Business, Commerce and Management Studies - Finance Economics and Accounting
The Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting Science program is designed to prepare learners for a career as Chartered Accountants (CAs) and postgraduate accounting studies. The qualification aligns with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) Competency Framework to equip learners with discipline-specific knowledge and skills. Professional skills, personal attributes, and ethical behavior are emphasized throughout the curriculum. Specialization in areas such as Financial Accounting, Auditing, Financial Management, and Taxation will facilitate progression to a postgraduate qualification.
Upon completing the program, learners will be able to:
South Africa currently has a shortage of Chartered Accountants, particularly among African individuals. By offering this qualification in a rural area with a predominantly African population, the university aims to address the demographic gap in the accounting profession. Accountancy has been identified as one of the top 100 scarce skills in South Africa, and the demand for CAs and General Accountants is high according to SAICA data. This underscores the importance and relevance of this qualification in addressing the financial skills shortage in the country.
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