWEB25061802
Date and Time(s): Wednesday, 18 June 2025 (1:00 pm - 2:00 pm)
Location: Webinar
Fee: HK$270 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$400 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 13 June 2025
Information: This webinar will cover:
- Overview and key requirements of HKSAE 3000R and HKSRS 4400R
- Factors to consider for determining an appropriate reporting framework
- Common pitfalls
18) Entities Listing on HKEX Series – Session 9: Perspectives from Issuers: Navigating HKEX's New Climate-related Disclosure Requirements
CPD Hours: 2 - Language: Cantonese - Code: EWEB25061801
Date and Time(s): Wednesday, 18 June 2025 (7:00 pm - 9:00 pm)
Location: Webinar
Fee: HK$160 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$360 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 16 June 2025
Information: This webinar will focus on HKEX's new climate-related disclosure requirements. Topics include:
- Background of the HKEX climate-related disclosure enhancement
- Overview of the key requirements in the climate-related disclosure
- Navigating the key challenges for listed companies
19) Entities Listing on HKEX Series – Session 10: General Business Model for Listing on HKEX
CPD Hours: 2 - Language: Cantonese - Code: EWEB25062301
Date and Time(s): Monday, 23 June 2025 (7:00 pm - 9:00 pm)
Location: Webinar
Fee: HK$160 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$360 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 19 June 2025
Information: This webinar will focus on entity's business model for listing on HKEX. Topics include:
- Distributorship business model
- Forfeited income from prepayments business model
- Restaurant business model
- Valuation of biological assets
- Land and properties
- Biotech companies
20) Equity Series: Identifying Genuine High Dividend Stock
CPD Hours: 1.5 - Language: Cantonese - Code: EWEB25062701
Date and Time(s): Friday, 27 June 2025 (12:30 pm - 2:00 pm)
Location: Webinar
Fee: HK$160 for students/IA/HKICPA members; HK$360 for non-members
Enrolment Deadline: 25 June 2025
Participants: CFOs; Accountants; Auditors; Finance professionals; Investors
Information: This webinar is specially designed for finance professionals and individual investors seeking stocks with solid return and low risk profile in the coming years. It also aims to help participants distinguish genuine dividend stocks from fake dividend stocks. In this webinar, participants will be guided to review the essential attributes of "high yield" stocks by analyzing financial structure of listed companies. Additionally, the speaker will share real-life experience with various listed companies and provide a high-level overview of upcoming dividend policies across different industries and corporations in Hong Kong and mainland China. Topics include:
- Review of the essential attributes of high dividend stocks by analyzing the company's capital and cash flow structure
- Correlation between profit alert and high dividend stock
- Understanding listed company's announced capital expenditure plan and its impact on dividend payout
- Application of "high dividend play" by identifying industries and listed companies with "high dividend" potentials
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