CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS (CPA)

CPA Course Overview

CPA is a professional examination aimed at qualifying individuals for careers in Accountancy. Upon qualifying, one can join the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK). This course provides the essential background for careers in Financial Management, Auditing, and Taxation advisory services, among others. It also equips individuals with the necessary knowledge to run their own ventures in the future.

Requirements to be Registered as a CPA Student

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with an aggregate average of at least grade C+ (C plus) or its equivalent.
• Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE) with at least TWO Principal passes, provided the applicant has credits in Mathematics and English at the Kenya Certificate of Education (KCE) level or equivalent qualifications.
• KASNEB technician, diploma, or professional examination certificate.
• A degree from a recognized university.
• International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examination with grade C in 6 papers, including C in both English and Mathematics.
• Other certificates or diplomas as approved by KASNEB.

Curriculum Road Map

Foundation Level

• Financial Accounting
• Communication Skills
• Introduction to Law and Governance
• Economics
• Quantitative Analysis
• Information Communication Technology

Intermediate Level

• Company Law
• Financial Management
• Financial Reporting and Analysis (Incorporating IPSAS)
• Auditing and Assurance
• Management Accounting
• Public Finance and Taxation

Advanced Level

• Leadership and Management
• Advanced Financial Reporting

Specialization (Select one; double specialization allowed)

• Advanced Taxation
• Advanced Auditing and Assurance
• Advanced Management Accounting
• Advanced Public Financial Management