1. 1 2020 Vision: Learning from the Past, Building the Future Rome November 10-13, 2014 Launch presentation for IFAC Council, Cape Town, November 14-15, 2012 Under the Patronage of

2. 2 Meet delegates from all over the world in the Eternal City The WCOA 2014 in Rome ROME, MORE THAN 2,000 YEARS OLD Rome and Italy An immersion into one of the most important artistic patrimonies in the world 6,000 participants expected, 160 professional bodies, from over 120 countries representing over 2,500,000 professional accountants Rome More than 10 million visitors per year Experience the Italian culture through art, cuisine, music and the natural beauty of the country

3. 3 The Congress Concept Balancing Tradition and Innovation Our current worldwide scenario offers a unique opportunity to develop the future of the accountancy profession Observe and leverage on past events to develop and construct a new vision for the future Treasure historical learning – create a sustainable future

4. 4 Why the WCOA 2014 is Special and Different WCOA 2014 Rome Call for Academic Papers Technical Program Project Platform Unique VenueIntegrated Media Approach to Sponsorships

5. 5 NOVEMBER 9 SUNDAY 9:00-20:00Participants Registration NOVEMBER 10 MONDAY 9:00-16:00Participants Registration 16:30-20:00 Opening Ceremony Cocktail and Concert NOVEMBER 11 TUESDAY 9:00-11:00Plenary Session I 11:30-17:30Parallel Sessions5 Sessions in 3 sets of 1,5 h each NOVEMBER 12 WEDNESDAY 9:00-11:00Plenary Session II 11:30-15:30Parallel Sessions5 Sessions in 2 sets of 1,5 h each 16:00-17:00Dedicated SessionsRegional sessions or research paper presentation 19:00Gala Dinner buses leave from hotels 19:30Gala Dinner NOVEMBER 13 THURSDAY 9:00-11:00Plenary Session IIIAll Plenary Sessions and Closing 11:00-12.30Final Plenary SessionCeremony to be held in the three main halls 12.30-13.00Closing Ceremony Technical Program 4 Plenary Sessions – 25 Parallel Sessions - Regional Sessions

6. 6 The Venue Auditorium Parco della Musica The Auditorium Parco della Musica, designed by internationally renowned Italian architect Renzo Piano is located in the historical center of Rome It has been created to be the centre for music, culture and science. It hosts the world’s oldest simphonic orchestra, Accademia di Santa Cecilia It houses a magnificent ancient Roman Villa and a prestigious Museum of musical instruments Multiple seminar halls, press room, meeting rooms and exhibition areas make it a comprehensive venue where to hold the WCOA 2014

7. 7 Intellectual sharing at all levels: A dedicated exhibition area in the WCOA 2014 venue where institutes and firms irrespective of their size can showcase their projects on one or more of several specific themes, which will be identified in early 2013 Project Platform

8. 8 An open invitation to all IFAC members and Academia to provide their vision for the future Technical Scientific committee/IFAC to develop the theme – Q4 2012 Call for Scientific Papers - Q1 2013 Selection of projects - Q2/Q3 2013 Call for Academic Papers

9. 9 Flexible Sponsorship packages to reach maximum synergy Reaching out to different types of potential sponsors by providing opportunities at all levels Showcasing the intellectual richness which comes together during this event Sponsorship opportunities open: Q4 2012 Approach to Sponsorships

10. 10 Our Sponsorship Categories Technology Branding Project Platform Trevi Fountain- Standard Exhibit Booth Call for Academic Papers Other Sponsorship Opportunities Comprehensive Sponsorship Packages WCOA 2014 Rome Academic Research Award/WCOA 2014 Book Coliseum Sistine Chapel Pantheon Imperial Sponsor our main sponsor

11. 11 Integrated Media TV Studios –Dedicated Newsroom –Internal TV Channel –Satellite Broadcast –CNDCEC’s expertise in running its own satellite TV channel and web TV Web Technologies –Dedicated WCOA web site –WCOA official webcast on WCOA web site –Customized web content for Sponsor web sites –WCOA e-newsletter –Social networks

12. 12 Pre Congress: Generate Awareness During Congress: Present and Inform Post Congress: Leverage and Enhance

13. 13 Become part of the Event Our vision is provide a landmark event We invite you to be part of it! OC@wcoa2014rome.com