Bursary holders are required to serve a three year (minimum) training contract with the firm on completion of their post-graduate studies. This period may be extended depending on the value of the bursary awarded or the number of years for which the bursary is awarded.<\/p>\n
A training contract is a learnership contract for 3 years where you will be applying the theory learnt at university to the practical environment, including:<\/i><\/p>\n
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\u2022 Performing audit procedures at clients to express an opinion on their financial records<\/p>\n
\u2022 Working closely with audit teams to ensure client deadlines are met<\/p>\n
\u2022 Working in a challenging business environment<\/p>\n
\u2022 Interacting with people on various levels of experience<\/p>\n
\u2022 Gaining a wealth of experience on best business practices<\/p>\n
\u2022 Progressing steadily throughout the three years to qualify as a Chartered Accountant, this includes writing the qualifying exams and achieving the necessary core hours as prescribed by SAICA. Core experience obtained during your learnership includes auditing, accounting, financial management, secretarial systems, taxation and estates, business information systems.<\/p>\n
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Competencies\/Skills:<\/b><\/p>\n
You can apply for a bursary if you intend to study or are studying towards the Chartered Accounting (South Africa) CA (SA) qualification.<\/p>\n
Qualifications include a B Com in accounting or equivalent at any SAICA (South African Institute of Chartered Accountants) accredited university.<\/p>\n
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Requirements<\/b><\/p>\n
Requirements for Grade 12:<\/p>\n
Must be writing for a matric exemption and university acceptance, with maths (pure maths not maths literacy) and English. Must be obtaining over 60% for all subjects.<\/p>\n
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Requirements for university students:<\/b><\/p>\n
You must obtain consistent passes in all your subjects.<\/p>\n
Other requirements include:<\/i><\/p>\n
\u2022 Proficient in English<\/p>\n
\u2022 Strong communication skills<\/p>\n
\u2022 Involvement in sport at school and\/or university<\/p>\n
\u2022 Good interpersonal skills<\/p>\n
\u2022 Drive and determination<\/p>\n
\u2022 Leadership potential<\/p>\n
\u2022 Team player<\/p>\n
\u2022 Deadline driven<\/p>\n
\u2022 Attention to detail<\/p>\n
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How to Apply?<\/b><\/p>\n