How Many Years To Study Chartered Accounting In South Africa

What is Chartered Accounting?

Chartered accountants are professional accountants who are qualified to take on several specific activities within the spectrum of accountancy.

How Many Years To Study Chartered Accounting In South Africa?

Qualifying as a Chartered Accountant (SA) usually takes 7 years (3-year degree; 1-year honors and 3-year internship) provided you are able to complete the undergraduate qualification; postgraduate qualification and board exams in the minimum time.

How do I become a chartered accountant in SA?

The journey towards a CA (SA) professional qualification includes three major steps. These are: (1) obtaining the necessary university qualifications, (2) completing a leadership program, and (3) completing two final professional examinations administered by SAICA.

How much does it cost to study chartered accountants in South Africa?

Top Universities in South Africa and their 2021 fees for an undergraduate degree in Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Bachelor of Accounting Science (Chartered Accountant stream) in no particular order: University of Cape Town – Ranges from R 66 280 to R 84 760.

Who is the youngest Chartered Accountant in South Africa?

The drive and enthusiasm of people at both ends of the spectrum – people who qualify at a very young age and those who do so when they are more mature in years – are inspirational in different ways. Shaah Bootha, the youngest to qualify as CA(SA) at the age of 23, shares his journey and insights about the profession.