The National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA) invites applications for the upcoming March/April 2026 intake. We are offering a range of specialized courses designed to enhance your professional competence in public sector accounting, internal auditing, and the emerging field of sustainability reporting. Courses are delivered through flexible virtual and physical modalities to suit your schedule.

Explore the programs below and take the next step in advancing your career.

1. DIPLOMA IN IPSAS COURSE

20th Intake | Virtual & Physical Classes (Dar es Salaam) | Notice

• Target Group: Accountants, Auditors, Trainers, IPSAS implementation teams, and Public Sector financial officers.
• Entry Qualifications: Holder of CPA (T) or equivalent; OR Postgraduate Degree in Accounting/Finance/Tax; OR Holder of Certificate in IPSAS.
• Duration: 6 Months
• Start Date: Monday, 30th March 2026
• Class Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
• Total Fees: TZS 1,505,000 (App: 25,000 | Tuition: 1,000,000 | Exam: 480,000)

2. PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMA IN INTERNAL AUDITING (PDIA) LEVEL 1

4th Intake | Virtual Review Classes | Notice

• Target Group: Internal Audit Staff, Trainers, Consultants, and anyone interested in internal auditing standards.
• Entry Qualifications: Holder of a Bachelor's Degree (any) or its equivalent; OR any recognized Professional qualification.
• Duration: 4 Months
• Start Date: Tuesday, 7th April 2026
• Class Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
• Total Fees: TZS 1,805,000 (App: 25,000 | Tuition: 1,200,000 | Exam: 580,000)

3. PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMA IN INTERNAL AUDITING (PDIA) LEVEL 2

3rd Intake | Virtual Review Classes | Notice

• Target Group: Internal Audit Staff, Trainers, Consultants, and those seeking a full PDIA certification.
• Entry Qualifications: Holder of PDIA Level 1 Statement of Success.
• Award: Successful candidates will be awarded the full Professional Diploma in Internal Auditing (PDIA) certificate.
• Duration: 4 Months
• Start Date: Monday, 6th April 2026
• Class Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
• Total Fees: TZS 1,805,000 (App: 25,000 | Tuition: 1,200,000 | Exam: 580,000)

4. PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMA IN SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING (PDSR)

1st Intake | Virtual Classes | Notice

• Target Group: Accountants, Auditors, ESG Officers, Compliance Officers, and Corporate Reporting professionals.
• Entry Qualifications: Holder of a Bachelor's Degree (any); OR a recognized professional qualification; OR a certification in sustainability reporting.
• Award: Professional Diploma in Sustainability Reporting (PDSR) from NBAA.
• Duration: 4 Months
• Start Date: Tuesday, 7th April 2026
• Class Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
• Total Fees: TZS 2,500,000 (App: 25,000 | Tuition: 1,800,000 | Exam: 675,000)

5. CERTIFICATE IN IPSAS COURSE

5th Intake | Virtual Classes | Notice

• Target Group: Finance/Accounts staff, Trainers, Auditors, and those with basic accounting knowledge seeking a foundation in IPSAS.
• Entry Qualifications: Holder of ATEC II, Diploma in Accounting, or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related business subjects.
• Duration: 4 Months
• Start Date: Monday, 30th March 2026
• Class Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
• Total Fees: TZS 1,025,000 (App: 25,000 | Tuition: 700,000 | Exam: 300,000)

KEY INFORMATION FOR ALL COURSES

• Examinations: All final examinations will be conducted physically at designated centers.
• Main Exam Centers: Arusha, Dar es Salaam, and Dodoma.
• Additional Exam Centers for Diploma in IPSAS: Mbeya, Mwanza, and Zanzibar (subject to a minimum of 25 candidates per center).

HOW TO APPLY

For Certificate in IPSAS & Diploma in IPSAS:

Applications must be submitted online via the NBAA Members and Examination Management System (MEMS)

For PDIA Level 1, PDIA Level 2, & PDSR:

Applications must be submitted by completing the online application form:

• PDIA Application Link: https://forms.gle/iZDVgkdcnPUtKmfV8
• PDSR Application Link: https://forms.gle/eQfT8ephbFzyw4vR6

APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR ALL COURSES:

• Friday, 20th March 2026 (for Certificate & Diploma in IPSAS)
• Friday, 27th March 2026 (for PDIA Level 1, PDIA Level 2, & PDSR)