The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) has introduced the Singapore Chartered Accountant Qualification (SCAQ) Career Mobility Programme (CMP), designed to support accountancy undergraduates in achieving the Chartered Accountant of Singapore designation. Launched on 5 March 2025, the programme aims to bolster the accountancy talent pipeline and support regional business growth, beginning with a pilot in Vietnam and expanding to other countries by Q2 2025.
ISCA will collaborate with Accredited Training Organisations (ATOs) and their international networks to offer high-quality training and development. This includes creating cross-border work opportunities such as exchanges and secondments, allowing candidates to gain overseas work experience and cross-cultural insights. ISCA President Teo Ser Luck stated, “The launch of the CMP is a significant step towards enhancing ISCA’s impact on the accountancy profession both in Singapore and beyond.”
KPMG Vietnam and KPMG in Singapore are the first ATOs to partner with ISCA’s CMP, offering professional stints in each other’s offices. This partnership aims to address manpower shortages and enhance the profession’s appeal in the region. Chang Hung Chun, Managing Partner at KPMG Vietnam & Cambodia, remarked, “This MOU marks a significant milestone in the strong partnership between ISCA and KPMG, enabling cross-border mobility.”
The CMP is part of ISCA’s broader strategy to expand its regional presence, with agreements signed with leading Vietnamese universities to nurture accountancy talent. Additionally, ISCA has launched a Professional Services Centre in Ho Chi Minh City to promote professional services and support business growth.
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