What is Accounting?
Accounting, also known as accountancy, is the measurement, processing, and communication of financial and non-financial information about economic entities such as businesses and corporations.
How Long Does It Take To Study Accounting In South Africa?
Accounting (SA) usually takes 7 years (3-year degree; 1-year honors and 3-years internship)
provided you are able to complete the undergraduate qualification; postgraduate qualification and board exams in the minimum time.
Schools That Offer Accounting Courses In South Africa
Here is the List Of Accounting Schools In South Africa;
University of Cape Town
University of Pretoria
University of Witwatersrand
Stellenbosch University
Rhodes University
University of KwaZulu-Natal
University of the Western Cape
University of South Africa
University of Johannesburg
University of the Free State
What is the best university to study accounting in South Africa?
Here are some of the best universities to study accounting in South Africa
University of Pretoria
University of Cape Town
University of Witwatersrand
Which type of accounting pays the most?
1) Financial Controller. Annual provincial median salary: R1477204.38
3) Chartered Accountant. Annual provincial median salary: R963547.34
5) CGA (Certified General Accountant) Annual provincial median salary: R963547.34.
7) Financial Analyst.
9) Staff Accountant.
How do I become a successful accountant?
You Shine Behind the Scenes.
You’re Detail-Oriented.
You Can Think of Money as Numbers.
You’re Tech-Savvy.
You Have a Strong Work Ethic.
You Value Personal and Professional Integrity.
You Have Great Communication Skills.
You’re a Team Player.