29.10.2025 The Role of the Accountancy Board within the Context of the Accountancy Profession Act

Fee €50
Fee €55 After deadline
UM Student €40

29.10.25

Starting Date

14:00 - 17:00

Time

3 hours

Duration

Online via ZOOM

Location

About the Course

The Department of Accountancy – University of Malta – in collaboration with Malta University Consulting Ltd is holding this CPE seminar which qualifies for 3 hours (Core Competencies) of Continued Professional Education.

This session provides an in-depth review of the Accountancy Board’s pivotal role as a guardian of the public interest within the framework of the Accountancy Profession Act. It outlines the key functions of the Board, focusing on its regulatory and developmental responsibilities.

Participants will gain insights into the legislation and directives underpinning the profession, as well as the practical steps taken by the Board to ensure compliance and high professional standards. The session will highlight the work of the Board's sub-committees, established to address specific areas of professional development and oversight.

Collaboration with local stakeholders is a cornerstone of the Board’s approach, with guidelines and standards developed to align with international, European, and national best practices. Additionally, the Board's involvement in international fora ensures it remains informed of global trends and ongoing professional developments.

The session will also dwell upon the activities of the Quality Assurance Unit, emphasising its role in enforcing standards, providing guidance, and supporting local Practicing Certificate Holders through education and outreach.

Throughout the presentation, the Board's commitment to safeguarding the public interest will remain central, illustrated by concrete examples of the methods and initiatives employed to achieve this mission.

 

Course Trainers

Edgar Francis Borg currently serves as the Chairman of the Accountancy Board, where he plays a central role in safeguarding the public interest and advancing the regulation and development of the accountancy profession in Malta. He brings significant experience in finance, administration, and governance. Until the end of 2023, Mr. Borg held the position of Chief Finance and Administration Officer at the Ministry of Health, where he was responsible for overseeing a €1 billion budget and leading a team of senior financial controllers. His extensive career includes serving as Group Finance Director at GO plc (formerly Maltacom plc). He played a key role in the company’s privatisation and listing on international stock exchanges. In addition to his local involvement, Mr. Borg has extensive international experience, having served as a senior consultant for the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), where he led high-profile financial and regulatory projects in Europe, the Caribbean, and emerging markets. He has also chaired international conferences, such as the ITU World Telecommunication Development Conference, and contributed to strategic initiatives in global telecommunications. A Fellow of the Chartered Association of Certified Accountants (FCCA) and a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), a Fellow of the Institute of Accountants (FIA), Mr. Borg continues to contribute to the accountancy profession as a director in private companies and through his leadership of the Accountancy Board.

Contact Details

trainingservices@muhc.com.mt
21240746
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