CTA PROGRAMMES

Programme Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this programme, students will be able to: Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of accounting disciplines through critical and creative thought, problem-solving and holistic analysis in an innovative and changing environment.

Apply International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) in preparing and analysing individual and group financial statements.

Apply management accounting and financial management principles in order to provide useful and context-specific advice that assists in financial decision-making.

Apply advanced knowledge of the Income Tax Act, the VAT Act, the Estate Duty Act, the Tax Administration Act and SARS’ Practice Notes to calculate taxable income and tax liabilities and provide detailed explanations of appropriate tax principles.

Apply advanced knowledge of external auditing, including taking account of the legal and regulatory environment that governs auditors.

Demonstrate an advanced understanding of ethical behaviour required of a chartered accountant and a citizen.

Apply advanced knowledge of business risk management, corporate governance and strategy.