US public companies will have to follow International Financial Reporting Standards as of January 1, 2011. Weygandt’s Financial Accounting: IFRS introduces challenging accounting concepts with examples that are familiar to the student while incorporating the new global accounting standards. Following the reputation for accuracy, comprehensiveness, and currency, Weygandt guides students through financial accounting and the period of transition for IFRS readiness. The text prepares student for the requirements they will follow in the coming years.

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The Gateway to the Profession

99% of surveyed practicing accountants feel that Kieso, Weygandt, and Warfield’s Intermediate Accounting helped prepare them for success in professional practice.

100% would recommend the text to someone currently studying for an accounting degree.

80% said they referred to their copy when they first entered professional practice.

Professionals who learned accounting from Intermediate Accounting find themselves well prepared to enter the workplace. So well prepared in fact, that many keep their copy of the text to refer to again and again. Why is this text so essential for professional success?

• Currency—This 12th edition of Intermediate Accounting reflects the state-of-the-art in accounting today. The text is kept current with the Intermediate Accounting Newsletter, a periodical for users of the text that spotlights the very latest developments and their implications.

• Real-world examples and illustrations—Numerous examples from real corporations help you understand exactly how professionals apply accounting principles and techniques. International Insight notes compare accounting practices in other countries.

• Hands-on practice––This 12th edition features Professional Simulation problems, modeled on the new computerized exam. In addition, new accounting research exercises help you practice using the Financial Accounting Research Database System (FARS).

• Comprehensive and clear explanations of concepts––The authors’ clear writing style and logical organization help you understand the material.

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