Course Catalogue

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Assurance Levels That Keep You (and Your Clients) Out of Trouble

What each level of assurance means—compilation, independent review, and audit When you’re legally required to perform assurance under the Companies Act How to protect yourself (and charge properly) when signing off financials

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Beyond the Numbers, Telling the Full Story with Integrated Reporting

Know the difference between sustainability , integrated reporting , and “greenwashing” fluff Understand the “six capitals” and how they’re reshaping reporting expectations Learn how to use integrated thinking to show long-term value (and make yourself more valuable too) See how global frameworks like the and GRI really work— and how to apply them Pick up practical insights you can start using—whether you're in public practice or commerce

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Ethics in Practice: How to Protect Your Reputation (and Stay Out of Trouble)

What’s changed in the IESBA Code—and how to stay compliant How to handle sticky situations (NOCLAR, anyone?) before they become career-ending Practical tools to make ethical decisions faster and with more confidence How real accountants have dealt with real problems—and what you can learn from them

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Negotiation skills: Effectively negotiating with vendors, clients and other stakeholders

The 5 negotiation tactics every accountant must master How to stand your ground with SARS (without burning bridges) Ways to charge what you’re worth —and stop discounting to close deals How to navigate internal power plays when you report to senior execs The mindset shift that turns “just an accountant” into a confident dealmaker

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SARS e@syFile Version 8.0.0- Addressing Employer Filing Season challenges and filing

How to install and use the new e@syFile Thin Client the right way What to avoid—top e@syFile mistakes that trip up even experienced users How e@syFile now talks to eFiling (and why it matters for deadlines and sync issues) Fixes for recent technical problems from the field Where to get help—real answers to problems CIBA members are facing now

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Stop Guessing, Start Growing: Capital Budgeting That Works

Master the core tools: NPV, IRR, Payback Period, ARR, PI Know when the numbers lie: how to factor in risk, tax, working capital, and more Evaluate decisions beyond the spreadsheet—when non-financial factors matter Learn to spot red flags in investment proposals and business cases Use capital budgeting to advise clients or execs with confidence

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CIBA and FASSET Data Analytics Course Material

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CIBA Practice Management Roadshow 2025 Growing Practices. Growing the Economy - Durban

How to use AI and automation to reduce admin, improve accuracy, and increase practice profits Which CIPC updates, compliance risks, and legislative proposals could impact your license or income Why international decisions are shaping South Africa’s nonprofit space, and what that means for your clients How to market yourself as a trusted advisor and grow your client base without relying on paid ads What tools top-performing firms are using to manage workflows, staff, and client communication How to turn practice data into insights that help you cross-sell, retain clients, and drive growth What local economic initiatives and chambers are doing, and how to align your practice with them Which funding solutions are available for small firms and how to help your clients access growth finance How CIBA’s resource-sharing network can help you do more, faster, with less risk What you can automate right now, from client onboarding to SARS submissions, and how to start today

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CIBA Practice Management Roadshow 2025 Growing Practices. Growing the Economy - Gqeberha (PE)

How to use AI and automation to reduce admin, improve accuracy, and increase practice profits Which CIPC updates, compliance risks, and legislative proposals could impact your license or income Why international decisions are shaping South Africa’s nonprofit space, and what that means for your clients How to market yourself as a trusted advisor and grow your client base without relying on paid ads What tools top-performing firms are using to manage workflows, staff, and client communication How to turn practice data into insights that help you cross-sell, retain clients, and drive growth What local economic initiatives and chambers are doing, and how to align your practice with them Which funding solutions are available for small firms and how to help your clients access growth finance How CIBA’s resource-sharing network can help you do more, faster, with less risk What you can automate right now, from client onboarding to SARS submissions, and how to start today

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Dividends & Corporate Distributions: Are You Missing Hidden Tax Traps?

The real meaning of “dividend” for tax purposes—and when SARS sees it differently How returns of capital can create surprise CGT bills The normal tax vs dividends tax breakdown (and how to avoid overlap) Smart ways to handle share buy-backs and preference dividends When your clients can actually claim exemptions—and when they’re dreaming

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Ethics in Tax Practices

Understanding and applying the ethical requirements of the IESBA in tax practices Understanding the core principles of tax ethics. Responsibility of Tax Professionals. Ethical implications of tax planning.

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Qualify - Auditing II

Accreditation The Chartered Institute of Business Accountants NPC is a professional body accredited by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) - Professional Body ID 874. On successful completion of the final exam you will receive a certificate of completion issued by CIBA that serves as evidence of competency in the analysis, preparation and reporting of financial statements in accordance with International Standards and Local Regulations for legal entities, related and consolidated groups. The certificate is issued in terms of the National Policy for the Implementation of the Recognition of Prior Learning as authorized by SAQA and is regarded by CIBA as meeting the competency criteria approved by SAQA for admission as a BAP(SA).