Promoting Inclusivity Through an Accounting Technician Qualification
by StudyMalaysia.com on June 13, 2024 | Top Stories
Like other countries, Malaysia too faces a shortage of qualified accountancy professionals. According to targets for the development of the accounting sector which were published in the Economic Transformation Programme in 2010, Malaysia aimed to produce 60,000 accountants by 2020, which was subsequently revised to 2030. To date, there are close to 40,000 members registered with the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA), who are the professional accountants referred to as Chartered Accountant (M) based on the Accountants Act 1967.
To address the challenges of training more accountants, one solution is to establish recognised standards for Accounting Technicians based on the foundation proficiency level in line with the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) International Education Standards. Therefore, MIA has developed a competency framework for accountancy professionals that includes Accounting Technicians, to be more inclusive and considering the demands of this professional title as well as employer feedback.
The MIA Competency Framework has been developed to ensure the future relevance of the profession and future fitness of accountancy professionals, including by focusing on the role of accounting technicians. The Association for Accounting Technicians (AAT) is the world’s leading professional body for Accounting Technicians and offers qualifications in Malaysia, which provide an option for many more people to gain access to a career in accountancy.?
Read More: ?
- Image by from
You May Also Be Interested In...
厂迟耻诲测惭补濒补测蝉颈补.肠辞尘：您的一站式高等教育资讯
无论您还在唸中学或是刚从学校毕业，您都可以从厂迟耻诲...Education Fair for Foundation Studies
All SPM school leavers are invited to visit FOUNDATION EDUCATION FAIR ...What You Need To Know About The Current Job Market If You
Are you currently studying at college or university? Perhaps you’re ...What You Need to Know About PTPTN Loans
The PTPTN Loan Scheme (Perbadanan Tabung Pendidikan Tinggi National) i...The Affordable Private Universities and College in Malaysia (2025) Offering High-Quality Education
Choosing an affordable private university in Malaysia is a crucial dec...Interview with a Yaw Teck Seng Foundation scholarship recipient
Faery Bin Sapikin is a Yaw Teck Seng Foundation scholar. He pursued a ...
You can discover a wide range of universities and colleges in Malaysia that align with your academic goals , campus preferences, location and within your budget. Find the perfect place to pursue your studies and achieve your aspirations. Parents too, can explore a list of quality international schools for their children.
