Short Programme in Intermediate Financial Reporting

Dreaming of becoming a CA(SA) but not quite ready for the Bridging Programme? This is where your journey begins.

The Short Programme in Intermediate Financial Reporting offered by Milpark Education will help students to achieve the minimum admission requirement and enable them to enrol for the BCTA Bridging Programme. 

Next Start Date

4 August 2025

Duration

6 months

NQF Level

N/A

SAQA ID

N/A

Credits

N/A

About the Programme

The Short Programme in Intermediate Financial Reporting will help students to achieve the minimum admission requirement and enable them to enrol for the BCTA Bridging Programme.

This transformative programme covers the interpretation and application of relevant International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), the compliance requirements of Value-Added Tax (VAT), and basic Income Tax laws within the context of a private company. Additionally, students will learn about the fundamental reporting and compliance principles relevant to basic business combinations.

Upon completion of this programme, students can apply for the BCTA Bridging Programme and take the next step in their academic journey towards CA(SA).

What We Offer 

  • Flexible learning that fits around your work and life. 
  • A structured weekly journey with easy-to-follow schedules.
  • Lecturers available for guidance during the day and after hours.
  • An engaging and supportive community walking the learning journey with you.
  • Choice to write assessments online or at one of our many venues across South Africa and Namibia. 

Programme Structure

Intermediate Financial Reporting and Compliance (IFRC01-OS)

This module consolidates and reinforces the core principles and concepts of financial reporting and compliance, focusing on initiating and processing journal entries and closing journal entries. Students will acquire knowledge on important conceptual reporting and compliance principles required for ethical leadership, focusing on South African companies trading in a global economy.

This programme: 

  • Is designed for students with an appropriate Bachelor of Commerce Degree, Diploma or equivalent qualification at NQF level 7, but who did not meet the minimum Financial Accounting/Reporting requirement.
  • Consists of one compulsory module called Intermediate Financial Reporting and Compliance (IFRC01-OS). 
  • Runs for a full semester, via the Distance Learning Online study mode.
  • Is offered in both semesters of the year.

  • A series of bite-sized videos covering all key concepts.
  • Quizzes to test your knowledge.
  • Comprehensive and flexible academic and non-academic (psychosocial) support.
  • One-on-one live online consultations with lecturers.
  • Weekly live online group discussions for each subject.
  • Mentorship from lecturers and past students.

An appropriate Bachelor of Commerce Degree, Diploma or equivalent qualification at NQF level 7.

Minimum Admission Requirements

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The qualification should, at minimum, include study of Financial Accounting/Reporting, aimed at preparing students to be Chartered Accountants, up to NQF level 6. For a qualification to be considered “appropriate”, it would usually have been obtained from a SAICA-accredited institution. If the undergraduate qualification is not from a SAICA-accredited institution, the applicant would need to demonstrate that their undergraduate qualification is aligned with SAICA’s competency framework.

Resources and Support Information

Factsheet

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RPL Requirements

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Textbooks

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Fees and Payment Terms

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Timetable

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Distance Learning Online

Milpark’s instructor-led online programmes offer flexible learning, as well as access to all content, activities, and assessments in our virtual learning environment. You’ll receive milestones to ensure you are focused, and regular online engagement with lecturers to support your learning. For all modules, you can also attend live classes or watch recordings at your convenience and be part of the online community of students.

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