2009 Events
 Financial Institutions Fraud Forum, 1 December 2009
The world is no longer what it was before the financial crisis. Previous risk management techniques and internal controls do not appear to be relevant anymore.
BDO is proud to be the Official Strategic Partner to the forum which was organised by ICFE Consultancy Group Pte Ltd. This event was designed
to empower financial institutions with the necessary strategies and measures to overcome the challenges in the financial services sectors beyond 2009.
One of the key highlights of the forum involved the critical role of internal audit, compliance and risk management in the new paradigm shift
into fraud risk management.
The forum was very successful and attracted delegates from both local and overseas financial institutions. Delegates were able to bring back with them,
useful tips and knowledge about fraud risk management.
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Walk the Extra Mile with Me at Orchard, 21 November 2009
BDO is proud to support the Children’s Charities Association (CCA) in the effort for fund raising for a few children charity organisation in its
iconic walkathon at Orchard.
The walkathon attracted over 1,000 participants. The Guest-of-Honour was Mrs Yu-Foo Yee Shoon, Minister of Community Development, Youth & Sport.
Among corporate participants this year, BDO Managing Partner Frankie Chia received a token of appreciation presented by the Minister.
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ACCA Graduation Show (June Exam), 14 November 2009
BDO congratulates all graduates on this special occasion. The ACCA/ICPAS Graduation Ceremony 2009 was held on 14 November 2009 at the Raffles
Convention Centre. As a platinum sponsor, the firm is honoured to participate and join the graduates in celebrating this happy occasion.
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 GST Talk: The Fine Print of GST, 12 November 2009
Many GST registered businesses have overlooked the finer details regarding to GST guidelines and regulations,
resulting in a growing trend of mistakes and non-compliance in the businesses GST returns.
Together with Corporate Alliance Pte Ltd, the GST Talk seeks to help businesses overcome such mistakes and non-compliance
by addressing the following issues, among others:
- Applicability of GST
- Exempt and Standard Rated GST
- International Services
- Issues to be aware of
- Implications of non compliance
The response for the Talk was overwhelming. BDO and Corporate Alliance aim to conduct another session in early 2010.
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 Transformational Growth Strategy
Using Mergers And Acquisitions (M&A) During Downturn, 24 September 2009
Is downturn a good opportunity for mergers and acquisition (M&A) activities? As US and certain countries in EU are still facing the harshest economic
downturn and financial crisis caused by sub-prime mortgage meltdown since World War II, many cash rich companies with robust business model in
Asia are contemplating growth beyond the economic recovery and the changing landscape.
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 Financial Reporting Standards: Updates 2009, 11 September 2009
In view of the recent changes in Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (FRS) and Interpretations of Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (INT FRS)
issued by the Accounting Standards Council (ASC), this one-day seminar is designed:
- To provide an overview of the major changes in these FRS and INT FRS;
- To highlight the implication of these changes on the financial statements for the corresponding effective annual periods; and
- To make use of illustrative examples to better illustrate the practical application of some of these changes.
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Directors' Duties, Common Pitfalls And Issues In The Face Of Economic Crisis, 17 July 2009
Jointly organised with Rodyk & Davidson LLP, this tea-time presentation explored the myriad of fiduciary duties owed by directors against the backdrop of a
recession and mapped out the answer to the all important question directors must ask themselves– what are the duties owed to creditors?
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BDO Regional Tax Conference 2009, 4 June 2009
As companies expand their operations into newer markets and territories, tax planning and compliance becomes critical.
India and Thailand have regulations and restrictions regarding foreign investment while China has introduced new regulations on tax withholding
and transfer pricing. Singapore has introduced new guidelines on foreign sourced income remittances to be tax free.
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Organisational Performance Seminar Series III, 13 March 2009
Our third seminar series is organised for the German Centre Singapore. This event is open to German Centre members and the public.
Organisational Performance Seminar Series II, 12 March 2009
Our second seminar series is open to the public and members of ASME and OCBC. This event is supported by OCBC and ASME.
Organisational Performance Seminar Series I, 27 February 2009
Our first series of the Organisational Performance Series was organised solely for the Association of Aerospace Industries (Singapore) and their members.
BDO Raffles Advisory, Bang Public Relations and HRNet Performance Consulting bring together the essential and critical toolkit to help
firms focus on Profit, People and Product to drive productivity improvements, increase sales, cashflow and profit. This event was supported by AAIS.
Budget Seminar 2009, 11 February 2009
Budget 2009 is widely expected to be expansionary in helping Singapore navigate through the financial crisis.
The seminar aims to share practical and thorough understanding of the key budget changes in 2009 and its impact on the current economy,
corporations and businesses.
Participants learned how new tax planning opportunities can help them in their companies and businesses. The event covers:
- Budget highlights
- Implications on the current economy in Singapore
- Measures taken by the government
- Update on the recent tax developments
- An economist analysis of the current situation
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