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CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD)

          The Institute places a high priority on supporting the Continuous Professional   h   CPD Accredited Programmes:
          Development (CPD) of the members of CA Sri Lanka.  The CPD Division is determined   Overseas Chapters
          in bridging the gaps related to key skills & competencies and knowledge required in the      CPD accredited programmes
          enhancement of the professional development in members. Elevating the professional   are tailored for CA members are
          development enables them to face the emerging challenges of the turbulent micro and   conducted by overseas chapters:
          macro environment, successfully leading towards career advancement opportunities.
                                                                                   Canada, Australia and the Gulf
                                                                                   region focusing on accelerating
          CA Sri Lanka, as a member of the International Federation of Chartered Accountants   the professional competence that
          (IFAC) ensures that the members develop skills and competencies required for career   are required to perform their role
          advancement. The members should earn a minimum of 20 CPD hours annually and a   successfully. The CPD programmes
          minimum of 120 CPD hours in every rolling- 3-year period.
                                                                                   are focused on contemporary
                                                                                   themes and the disciplines related to
          Performance Highlights                                                   Accounting, Audit and Finance and
              2023                                        2022                     development of soft skills.
             122                     No. of programmes    146                  h   Enhanced Engagement Procedures
                                       conducted
                                                                                   To foster greater engagement among
             427                       CPD Hours          511                      CA members and other participants,
                                                                                   innovative procedures and
                                                                                   strategies have been implemented.
                                                                                   These measures aim to create
          Strategic Initiatives                 physical programmes, forums and    interactive and participatory learning
          h   Diverse Programme Offerings       seminars serve as versatile platforms   experiences, encouraging active
                                                for delivering these programmes,
             The CPD programmes at CA Sri       ensuring accessibility and flexibility   involvement and knowledge-sharing
             Lanka are meticulously designed    for all participants. The programmes   among peers.
             to cater to a wide spectrum of     cover a diverse range of topics,
             professional needs. From experienced   with a particular emphasis on public
             professionals to younger members,   speaking and sustainability and green
             the programmes are structured to   finance in the year 2023.
             enhance skills and competencies
             across various disciplines. Webinars,
                                              Future Outlook
                                              In the future, CA Sri Lanka ensures further expansion and enrichment of the CPD
                                              offerings by embracing technology and forging strategic partnerships. CA Sri Lanka is
                                              committed to fostering a dynamic learning ecosystem that empowers professionals to
                                              excel in an ever-evolving business landscape.


























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