Functions of Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examinations Board (KASNEB)
Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examinations Board (KASNEB) is a professional examination body in Kenya that was established in 1969. KASNEB offers quality professional and diploma examinations in accounting, finance, management, and governance. The Board aims to produce competent professionals who can meet the needs of both the public and private sectors in Kenya and beyond.
This article provides an overview of KASNEB, including its functions, management, and contacts. The functions of the Board are outlined, including its role in promoting professional education and training, offering examinations, and ensuring the adherence of ethical and professional standards.
Functions Of Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examinations Board (KASNEB)
The functions of Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examinations Board (KASNEB) are as follows:
- Develop and promote professional education and training in accounting, finance, management, governance, and related fields.
- Develop syllabuses, regulations, and guidelines for the examinations it offers and ensure that the examinations meet the required standards and are relevant to the job market.
- Offer quality professional and diploma examinations in accounting, finance, management, and governance.
- Set and mark examinations for the qualifications it offers, and issue certificates and diplomas to successful candidates.
- Collaborate with other professional bodies, organizations, and institutions both locally and internationally to promote professional education and training.
- Conduct research on matters related to professional education and training in accounting, finance, management, governance, and related fields.
- Promote the integrity and professionalism of its members, and ensure that they adhere to ethical and professional standards.
- Accredit academic institutions that meet the required standards to offer KASNEB qualifications.
- Monitor and evaluate the quality of education and training offered by the institutions that offer KASNEB qualifications.
- Provide professional advice and support to the government, private sector, and other stakeholders on matters related to professional education and training in accounting, finance, management, governance, and related fields.
KASNEB Board Of Management
The Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examinations Board (KASNEB) is governed by a Board of Directors appointed by the Minister for Education in consultation with the Cabinet Secretary responsible for finance. The Board of Directors is responsible for the overall management and direction of the Board, and is accountable to the government for its performance.
Dr. Nicholas K. Letting’ is the current KASNED CEO while the current chairperson of KSNEB Board of Management is Dr. Nancy N. Muriuki.
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KASNEB Contacts
KASNEB also has regional offices in various parts of Kenya. The contact details for these offices can be found on the Board’s website. Additionally, KASNEB has an active social media presence on platforms such as Twitter and Facebook, which can be used to reach out to the Board for inquiries and updates.
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