What is a national institute of accountants means?

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The National Institute of Accountants is one of the three recognised professional accounting bodies in Australia. The NIA provides guidance and insight into long-term future planning for its 20,000 members and students in Australia and in more than 50 countries around the world, as well as quality education and career progression pathways for its members and for graduates throughout Australia. NIA members must meet prescribed standards of education, training and experience while at the same time displaying a high standard of professional ethics. The NIA delivers the expert representation as well as the crucial technical tools and business support members require to excel in their chosen field. The NIA also provides members with an ongoing program of professional development and education as well as a host of social and business networking opportunities and online discussion forums. NIA members benefit from the organisation's strong alliances and leadership reaching to the international and national business sectors, State and Federal Governments in Australia as well as the public and private sectors. Through these networks the NIA provides 'thought leadership' in addressing issues affecting the accounting profession. As a full member of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC), the NIA is well positioned in its work with national and international standard setters to ensure members are fully represented and fully informed. For further information about the NIA visit www.nia.org.au