Deakin University Melbourne Australia has recognised Institute of Certified Management Accountants of Sri Lanka (CMA Sri Lanka) Professional Program Foundation and Operational Level for credit transfer to the second year of Deakin University M300 Bachelor of Commerce Degree program.
Deakin Business School (DBS) is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). AACSB accreditation is awarded to business schools that meet strict standards of quality, academic and professional excellence, and is known worldwide as the longest standing, most recognised form of professional accreditation which an institution and its business program can earn. Only 5% of business programs worldwide are AACSB accredited, and DBS is one of only three in Victoria.
CMA Sri Lanka is the National Professional Management Accounting Body in Sri Lanka incorporated by the Parliament Act No. 23 of 2009 and a member of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC), the global organisation for the accountancy profession dedicated to serving the public interest by strengthening the profession and contributing to the development of strong international economies.
IFAC is comprised of over 175 members and associates in more than 130 countries and jurisdictions, representing almost 3 million accountants in public practice, education, government service, industry, and commerce. CMA Sri Lanka is also a member of the South Asian Federation of Accountants (SAFA) and the Confederation of Asian and Pacific Accountants (CAPA).
CMA Sri Lanka will have a faculty of experienced professionals and academics to conduct a special full-time program for students who wish to transfer to the Deakin Bachelor of Business Degree Program commencing 17 January.