KPMG in Qatar has recently become an accredited training provider for the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales’ chartered accountant qualification, the ACA.
The ACA is one of the most advanced learning and professional development programmes available. It provides participants with an in-depth understanding across accountancy; finance and business, helping build the technical knowledge, professional skills and practical experience participants need to become an ICAEW chartered accountant.
Omar Mahmood, audit partner and ICAEW’s Qatar representative, said: “At KPMG in Qatar, we are committed to continually providing our people with opportunities to develop their skills and attain professional qualifications. By enabling our people to take the ACA qualification, we are not only enriching their personal skills but also ensuring that our clients have the most qualified and technically able teams supporting them.”
KPMG in Qatar currently employs around 30 chartered accountants and several people are currently undertaking professional qualifications to achieve this.
To become a chartered account through taking the ACA, participants are required to complete a minimum of 450 days of practical work experience from an authorised training employer, as well as complete 15 modules across a variety of topics.
Mahmood currently leads the Doha Chapter of ICAEW and will be the ‘Qualified Person Responsible for Training (QPRT)’ for all KPMG employees intending to pursue the course.
The ICAEW is a professional membership organisation that promotes, develops and supports more than 146,000 members worldwide. The institute provides members with the knowledge and guidance, and ensure ICAEW chartered accountants are meeting the highest ethical and technical standards.