Member value proposition

Considering that the world is rapidly moving forward, members and associates have to respond to the significant changes facing the accountancy profession. These include the increasing pace of change and disruptive technologies of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, as well as the continued improvement in technology and its broadening prevalence in the workplace. This is particularly relevant for accountants as intelligent systems can now execute some of their traditional basic functions. SAICA’s approach to creating members and associates who are fit for the future, include a new lifelong learning (CPD) policy, the CA2025 project and adapting our learning offerings to match a changing world of work.

To ensure that we uphold high pre- and post-qualification standards.

Members and associates can keep abreast of the latest information using channels of their preference. SAICA has various channels through which it communicates to ensure members and associates stay up to date with the latest information.

Ensure that I have focused development opportunities that will equip me for a changing world of work.

Ensure the professional premiership of the SAICA designations, including ongoing employability

SAICA enables me to participate in thought leadership discussions to ultimately make a positive difference in the profession, society and the economy.

To positively influence policies and operations in the public interest.

Committees and attend events which offer invaluable networking opportunities.

SAICA is an active participant in a number of international forums. Interactions with our global partners are an important part of our advocacy role, which provide SAICA with valuable input to our member engagement activities and inform global standard-setting. Our international partnerships also support our strategy, ensuring the continued relevance of the profession and providing member value through a platform where SAICA can promote the CA(SA) brand and the work of the professionals who hold this designation.

via the Member Portal as well as the Membership Services department

The SAICA Code of Professional Conduct sets out fundamental principles of ethics for professional accountants, reflecting the profession’s recognition of its public interest responsibility. These principles establish the standard of behaviour expected of a professional accountant. The fundamental principles are: integrity, objectivity, professional competence and due care, confidentiality, and professional behaviour

Underpinned by the SAICA by-laws, maintain the value of SAICA designations in the marketplace.

By being an example of value creation for me and the country through project that grow the pipeline of future business leaders and provide decent and meaningful opportunities for disenfranchised South Africans. Among South Africa’s top three areas of concern are the lack of access to quality education to all, extreme poverty and unemployment, particularly in the youth demographic, and the ever-growing inequality gap that exists between our citizens.

Which is one of the top five leading drivers of trust and admiration in the SAICA designations.