On the 1st of January 2006 The Association changed its name from Zimbabwe Association of Accounting Technicians (ZAAT) to Southern Africa Association of Accountants (SAAA). The new name is broad enough to encompass the whole region. A curriculum review was carried out and as a result the Association now carries a Two-Tier qualification: - The SAAA (Technician) and The SAAA (Accountant) Read more...
Members will have opportunities to for exchange of views among themselves and others, and to encourage and promote delivery of lectures and the reading and discussion of papers relating to accountancy work and related interests of all members.
Student Members will recieve a recognised qualification.
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SOUTH AFRICA
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On the 1st of January 2006 The Association changed its name from: - Zimbabwe Association of Accounting Technicians (ZAAT) to:- Southern Africa Association of Accountants (SAAA)
The new name is broad enough to encompass the whole region.
Curriculum review A curriculum review was carried out and as a result the Association now carries a Two-Tier qualification: - The SAAA (Technician) and The SAAA (Accountant)
After The Association reviewed its syllabi and curricular and came up with a higher qualification, the Higher Diploma in Accountants it was felt that this qualification was more challenging and more demanding therefore it was accorded the higher status of Accountant as opposed to the Technician which is suggested by the name (Zimbabwe Association of Accounting Technicians). Therefore, holders of the SAAA Higher Diploma in Accountants will be awarded the Accountant Status.
Structure A student who completes or gains exemption from all subjects in Parts 1, 2 and 3 will be issued the SAAA Diploma in Accountancy. The proud holder of a SAAA Diploma will be accorded The SAAA Technician Status.
SAAA Diploma in Accountancy graduates can opt to study this course and write examinations for the SAAA Higher Diploma in Accountancy. The course is designed to equip managerial personnel in the financial sector with financial management skills. Candidates who study this course should hold a SAAA Diploma in Accountancy or equivalent. Holders of the SAAA Higher Diploma will be accorded The SAAA Accountant Status.
SAAA is a Homegrown, Practical and Hands on Qualification.
We have grown from being an Accounting Technician Institute to being an Autonomous Accounting Body.
