Fundamentals of Sustainability Accounting (FSA) Credentialâ„¢ Level I Study Guide
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What organization will replace SASB in the FSA Level I curriculum?

  • IFRS Foundation
  • IASB
  • FSA Credential
  • ISSB (correct)

What is the main purpose of the FSA Credential?

  • To provide a baseline understanding of investment analysis
  • To enforce enforceable financial regulations
  • To develop high-quality accounting standards
  • To establish a common language for sustainability reporting (correct)

What is the IFRS Foundation's primary goal?

  • To benefit from understanding corporate disclosure
  • To update the FSA Level I curriculum
  • To understand corporate performance management
  • To develop enforceable accounting standards (correct)

What will be updated in the FSA Level I curriculum?

<p>Terminology and ESG landscape (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What will candidates encounter in the FSA Credential material?

<p>Concepts they already know and recognize (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What organizational update took place on 1 August 2022?

<p>Consolidation of the Value Reporting Foundation (VRF) into the IFRS Foundation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What commitment did the IFRS Foundation and ISSB make regarding SASB Standards?

<p>Using an industry-based approach to the development of the ISSB Standards (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the future status of the FSA Credential according to the text?

<p>It is now an IFRS Foundation offering (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role will the SASB Standards play in the development of ISSB industry-based requirements?

<p>Starting point for ISSB industry-based requirements (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the core objective and status of the FSA Credential after the organizational update?

<p>Remains unchanged as an IFRS Foundation offering (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What organization will replace SASB in the FSA Level I curriculum?

The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) will replace the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) in the FSA Level I curriculum.

What is the main purpose of the FSA Credential?

The FSA Credential aims to establish a common language for sustainability reporting, promoting consistency and comparability across organizations.

What is the IFRS Foundation's primary goal?

The IFRS Foundation's primary goal is to develop enforceable accounting standards, ensuring transparency and trustworthiness in financial reporting.

What will be updated in the FSA Level I curriculum?

The FSA Level I curriculum will be updated to incorporate the latest terminology and reflect the evolving landscape of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) factors.

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What will candidates encounter in the FSA Credential material?

The FSA Credential material will cover familiar concepts related to sustainability reporting, making it easier for candidates with prior knowledge.

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What organizational update took place on 1 August 2022?

On August 1, 2022, the Value Reporting Foundation (VRF) was consolidated into the IFRS Foundation, streamlining sustainability reporting efforts under a single entity.

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What commitment did the IFRS Foundation and ISSB make regarding SASB Standards?

The IFRS Foundation and the ISSB have committed to using an industry-based approach in developing the ISSB Standards, leveraging existing SASB Standards as a starting point.

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What is the future status of the FSA Credential according to the text?

Following the consolidation of the VRF, the FSA Credential is now an offering of the IFRS Foundation, reflecting its integration into the global sustainability reporting framework.

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What role will the SASB Standards play in the development of ISSB industry-based requirements?

SASB Standards will serve as a valuable starting point for developing ISSB industry-based requirements, ensuring a smooth transition and leveraging existing expertise.

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What is the core objective and status of the FSA Credential after the organizational update?

The core objective of the FSA Credential remains unchanged after the organizational update, continuing to provide a robust framework for understanding sustainability reporting principles and practices.

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Study Notes

FSA Credential Updates

  • The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) will replace the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) in the FSA Level I curriculum.

FSA Credential Purpose

  • The main purpose of the FSA Credential is to demonstrate a candidate's expertise in sustainability accounting and reporting.

IFRS Foundation's Goal

  • The IFRS Foundation's primary goal is to develop a single set of high-quality, global sustainability disclosure standards.

FSA Level I Curriculum Updates

  • The FSA Level I curriculum will be updated to include ISSB standards, replacing SASB standards.

FSA Credential Material

  • Candidates will encounter ISSB standards and industry-based requirements in the FSA Credential material.

Organizational Update

  • On 1 August 2022, the IFRS Foundation consolidated SASB into the ISSB.

IFRS Foundation and ISSB Commitment

  • The IFRS Foundation and ISSB committed to maintaining and building on the SASB Standards.

FSA Credential Status

  • The FSA Credential will continue to be offered, and its status remains unchanged.

ISSB Industry-Based Requirements

  • SASB Standards will play a role in the development of ISSB industry-based requirements.

FSA Credential Objective and Status

  • The core objective of the FSA Credential is to demonstrate expertise in sustainability accounting and reporting, and its status remains unchanged after the organizational update.

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Prepare for the FSA Credentialâ„¢ Level I exam with this study guide covering the need for sustainability accounting standards, understanding SASB standards, and using SASB standards. Stay updated with the recent organizational changes, including the consolidation of the Value Reporting Foundation into the IFRS Foundation and the future of the SASB standards.

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