JIEB: how to succeed and master numbers questions

Event information

In this webinar Charanjit Uppal from Charanjit Insolvency & Recovery Training Ltd will be joined by QAD’s Tracey Reid to discuss the JIEB exam. Having recently passed the exam, Tracey will discuss with Charanjit what went well and share insights and strategies for tackling the JIEB exams. They will draw on the 2024 exam paper as a case study and Charanjit will run through a ‘numbers’ question on preparing a statement of affairs. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage with the presenters to clarify any doubts they may have, be they current students, future students or firms supporting their staff.

Key benefits

• Learn practical tips and strategies for success in the JIEB exams.
• Tackling numbers questions, and a general reminder on how to complete a statement of affairs.
• Valuable insight for those preparing to sit, or retake, the exams in 2025, or those considering sitting the exams in 2026 and beyond.
• Insight for firms on the JIEB exams to allow you to better support your staff.

About the speakers

	Charanjit Uppal, Charanjit Insolvency & Recovery Training Ltd Charanjit Uppal is a seasoned insolvency and restructuring professional with over 25 years of experience in legal practice and education. After earning his law degree and qualifying as a solicitor, he specialised in insolvency law, achieving the Joint Insolvency Examination Board (JIEB) qualification and obtaining higher rights of audience. In 2007, Charanjit transitioned from legal practice to education. Over nearly two decades, he has become a respected figure in the field, training countless professionals and collaborating closely with the ICAEW. His teaching style, known for its rigor and effectiveness, earned him widespread recognition among students and peers alike. In March 2025, Charanjit founded Charanjit Insolvency & Recovery Training Ltd where he continues to deliver specialised training in insolvency and restructuring including the JIEB exams.
	Tracey Reid, Reviewer, Quality Assurance, ICAEW Tracey has over 14 years’ insolvency experience and is JIEB qualified. She has worked in firms ranging from a small boutique to medium sized firms. Tracey joined ICAEW’s QAD department in 2024 as a reviewer, spending around 75% of her time completing insolvency reviews and the remaining 25% carrying out practice assurance visits. Outside of work, Tracey enjoys gardening, baking, reading and is a big foodie.
	Victoria Alexandrou, Insolvency Manager, ICAEW Victoria has over 20 years’ insolvency experience. She has worked in firms ranging from a sole practitioner to one of the Big 4. Victoria completed the JIEB in 2011. She joined ICAEW’s QAD department in 2016 and has recently been promoted to insolvency manager. Outside of work, Victoria spends much of the summer months attending various motoring events around the country.

CPD hours

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Costs

This webinar is free to attend.

ICAEW members and non-members are welcome to join. This event is organised by the Restructuring & Insolvency Community. Please click here to join online.