Certified Hospitality Finance and Management Accountant Professional Qualification

Objectives

Through the conduct of this professional qualification CHFMA, all those currently employed in the hospitality industry at different levels in the financial, accounting and management accounting sector will be provided the opportunity to obtain a professional qualification specializing in the Hospitality Industry where they will be able to develop the knowledge and skills of those in the accounting and allied fields. This will help the Hospitality industry in its rapid growth and development to build a sustainable pool of qualified accountants, audit staff and finance staff required for the industry.

The ultimate aim of this programme will be to produce specialized accounting professionals for the hospitality industry. In addition to the educational programme all those registered for the course should undergo a practical training of a minimum of 3 years in the hospitality industry as per the laid down Practical Training Guidelines under a Mentor.

Structure and course contents

• CHFMA membership requires completion of CHFMA examinations and a three-year practical experience requirement as per the Practical Training guide, in the hospitality industry, Viva Voce and any other criteria laid down by the Management Committee of CHFMA. Those successful will be identified as members who are qualified Professional Accountants in the Hospitality Industry with the designation "ACHFMA" for Associates. Those with a minimum of 5 years senior executive experience after obtaining ACHFMA will be designated "FCHFMA" for "Fellow", showing their commitment to high ethical standards, professional values, and lifelong learning and continuing professional development.

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