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Overview

  • The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (the Institute) is the statutory body responsible for the professional training and development of certified public accountants in Hong Kong. The Institute is also the standard setter of the local accounting industry.
  • The Institute has over 48,000 members and over 12,000 registered students.
  • Members of the Institute are entitled to the description "certified public accountant" and to the designation CPA.

 

The Institute evolved from the Hong Kong Society of Accountants, which was established on 1 January 1973 by the Professional Accountants Ordinance.   

 

Vision, Mission and Values

Our vision, mission and values guide our work at the Institute.

 

Vision

hkicpa vision

A world class professional body that influences the future of the global profession and serves the business community and public interest of Hong Kong 

 

Mission

hkicpa mission

A financially-and business-attuned accountancy profession that participates in the development of the country and contributes to the sustainable development of Hong Kong as a leading international business and financial centre. Nurture a valued and respected community for members and equip them with trusted and relevant capabilities and skills.

 

Values

hkicpa values

Professionalism, innovation, collaboration, integrity, quality and agility

 

Roles

The Institute is a statutory organization responsible for the registration of accountancy professionals in Hong Kong and has six key roles:

 

  • Qualification and registration of accountants
  • Standard setting
  • Member support and development
  • Promote best professional practices
  • Upkeep the image and standing of the accountancy profession
  • Safekeeping of our constitution, governance and organization

 

Our logo

hkicpa logo

 

The Institute's logo has been designed to reflect our rich heritage, mission and goals. The simple contemporary design signifies a bold optimism and readiness to embrace change. The four distinctive wings provide balance and symbolize the reaching of new heights of success. One of the wings of the logo is coloured the red of Hong Kong's bauhinia flag, representing our vital role as the guardian of Hong Kong's financial system.

 

Statistics

Members

hkicpa members  

Student register

hkicpa students 
CPA – 42,170              

FCPA – 5,893

Total: 48,063 

Students – 10,663

Graduates – 2,050

Total: 12,713

(as at 31 October 2024)

 

Information sheet

A quick overview of the Institute.

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