A survey of factors influencing compliance with continuing professional education (CPE) by active members of ICPAK
Abstract
The researcher set out to find out factors which influence compliance to continuing
professional education by active members of ICPAK. A questionnaire was constructed;
(i) to extract information on the characteristics of members who are likely to comply
to CPE requirements
(ii) to extract information on the characteristics of organizations whi~h may influence
their accountants in complying with CPE requirements
(iii) to know the main considerations of members in choosing whether or not to attend
particular CPE seminars
(iv) to know the benefits received from attending CPE seminars and members views in
general regarding CPE
The questionnaire was directed to members oflCP AK who had renewed their registration
as of December 1999.
The data collected was analysed using tables and percentages, mean scores and chi square
for independence. The findings were that some organisations have a climate conducive to
members arranging for CPE attendance while others don't. The level of management of a
member influences his chances of attending CPE seminar. Timing of seminars and the
relevancy of topics were major factors that could make members either to attend or not to.
Citation
Masters of business administrationSponsorhip
University of NairobiPublisher
School of business,University of Nairobi