IGTA

What IGTA does

IGTA (المجموعة الدولية للمحاسبة والمراجعة), the International Group for Accounting, Auditing & Training of Accountants, is a privately-held professional education and consulting organization founded in 1990 by Prof. Walid Bayoumi and headquartered in Zagazig, Egypt. The company operates five Egyptian branches (Cairo, Alexandria, Zagazig, Shebin El-Kom, Tanta) and one international branch in Taksim, Istanbul, with a headcount of approximately 16 employees. Its core business is delivering professional accounting certifications (CMA, CCA, PFA, IFFAP, CFO, CAO), academic degrees (MBA in Accounting, DBA), and specialized sector-specific programs to working accountants, commerce graduates, and senior finance executives across the Arab world and beyond.

The firm delivers training through three modalities: in-person classroom instruction at branch locations, large-scale all-inclusive residential events in Djerba (Tunisia) and Istanbul (Turkey), and online distance learning via a proprietary e-learning platform. Core technology is conventional, comprising the e-learning system, an experience equivalence platform (معادلة الخبرات) that converts professional work experience into academic credit, and Excel 2013-based bookkeeping exercises; the curriculum emphasizes IFRS, IAS, and US GAAP with practical case studies (e.g., Jeihina Food Industries). Content authority is backed by exclusive agency partnerships with Campbell University (USA), Beecheld UK, and Ashly/East Florida Universities, plus local accreditation from Ain Shams University, the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Central Agency for Organization and Administration, and the Egyptian Chamber of Commerce. IGTA's founder also established the Arab Association of Legal Accountants, providing regional professional network and credentialing authority.

Revenue is generated primarily through one-time program fees, with price points ranging from 4,000 EGP per CMA module (45 hours) and 2,500 USD for the Certified Chartered Accountant program to 3,500 USD for the all-inclusive Djerba Master's in Accounting program. Distribution is multi-channel: direct branch enrollment, authorized agents within Egypt, accredited training centers across the Arab world (e.g., Al-Mutanaww in Libya, Leaders Development Center in UAE), in-company training for corporate and government clients, and online registration. The customer base spans more than 20 countries including Egypt, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Libya, Morocco, Tunisia, Iraq, and Afghanistan. The company is privately held with no disclosed funding, parent company, or institutional investors, and ownership appears concentrated with the founder.

Name

IGTA

Legal name

المجموعة الدولية للمحاسبة والمراجعة وتدريب المحاسبين

Website

https://igta.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

IGTA is a privately-held Egyptian professional education organization, founded in 1990, that delivers accounting certifications (CMA, CCA, PFA) and academic degrees (MBA, DBA) to accountants, finance executives, and commerce graduates across the Arab world through branch-based instruction, residential training events in Djerba and Istanbul, and online distance learning.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Accounting Education & Training

NAICS

Business and Secretarial Schools (61141), Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Business Schools and Computer and Management Training (6114)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Accounting & Finance Certification Prep (CPA, CMA, CFA, FRM) (EDANAIAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Finance, Accounting & Risk (CFA/CPA/FRM) Certifications (EDAAANAD), Professional & Applied Skills Noncredit Certificates (Non-licensure) (EDAAAEAD), Financial Services & Insurance (FINRA, CFP, IAR, Insurance CE) (EDAAALAJ)

Keywords

• Professional accounting training
• Chartered accountant certification
• IFRS accounting courses
• Management accountant programs
• Professional doctorate accounting

Headquarters

HQ city

الزقازيق (Zagazig)

HQ country

Egypt

HQ region

Africa

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Professional Certificate Courses: IGTA offers multiple professional certification programs including CMA (Certified Management Accountant), CCA (Certified Chartered Accountant), PFA (Professional Financial Accountant), IFFAP (International Fellowship for Professional Accounting), and others. Students pay course fees for each part/module (e.g., 4,000 EGP per CMA part).
2. Professional Master's and Doctorate Degrees: IGTA delivers professional Master's (MBA in Accounting) and Doctorate (DBA in Accounting) programs in partnership with American universities (Campbell University, Ashly University, East Florida University) and British universities (Beecheld). Programs are priced at 3,500 USD for the Master's program (all-inclusive in Djerba) and 2,500 USD for the Certified Chartered Accountant program. Revenue is generated per program enrollment.
3. Professional Fellowship Programs: Specialized professional fellowships including CFO (Chief Financial Officer), CAO (Chief Accounting Officer), CFE (Certified Financial Expert), CFM (Certified Financial Manager), CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), and CFA (Certified Financial Analyst) programs, each with separate enrollment fees.
4. Distance Learning Tuition: Tuition fees for online degree programs with accreditation from American and British universities, charged per program or per installment.
5. Experience Equivalence Service: Fees for the experience equivalence system that converts professional experience into academic credit toward formal degrees, including registration and processing fees.
6. In-Company Training: Customized training programs for corporate clients, banks, and government entities delivered at client sites or IGTA locations. The company references training engagements with specific organizations (e.g., United Pharmacists Company).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

IGTA sells professional accounting certification courses (CMA, CCA, PFA, IFFAP, CFO, CAO), professional Master's (MBA in Accounting) and Doctorate (DBA) degrees, and specialized accounting modules to individual finance professionals and corporate clients across the Arab world. Programs are delivered through classroom branches in Egypt and Turkey, large-scale residential training events in Djerba (Tunisia) and Istanbul, and internet-based distance learning, with degrees accredited by American and British universities. The offering is completed by an experience equivalence system that converts professional work experience into academic credit toward Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degrees.

Product overview

IGTA (International Group for Accounting, Auditing & Training of Accountants) is a training and professional development organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of professional accounting certifications, academic degree programs, and specialized training modules. The core offerings include the Professional Master's in Accounting (MBA in Accounting), various professional certifications (CMA, CCA, PFA, IFFAP, CFO, CAO), and a Professional Doctorate in Accounting (DBA). These are supplemented by distance learning programs and experience equivalency systems that allow professionals to earn academic credits through work experience. The organization also provides specialized sector-specific accounting certifications (banking, hospitals, construction, import/export), along with business skills modules covering CRM, electronic marketing, strategic planning, and project management. All programs are delivered through in-person training events held in Egypt, Tunisia, and Turkey, as well as online distance learning platforms with accreditation from American and British universities.

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Products and services

• Professional Master's in Accounting (MBA in Accounting) A 10-day professional master's program (80 hours) in accounting accredited by Campbell University, UK universities, and Ain Shams University, covering financial accounting and professional certifications. Designed for accountants and finance professionals seeking an internationally accredited Master's degree.
• CMA - Certified Management Accountant Professional certification from the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA), USA, covering financial planning, performance and control, and financial decision making. Designed for management accountants and finance professionals seeking global CMA credential.
• CCA - Certified Chartered Accountant Professional accounting certification covering financial accounting basics, cost accounting systems, and modern approaches to cost measurement and analysis. Accredited by Beecheld UK, with certificates registered on the Beecheld UK website.
• PFA - Professional Financial Accountant Professional certification covering international accounting standards (IFRS), international accounting standards (IAS), financial reporting, financial analysis, and budgeting. Used in IGTA's curriculum with practical case studies from real companies including Jeihina Food Industries.
• IFFAP - International Fellowship for Professional Accounting International fellowship program covering financial accounting treatments, international accounting standards, financial statement preparation, and Excel-based accounting systems using IFRS.
• CFO - Certified Financial Officer Professional certification for financial managers with accreditation from East Florida University, covering strategic financial management and leadership. Designed for current and aspiring CFOs.
• CAO - Certified Accounting Officer Professional certification for chief accounting officers and accounting department heads, focused on senior accounting leadership roles.
• Professional Doctorate in Accounting (DBA) Professional doctoral degree in accounting enabling experienced professionals to earn a doctorate through work experience equivalency, awarded in partnership with Campbell University (USA) and Ain Shams University.
• Distance Learning System Online education system with accreditation from American and British universities, allowing professionals to earn degrees and certifications without relocating. Delivered via the internet with registration through the IGTA website.
• Experience Equivalence System (معادلة الخبرات) Program that grants academic credits for professional work experience toward Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, or professional fellowship degrees, validated through affiliated American and British universities. Allows experienced practitioners to obtain degrees without full-time study.
• Specialized Accounting Certifications (PBA, PHA, PCA, PEIA, PSCA, MCA) Sector-specific accounting certifications covering banking (PBA - Professional Bank Accountant), hospital/healthcare (PHA - Professional Hospital Accountant), construction (PCA - Professional Contractor Accountant), import/export (PEIA), social clubs (PSCA), and modern comprehensive accounting (MCA). Designed for professionals in those industries.
• Professional Fellowship Certifications (CFE, CFM, CIA, CFA, PMP) Specialized professional fellowship certifications including Certified Financial Expert (CFE), Certified Financial Manager (CFM), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Financial Analyst (CFA), and Project Management Professional (PMP), each with separate enrollment fees.
• Business Skills Training Modules (Mini MBA, CRM, E-Commerce, Strategic Planning, Banking Operations) Short professional training courses covering Mini MBA, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), E-Commerce, Electronic Marketing, Strategic Planning, Stock Market Skills, Credit Analysis in Banks, Local and International Banking Operations, Central Bank Operations, Electronic Payment Methods, and Hospital Administration. Designed for business professionals seeking practical skills.
• In-Company Corporate Training Customized professional training programs delivered at corporate client sites or IGTA locations for banks, companies, and government entities. Covers international accounting standards, financial analysis, internal controls, financial reporting, and banking accounting.

Quantifiable outcome

• Graduates receive dual certification: a university degree (Master's or Doctorate from US/UK institutions) AND professional certificates from IGTA, Ain Shams University, and the Arab Association of Legal Accountants.
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Campbell University (جامعة كامبل الأمريكية)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerIGTA serves as an exclusive agent and partner for Campbell University (USA) in Egypt and the Arab world, offering professional Doctorate (DBA) and Master's programs in Accounting. Degrees are awarded by Campbell University with supervision from Ain Shams University, Egypt. Najib Daddash became the first Libyan to receive a doctorate from Campbell University through this partnership.
• Ashly University (جامعة أشلي الأمريكية)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIGTA is an agent for Ashly University (USA), offering degree programs in accounting and finance to Arab students through IGTA's training infrastructure.
• East Florida University (جامعة شرق فلوريدا)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIGTA offers programs under the accreditation of East Florida University (USA), including the Certified Financial Officer (CFO) program and professional training programs for 2020.
• Beecheld UK (بيسكلد البريطانية)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerIGTA is the exclusive agent in Egypt for Beecheld UK's professional skills development and certification programs, including the Certified Chartered Accountant (CCA) program. Students receive certification from Beecheld UK and are registered on the Beecheld UK website.
• Ain Shams University (جامعة عين شمس)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerIGTA has an official partnership with Ain Shams University for accreditation of its programs. IGTA is registered as an agent of Ain Shams University. Students receive certificates certified by Ain Shams University and endorsed by the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The university's name is prominently featured in IGTA's marketing materials.
• Arab Association of Legal Accountants (جمعية المحاسبين القانونيين العربية)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerIGTA's founder (Prof. Walid Bayoumi) founded the Arab Association of Legal Accountants. IGTA issues fellowship certificates from this association to graduates of its professional programs, providing regional professional recognition across Arab countries.
• Central Agency for Organization and Administration (الجهاز المركزي للتنظيم والإدارة)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIGTA is officially accredited by the Central Agency for Organization and Administration as a specialized training center in Egypt. This government accreditation is listed as one of IGTA's key local accreditations.
• Al-Mutanaww for Technology and Training (المنتهى للتقنية والتدريب) - LibyacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAl-Mutanaww for Technology and Training in Tripoli, Libya is a key training partner of IGTA in the Arab world. Libya. It is listed as a co-organizer of IGTA's programs in Libya and the broader region, contributing students and local coordination.
• Egyptian Chamber of Commerce (الغرفة التجارية المصرية)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIGTA holds accreditation from the Egyptian Chamber of Commerce, which endorses its professional certificates and programs. This is listed among local Egyptian accreditations.
• Leaders Development Center (مركز القادة للتدريب) - UAEminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIGTA delivers its training programs in cooperation with the Leaders Development Center in the UAE, extending its reach into the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
• International Association of Accounting Professionals and Executives (Grant Town University, Toronto International University, Manchester International Training College, and others)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIGTA holds international accreditations from multiple international bodies including: Grant Town University USA, Toronto International University Canada, Manchester International Training College UK, Global Accreditation Board for Continuing Education USA, Indian Council for Distance Education, British Accreditation Council for Distance Learning, African Accreditation Committee for Distance Education, Southeast Asian Association for Distance Education, European Accreditation Council for Distance Learning, Global Accreditation Council for Distance Learning, and Gulf Engineering Council.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants): Global professional accountancy body offering the ACCA qualification. Relevant context as a parallel international accounting credential competed against in MENA, with its own network of approved learning partners across the region.
• AICPA (American Institute of CPAs): US professional body issuing the CPA credential and partnering with credentialing bodies globally. Tangentially related to IGTA's CPA-aligned curriculum and IFRS/GAAP training content.
• IMA (Institute of Management Accountants): US-based professional association that issues the CMA credential that IGTA teaches. Adjacent to IGTA as the credentialing body whose certification IGTA's courses prepare students for; not a direct competitor but a key ecosystem partner.

Direct peers

• HOCK International: Specialist CMA (Certified Management Accountant) exam prep provider with global online delivery. Directly comparable to IGTA's CMA certification program, with overlapping candidate audience of mid-career accountants.
• Gleim Publications: Family-owned accounting and aviation test prep provider offering CMA, CPA, CIA, and EA review systems. Closely comparable to IGTA in its independently driven, multi-certification professional accounting curriculum and content depth.
• BPP Professional Education: UK-based professional training firm offering accountancy, tax, and finance certifications. Comparable to IGTA's professional certification + master's degree model, with a strong UK university accreditation tradition.

Broad incumbents

• Kaplan Financial (Kaplan Professional): UK-headquartered provider of professional accountancy and financial training (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Comparable to IGTA's accounting certification and continuing education focus, with similar credentialing partnerships but a UK/European footprint.
• Becker Professional Education: Global leader in CPA, CMA, and CFA exam prep with course packages and university partnerships. Comparable to IGTA as a top-tier professional certification prep provider, though focused on the US/UK markets and on online delivery rather than residential pan-Arab events.
• Wiley (Wiley Efficient Learning, CFA/CMA prep): Publisher and learning provider offering CFA, CMA, and CPA review courses under brands like Wiley Efficient Learning. Direct overlap with IGTA's CFA and CMA certification programs, though primarily delivered online and via books.

Emerging players

• Edvance Education: Egypt-based professional training provider focused on finance, accounting, and business skills for the Arab market. Comparable emerging regional player that also serves working professionals in MENA seeking certifications.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance9 records

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