The Barbados based Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) providing for the establishment of mutual co-operation between the two institutions.
The landmark agreement, that will be in place for three years in the initial period, is seen as a significant step for the region.
According to Registrar Glenroy Cumberbatch, the MOU leverages a natural synergy between ACCA and CXC and is a significant milestone in regional and international cooperation.
“CXC, a premier provider of globally competitive curriculum development services, examinations, certification and education services is delighted to partner with a global brand such as ACCA to provide incentives for Caribbean students and learning and development opportunities for Caribbean teachers,” he said.
Head of business development with the ACCA, Paula Marcelle-Irish, said the ACCA is pleased to partner with CXC – the Caribbean’s premier examinations body.
“ACCA continues to grow in its influence across the region, and partnering with CXC will speak directly to our objectives of providing unlimited possibilities to those persons possessing the aptitude and attitude for success in finance and accounting,” she said.
With this agreement, collaboration will include but is not limited to: teacher workshops, syllabus review and development, support for regional top performers, employability initiatives and marketing and promotion of joint events and activities.
The Caribbean Examinations Council, was established in 1972 under Agreement by the participating governments in the area to conduct and regulate examinations, award appropriate certificates and diplomas and prescribe the qualification requirements of candidates.
CXC comprises 16 participating countries across the Caribbean, and in its 45 years has expanded its services to include syllabus and curriculum development, test construction, teacher training and psychometric analysis among others. (CMC)
