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Aspiring CAs
Supervising Member Forum:
Strengthening the Training Framework together over 140 supervising members to discuss key aspects of professional
Training Partner Awards Ceremony:
Recognizing Excellence in Training Ceremony, recognizing organizations that have newly entered in to CA Training
Regional Upskilling Programme
CA Sri Lanka Integrated Annual Report 2024
The Supervising Member Forum, held on December 4, 2024, , brought
experience. This forum focused on identifying core areas for improvement within
the Professional development process while encouraging CA members to play
an active role as supervisors, ensuring that trainees receive structured guidance
and mentorship throughout their training journey.
The event also provided a knowledge-sharing and networking platform for
supervising members, fostering a collaborative approach to student Professional
Experience. By engaging industry experts and senior professionals, the forum
reinforced CA Sri Lanka’s commitment to upholding the highest training
standards, equipping students with the practical skills and industry insights
required to thrive in their careers.
On December 4, 2024, CA Sri Lanka hosted the Training Partner Awards
Partner Network as Approved Training Partners. Certificates were awarded
to training partners who received Corporate and Strategic Level approvals in
2024, highlighting their dedication to nurturing the next generation of Chartered
Accountants.
This event also served as a platform to encourage more organizations to
collaborate with CA Sri Lanka, reinforcing the importance of high-quality
training opportunities in shaping the future of the profession. By strengthening
partnerships with industry leaders, CA Sri Lanka continues to create avenues for
students to gain hands-on experience and develop skills that align with global
professional standards.
Regional Upskilling Programmes Expanding Opportunities Beyond
Colombo
Recognizing the importance of equal access to professional development, CA
Sri Lanka organized Regional Upskilling Programmes aimed at empowering
students and trainees in outstation areas. These programmes were conducted
in the Northern and Northwestern Provinces, focusing on strengthening both
technical and soft skills among aspiring accountants.
The initiative provided students with valuable exposure to industry insights,
practical applications of accounting principles, and essential career skills such
as communication, leadership, and problem-solving. By decentralizing training
opportunities, CA Sri Lanka reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a skilled and
competent accounting workforce across the country.
Skills Development Programmes for final level students
The Institute conducted Skill Development Programmes for final-level
students in hybrid mode covering a range of topics including Communication
skills, Data Analytics, Entrepreneurship, ESG and more. The students made
group presentations at the end of the programme covering topics such as
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Reporting, Digital Transformation
in Accounting, Financial Fraud and Forensic Accounting, Corporate Governance
and Ethics, Risk Management and Internal Controls & Narratives Over Numbers.