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Finance & Accounting

Transfer Pricing Fundamentals

Transfer pricing determines how profits are allocated between related companies in different countries and is a major focus of tax authorities worldwide. This course explains the arm's length principle, OECD guidelines, transfer pricing methods, functional analysis, documentation requirements, intangibles and services, and dispute prevention. Participants analyse group transactions and prepare documentation outlines.

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Transfer pricing errors can lead to double taxation, penalties and reputational damage. This course gives finance and tax professionals a practical foundation to manage intercompany pricing and compliance.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

  • Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
  • Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
  • Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.
Course methodology

How you will learn.

The course uses worked examples, functional analysis exercises, case studies and documentation workshops. It provides general guidance and does not constitute tax advice.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain the arm's length principle and OECD framework
  • Conduct a functional analysis of related-party transactions
  • Select and apply appropriate transfer pricing methods
  • Price intercompany services, goods, financing and intangibles
  • Prepare master file and local file documentation
  • Manage audits, disputes and risk
Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

  • Tax managers and specialists
  • Finance managers in multinational groups
  • Financial controllers
  • Auditors
  • Legal and compliance professionals
Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

  • Arm's length analysis
  • Functional analysis
  • Transfer pricing methods
  • Documentation
  • Intercompany agreements
  • Tax risk management
Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Transfer Pricing Principles

  1. 09:00–09:54Why transfer pricing matters
  2. 09:54–10:48Arm's length principle
  3. 10:48–11:00OECD guidelines and BEPS
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12OECD guidelines and BEPS (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Related-party transactions
  7. 13:06–14:00Exercise: Identifying intercompany transactions

Day 2Functional Analysis

  1. 09:00–09:54Functions, assets and risks
  2. 09:54–10:48Characterising entities
  3. 10:48–11:00Value chain analysis
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Value chain analysis (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Comparability factors
  7. 13:06–14:00Workshop: Functional analysis

Day 3Transfer Pricing Methods

  1. 09:00–09:54CUP, resale price and cost plus
  2. 09:54–10:48TNMM and profit split
  3. 10:48–11:00Benchmarking studies
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Benchmarking studies (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Selecting the most appropriate method
  7. 13:06–14:00Exercise: Applying methods

Day 4Specific Transactions

  1. 09:00–09:54Intra-group services
  2. 09:54–10:48Intangibles and royalties
  3. 10:48–11:00Financial transactions
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Financial transactions (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Business restructurings
  7. 13:06–14:00Case study: Royalty arrangement

Day 5Documentation and Disputes

  1. 09:00–09:54Master file, local file and country-by-country reporting
  2. 09:54–10:48Intercompany agreements
  3. 10:48–11:00Audits and dispute resolution
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:12Audits and dispute resolution (continued)
  6. 12:12–13:06Advance pricing agreements
  7. 13:06–14:00Capstone: Documentation outline

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

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Istanbul 9 Nov - 13 Nov 2026
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Online Live virtual classroom 9 Nov - 13 Nov 2026
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£1,250.-Register
Amsterdam 23 Nov - 27 Nov 2026
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£2,540.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 23 Nov - 27 Nov 2026
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Singapore 7 Dec - 11 Dec 2026
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Online Live virtual classroom 7 Dec - 11 Dec 2026
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London 14 Dec - 18 Dec 2026
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Online Live virtual classroom 14 Dec - 18 Dec 2026
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Dubai 11 Jan - 15 Jan 2027
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£3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 11 Jan - 15 Jan 2027
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Cape Town 18 Jan - 22 Jan 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 18 Jan - 22 Jan 2027
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Frankfurt 25 Jan - 29 Jan 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 25 Jan - 29 Jan 2027
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Kuala Lumpur 8 Feb - 12 Feb 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 8 Feb - 12 Feb 2027
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Paris 22 Feb - 26 Feb 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 22 Feb - 26 Feb 2027
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Istanbul 8 Mar - 12 Mar 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 8 Mar - 12 Mar 2027
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Amsterdam 22 Mar - 26 Mar 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 22 Mar - 26 Mar 2027
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Barcelona 29 Mar - 2 Apr 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 29 Mar - 2 Apr 2027
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Singapore 12 Apr - 16 Apr 2027
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London 26 Apr - 30 Apr 2027
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Dubai 10 May - 14 May 2027
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Rome 17 May - 21 May 2027
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Frankfurt 24 May - 28 May 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 24 May - 28 May 2027
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Kuala Lumpur 14 Jun - 18 Jun 2027
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Paris 21 Jun - 25 Jun 2027
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Istanbul 12 Jul - 16 Jul 2027
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Vienna 19 Jul - 23 Jul 2027
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Amsterdam 26 Jul - 30 Jul 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 26 Jul - 30 Jul 2027
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Singapore 9 Aug - 13 Aug 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 9 Aug - 13 Aug 2027
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London 23 Aug - 27 Aug 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 23 Aug - 27 Aug 2027
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Dubai 13 Sept - 17 Sept 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 13 Sept - 17 Sept 2027
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Frankfurt 20 Sept - 24 Sept 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 20 Sept - 24 Sept 2027
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Cape Town 27 Sept - 1 Oct 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 27 Sept - 1 Oct 2027
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Kuala Lumpur 11 Oct - 15 Oct 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 11 Oct - 15 Oct 2027
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Paris 25 Oct - 29 Oct 2027
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Istanbul 8 Nov - 12 Nov 2027
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Rome 15 Nov - 19 Nov 2027
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Amsterdam 22 Nov - 26 Nov 2027
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Singapore 6 Dec - 10 Dec 2027
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London 13 Dec - 17 Dec 2027
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How is the course delivered?

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Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

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