MICPA x CA ANZ Qualifying Programme (Advanced Stage Examination)

Overview

Established as the only Malaysian professional accountancy body since 1958, MICPA has played a key role in the setting of accounting standards & technical advisory for the Malaysian regulatory bodies responsible for carving out the business and financial landscape of this country.

The  MICPA x CA ANZ Qualifying Programme (ASE) is a unique collaboration between MICPA and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ). This programme leads to 2 professional qualifications* awarded by both bodies, and access to the Global Accounting Alliance (GAA), upon completion of the following components:

• Programme subjects
• 3 years of mentored approved work experience with an Approved Training Employer (ATE)

*Terms and Conditions apply

The MICPA x CA ANZ Qualifying Programme Entry Requirements

Candidates who complete the MICPA x CA ANZ Qualifying Programme, but have yet to fulfill the practical experience requirement are eligible to apply to become a Provisional Member of MICPA.

Upon fulfilling both requirements above, candidates may apply for full membership of MICPA and CA ANZ bearing the titles CPA(M) & CA(ANZ).

Ready to apply? Applications for the MICPA x CA ANZ Qualifying Programme are now open. Please register your interest for Term 4, 2022, by July 29. Click here to apply. 

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Programme Features

MICPA is renowned for its rigorous professional programme that has developed many reputable luminaries in various industries over the decades. Our members are well rounded business leaders who strive to make a difference for people, businesses, communities and economies; both locally and around the world. They are equipped with technical and soft skills, exceptional commercial acumen, professional skepticism and critical thinking. They share a passion of lifelong learning, allowing them to stay up-to-date with the changing nature of businesses- all within an ethical framework.

In order to address the changing nature of work and global disruptions of professions, we are pleased to launch the new MICPA x CA ANZ Qualifying Programme, which includes the addition of technology-based subjects into the programme, and showcases a revolutionary method of delivering content through fully coursework-based subjects and minimal invigilated examinations – aimed to ensure a deeper understanding of key concepts and theories underpinning an accountant’s work.

Click here to learn more about the features of the MICPA x CA ANZ Qualifying Programme.

Programme Features

Programme Subjects

This programme offers a balanced curriculum between technical and professional capabilities, as well as the introduction of future priorities for the accounting profession. It allows for greater specialisation through elective content, and the hours have been adjusted for personalised, and impactful learning.

The subjects are designed to be self-study, to provide candidates with the autonomy to manage their time whilst coping with their work schedules. Ample resources are available, including access to an online learning portal to support a candidate’s progress through the programme.

This combination creates an environment that encourages our candidates to develop strong technical skills, appropriate values, ethics and attitudes, outstanding professional competence, and an exciting future in which they are capable of making a positive contribution to the profession and society.

Our holistic approach to the development of competencies fulfills employer and public expectations that our professionals can be relied on to provide accurate, complete and independent information and advice.

Our candidates have the option of undertaking the subjects on a full-time basis, and can complete all subjects prior to commencing the mentored practical experience with an Approved Training Employers (ATE). The practical experience is counted only for registered candidates who are attached to an ATE and in a relevant field of work.

The subject outlines & descriptions can be found by clicking on the subject names below:

Key features:

• 4 terms offered per year (Refer to Scheduling on the MICPA website)
• Full-time or part-time study.
• Candidates may commence the Programme as early as Year 3 of an accredited Degree. (Terms & conditions apply)
• Can complete all subjects within 1 year for full-time study, or within 2 or more years part-time
• Open book assessments train candidates to think critically and analytically, to problem-solve and provide workable solutions, mimicking the real world
• Workshops and group work encourage development of people skills, teamwork and self-confidence in a safe environment
• Fully coursework-based subjects (Refer to subjects with asterisk* in diagram)
• Subjects with an invigilated exam component will have the exams conducted online & invigilated remotely
• Our Taxation subject is based on Malaysian taxation laws
• For each subject, candidates receive the Study Guide digitally
• Subject Discussion Forums: Discussion forums are where candidates can ask questions and contribute to discussions in the learning portal.

There are many ways you could complete this programme – from self study, to looking for study support. If you are keen on getting additional support, here are some of our tuition service providers you could be in touch with.

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I chose the MICPA x CA ANZ Qualifying Programme because I wanted to qualify as a member of both professional bodies – MICPA & CA ANZ. Secondly, this Programme can be completed rather quickly. I completed it within 2.5 years as a part-time candidate. The Programme helped in giving me the latest updates in the profession & equipped me with up-to-date changes in accounting standards which was transferable to my professional career pathway. The structure of the Programme was also very useful in developing critical thinking & public speaking skills, especially through the Capstone module, which required us to showcase the application of the skills & knowledge gained from the other modules which was crucial in my professional journey.

Sohan Akaash Singh
Most Outstanding MICPA Student Award 2019
Bachelor of Accounting & Finance, Sunway University, Malaysia

The MICPA x CA ANZ Qualifying Programme was a good choice for me because of its unique proposition of delivering a dual qualification. I also appreciated that it was flexible, & I could self-study for the exams. The modules are not purely exam-based but consisted of collaborative learning within the cohort. I do believe that develops problem-solving skills as a team which is useful in the working world & has improved my skills as a problem-solver.

Rachel Cheok Sue Lynn
Most Outstanding MICPA Student Award 2020
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting & Finance), University of Melbourne, Australia