Mark Anecito R. Perlas, News, College of Accountancy and Finance
On March 17, 2026, faculty members of the College of Accountancy and Finance (CAF) were conferred the prestigious ASEAN Chartered Professional Accountant (ASEAN CPA) title during the 2nd ASEAN CPA Conferment Ceremony held at Okada Manila. The event was organized by the Professional Regulatory Board of Accountancy (PRBOA), the Professional Regulation Commission – International Affairs Office (PRC-IAO), and the Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA).
The CAF faculty members who received this distinction are: CAF Dean Noel Bergonia, Assoc. Prof. Glenn Magadia, Asst. Prof. Mark Anecito Perlas, and Assoc. Prof. Catherine Sotto.
This remarkable achievement signifies their dedication to academic excellence, professional integrity, and leadership in the field of accountancy. Their conferment as ASEAN CPAs reflects not only individual accomplishment but also the growing contribution of CAF to the advancement of the accounting profession both in the Philippines and across the ASEAN region.
In addition to receiving the ASEAN CPA title, the awardees also served as founding members during the launch of the Institute of Chartered Professional Accountants of the Philippines. As a non-stock, non-profit professional organization, ICPAP aims to represent Filipino ASEAN CPAs and support their continued development by promoting professional excellence, ethical leadership, and regional cooperation.
The ASEAN CPA designation recognizes accounting professionals across ASEAN member states who demonstrate high levels of competence, substantial professional experience, and adherence to rigorous ethical standards. It also facilitates greater mobility and collaboration within the region, aligned with the Mutual Recognition Agreement on Accountancy Services established by the ASEAN in 2014.
Therefore, this achievement supports SDG 4 (Quality Education) by showcasing the CAF’s commitment to developing globally competent professionals; SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) through strengthening the accountancy profession and economic integrity; SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions) by promoting ethical standards and accountability; and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) by fostering regional collaboration and professional mobility across the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
Article edited by Brent B. Soriano, Communication Management Office.
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