Financial Reporting and Business Communication

The 29th Annual Conference on Financial Reporting and Business Communication (FRBC) is one of the premier global forums for accounting scholars and practitioners. Hosted by the prestigious Adam Smith Business School, this event focuses on the intersection of technical financial reporting and the communicative strategies used to convey performance to stakeholders. In an era where "how" you say something is as important as "what" the numbers show, this conference addresses the vital need for clarity, ethics, and transparency in corporate narratives.

The conference comprises multiple streams, including a dedicated doctoral stream for emerging researchers and practical sessions for seasoned ACCA professionals. Keynote speakers will address the challenges of the "digital reporting era," where XBRL and automated data scraping are changing how reports are consumed. The event offers a unique platform to discuss the nuances of narrative reporting, including the CEO’s letter, the strategic report, and the management commentary.

For practitioners, the FRBC conference provides a critical look at the quality of financial disclosures and how to improve the usefulness of financial statements for investors. It is an excellent opportunity for ACCA members to earn significant CPD units while engaging in high-level intellectual debate. The historical backdrop of the University of Glasgow, combined with the cutting-edge research presented, makes this a standout event on the 2026 professional calendar. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of how to manage complex business communications in a way that builds trust and meets the rigorous demands of modern accounting standards.