This book, first published in 1954, analyses the history of the worlds oldest accountancy body. Chapters cover the history of Scottish accountants from the earliest times; the position of the accountant in commerce, industry or government service; and the training and examination of accountants.
This book, first published in 1954, analyses the history of the worlds oldest accountancy body, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland. Chapters cover the history of Scottish accountants from the earliest times; review the position of the practicing accountant; assess the work of the Institute; examine the position of the accountant in commerce, industry or government service; and deal with the training and examination of accountants.
1. The Origins of Accountancy as a Profession in Scotland
2. The
Formation of the Three Scottish Chartered Societies
3. The First Fifty Years
4. Fifty Years of Progress, 1904-1954
5. The Profession Today
6. The
Chartered Accountant in Industry
7. The Apprentice Chartered Accountant
8.
The Institutes Halls and Libraries
9. Retrospect and Prospect
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland
