2023-24 Update: Global Trends

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by Jim Power & Jeremy Swinfen Green

This module examines the major global trends for 2023-24 that every accountant should have on their radar. By undertaking a PEST analysis, you’ll identify the potential risks and opportunities they present, and will be well-equipped to provide valuable guidance to your organisation.

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This module will enable you to

Analyse current global political and economic trends and their impact on your organisation
Identify the potential impact of social trends on your organisation
Explore what the rise of artificial intelligence means for business and the accounting profession
Undertake a PEST analysis to highlight risks and opportunities for your business over the coming year

About the module

As business becomes increasingly global, accountants are assuming a pivotal role as providers of high-value business insights and analysis. Your ability to grasp global trends and their potential impact on your organisation has never been more important. Examining these trends equips you to offer invaluable advice and identify the issues that require action and oversight.

This module will keep you abreast of the key political, economic, social and technological trends in 2023-24 that should inform your strategic planning and help you develop a competitive business advantage. Explore topics such as geopolitical risks, the global economy, social attitudes to hybrid working, and advancements in artificial intelligence, and how they can integrate into the decision-making process for organisations.

Global trends
- What is PEST?
- Political trends
- Political impacts
- Economic trends
- Economic effects
- Social trends
- Social considerations
- Technological trends

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Jim Power & Jeremy Swinfen Green

Jim Power is the chief economist for Aviva Ireland, and owner-manager of Jim Power Economics Limited, an economic and financial consultancy that he set up in 2010. The company carries out consultancy projects, public speaking, and training, for a variety of public and private sector entities.

Jeremy Swinfen Green has worked in online marketing, communication and business strategy since 1993. He has run Social Media Risk Consulting and its sister agency Mosoco, which provides social media marketing services, since 2013.