Does Your PGDA Need to be SAICA Accredited?

A SAICA-accredited PGDA is your gateway to the Initial Test of Competence (ITC) exam from the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA). With additional exams from SAICA and training, you can qualify as a Chartered Accountant (CA).

REGENT offers a SAICA-accredited Post Graduate Diploma in Accounting that will equip you with the necessary knowledge to progress with your ITC exams. 

But what exactly does it mean to be SAICA accredited? And does your PGDA need to be SAICA-accredited for you to pursue a successful career? Because, without a SAICA-accredited PGDA, students cannot progress in their study journey. And that will impact whether they can eventually qualify as a CA.

In this article, we will look at a PGDA qualification, and whether your PGDA needs to be SAICA accredited. In addition we’ll discuss the different careers you can pursue with this qualification. 

What is a PGDA qualification?

A Post Graduate Diploma in Accounting (PGDA) is a one-year course that integrates the study of theory and the practical application of financial accounting, auditing, taxation and management accounting. It is an integrated and intensive study programme.

Integrating the four extensive modules enables the student to apply a dynamic and practical approach to solving real-world problems. Therefore, students learn skills and knowledge necessary to further develop themselves as business leaders or entrepreneurs. 

The programme prepares students by covering the material needed for the ITC examination that the SAICA sets.

REGENT offers a SAICA-accredited PGDA programme on a blended learning platform as a distance education service provider across the country. Hence, we cater for working-class students.

Do you need a SAICA-accredited PGDA?

SAICA accredits PGDAs to ensure they meet the standards required to access the ITC professional exams. 

Having a SAICA accreditation means that we deliver a top-class PGDA programme, following SAICA requirements enabling high standards and quality across all modules. 

Bottom line: You can only access the ITC exams to pursue a career as a Chartered Accountant if the SAICA accredits the PGDA.

What can you do with a postgraduate diploma in accounting? 

The PGDA programme provides students with a mix of finance, accounting, auditing, and management accounting skills. 

Individuals can attain leadership, management, and supervisory roles utilising the PGDA in the above mentioned fields. In addition, due to its dynamic and integrated nature, one can become an entrepreneur.

Get your SAICA-accredited PGDA with REGENT

If you plan on becoming a Chartered Accountant, you must ensure that you are taking a SAICA-accredited PGDA course. At REGENT, we are SAICA-accredited with experienced staff on the programme who will assist you with a successful student journey.