The purpose of this guide is to help you with your study and research in the field of Accounting by gathering all the resources that you will need (books, journals, databases, websites and a referencing guide) into one place.
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Index to articles and editorials in the taxpayer:1952 to 2021 by 
International tax : a South African perspective : 2008 by 
The Department of Accounting is one of the largest departments at Rhodes University, with twenty three staff members and more than 800 students.
The Department is accredited by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants for purposes of the qualifying examinations for admission as Chartered Accountants. Graduates of the Department have consistently achieved outstanding success in parts 1 and 2 of the qualifying examinations. The accredited courses also grant exemption for most of the intermediate-level modules of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).
In addition to the Postgraduate Diploma in Accountancy (equivalent of the CTA), the department also offers a Postgraduate Diploma in Taxation. This program has become a popular choice among students who wish to follow a career as a tax specialist.
The Department also offers post-graduate programmes to PhD level. The Masters degree in Taxation is done by coursework and thesis on a part time basis and is highly regarded by the profession.
Successful accountants can think logically, communicate effectively and enjoy working with people; they behave ethically and have a willingness to develop sound judgement.
An Accounting specialisation is useful for anyone who wishes to prepare for a career in business or in the accounting profession. With this qualification, you will be able to work in any size or type of organisation and in any employment sector in any country. Successful professional accountants must be able to think logically, laterally and strategically.
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Source: Department of Accounting website (November 2024)
The Thuthuka and FASSET Bursary Funds are aimed at academically-strong students, excelling in Mathematics who wish to pursue a career in Chartered Accountancy (CA) in South Africa. Through these funds, the Accounting Department’s primary objective is to create access, by the provision of funding, for African students studying towards CA(SA) and similar accountancy professional designations. “We believe that this is a critical aspect of bringing about the transformation of our profession,” stated the Head of Department, Professor Jackie Arendse
The recipients of the funds have their fees paid, receive funds for accommodation, textbooks and a monthly stipend. The programmes also provides mentorship and soft skills to the bursary students. By February 2024 the investment had yielded positive results with more than 40 students on the bursary programmes completing their BCom degrees. In addition, 46 had passed the PDipAcc and 18 graduates had gone on to pass the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants’ (SAICA) Initial Test of Competence. These students are well on their way to complete the exams necessary to qualify as Chartered Accountants (SA).
3rd year Accounting student, Zintle Nonqayi speaking during the February 2024 launch, while Professor Jackie Arendse looks on
