MIA Sustainability – Quarterly Advocacy Highlights

This quarterly update highlights the Institute’s continued advocacy and professional engagement in sustainability.

Identifying Sustainability Risks and Opportunities: Translating Standards Into Action

As Malaysia embarks on the National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF), organisations are facing rising expectations to deliver high-quality, decision-useful sustainability disclosures in line with global standards—IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 issued by the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB).

MIA Certificate of Sustainability for Accountants – Essential Learning for Accountancy Professionals in the New Sustainability Environment

Organisations today are evolving at a tremendous pace due to the pressures of sustainability and climate risks.

From Compliance to Impact: ASEAN Accountants Driving Sustainable Futures

One of the world’s most dynamic economic blocs, the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) is positioning sustainability and circularity as key levers for long-term competitiveness.

MIA Launches Sustainability Showcase 2025 and New Sustainability Certification to Accelerate the Profession’s Sustainability Leadership

The Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) recently unveiled two new initiatives — the MIA Sustainability Showcase 2025 and the MIA Certificate of Sustainability for Accountants — designed to strengthen the profession’s sustainability leadership.

Navigating Rising Audit Exemption Thresholds (Part 2):  Regional Insights on How SMPs Emerged More Resilient

Audit exemption is not a new concept for Malaysia; it was introduced nearly a decade ago.

From Theory to Practice: A Strategic Roadmap for Public Practice Firms in the ESG Era

The accountancy profession stands at an inflection point. As Malaysia advances toward its net-zero commitment by 2050 and implements the National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF) from 2025…

Navigating Rising Audit Exemption Thresholds (Part 1): From Compliance Mandate to Strategic Reinvention for SMPs

A new chapter is unfolding for small and medium-sized practices (SMPs) in Malaysia as the Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia (SSM) increases audit exemption thresholds through Practice Directive (PD) 10/2024.

Beyond Compliance: Leading with AI and Sustainability

Accountancy and finance professionals are accustomed to the detailed and methodical process of closing the books and financial reporting.

Accountants Key to the Sustainable Development of the Malaysian Capital Market

As sustainability gains increasing momentum, new and evolving roles are envisioned for accountancy professionals.