The Understanding the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) course provides an in-depth introduction to the key principles, regulations, and applications of the PFMA, a cornerstone of financial governance in South Africa. The course aims to empower public officials, financial managers, and compliance officers with the knowledge and tools to effectively manage public funds in accordance with the Act.
Course Content
• Explain the purpose, scope, and structure of the PFMA.
• Identify the roles and responsibilities of various accounting officers and authorities.
• Apply principles of financial management, reporting, and auditing under the PFMA.
• Understand and implement compliance and consequence management frameworks.
• Align departmental practices with the requirements of the PFMA and Treasury regulations.
• Improved financial accountability in public institutions.
• Enhanced ability to detect and prevent financial mismanagement.
• Stronger alignment with national financial governance frameworks.
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