Overview    

Business valuation is a critical discipline in the accounting profession, providing the foundation for fair, defensible and compliant decision-making in areas such as: 

• SARS-related valuations. 

• Shareholder agreements. 

• Succession planning.  

• Mergers and acquisitions.  

Accurate valuations not only ensure compliance with regulatory requirements but also safeguard clients’ interests in complex financial and legal arrangements. 

Join Caryn Maitland CA(SA) on 16 October 2025 from 10h00 to 12h00, as she equips practitioners with the technical knowledge, compliance awareness and practical skills necessary to perform and review valuations that meet professional and statutory standards. 

Learning objectives   

Attending this webinar will equip you with the following competencies:  

• Understand the role of valuations in SARS submissions (estate duty, capital gains tax, donations tax and transfer pricing). 

• Learn to apply key valuation approaches (income, market or asset-based) and select the right method for different contexts. 

• Gain practical knowledge of how valuations underpin buy-and-sell agreements, shareholder disputes and succession planning. 

• Strengthen compliance awareness regarding IFRS/IFRS for SMEs, Companies Act and International Valuation Standards. 

• Develop the ability to critically evaluate valuation reports and identify common errors and ethical red flags. 

Content   

The webinar will cover the following topics:  

• Introduction to Business Valuations 

  • Definition, objectives, and relevance 

  • Why SARS, investors, and regulators require credible valuations 

• Valuation Standards & Compliance 

  • SARS and tax-related valuations: CGT, estate duty, donations tax 

  • IFRS and IFRS for SMEs considerations 

  • Companies Act requirements and shareholder protections 

  • International Valuation Standards (IVS) 

• Valuation Approaches 

  • Income Approach: DCF, Capitalisation of Earnings 

  • Market Approach: Comparable Companies, Transaction Multiples 

  • Asset-based Approach: Net Asset Value, Adjusted Book Value, Liquidation Value 

• Practical Applications 

  • Buy-and-sell agreements and shareholder arrangements 

  • Succession and estate planning valuations 

  • Valuations for mergers, acquisitions, and disposals 

  • Minority interests, control premiums, and marketability discounts 

• Inputs & Assumptions 

  • Forecasting cash flows and earnings 

  • Determining discount rates (WACC, CAPM) 

  • Growth rates, terminal value, and adjustments 

• Pitfalls & Professional Duties 

  • Common valuation mistakes (e.g., unrealistic projections, misapplied multiples) 

  • Ethical and independence considerations 

  • Professional liability and risk management 

Obtaining your CPD certificate  

This training is compliant with the International Education Standard (IES7) issued by the International Federation of Accountants and recognised for CPD by relevant professional bodies including ACCA, CIMA, IAC, IIA, SAICA and SAIPA.  

All attendees are issued with a CPD certificate available in an online profile.  

About the presenter  

Caryn Maitland CA(SA) 

Caryn Maitland is a Chartered Accountant (SA). She has been a member of IRBA as a registered auditor and accountant since 2002 and is also a registered member of SAICA. 

Caryn has lectured Auditing and Accounting at various institutions and has conducted independent workshops and seminars for professional accountants since 2006 on various topics. She has presented on the national tour for the annual Legislation Update with ProBeta Training (Pty) Ltd in 2014 and 2015, as well as on the FASSET national tour for the Tax Administration Act in 2014.  Caryn is also involved with the annual SAICA SMP Technical tour.    

Who should attend?  

The following persons will benefit from attending this webinar:  

• Practising accountants including: CA(SA), Professional Accountant (SA), AGA(SA), FCCA, BAP(SA), BA(SA) and ACCA.  

• Compilers. 

• Independent reviewers. 

• Registered auditors.  

• Trainee accountants.  

Price  

• R 450.00 - Online admission - Individual.  

• Group Price 1 - From R337 per person (up to 5 users)   

• Group Price 2 - From R260 per person (up to 10 users)   

• Group Price 3 - From R224 per person (over 11 users)  

Steps to register for the event:   

If you already have a profile, login and register for the webinar.  

If you don’t have a profile, create a free profile then login and register for the webinar.  

Click here to create a free profile (There is no charge to create a profile and gain access to our free Monthly Practice Management Series).  

Click here to find out about the Technical Resource Centre & CPD Subscription options.    

Additional material  

By attending this webinar you will be provided with:  

• A summarised slide presentation.  

• Reference documents and/or course material where available.  

• You can ask questions during the webinar and you will also have access to the presenter after the webinar.  

Corporate training solutions  

At the Accounting Academy, we recognize the evolving needs of businesses in today's dynamic environment. Beyond our standard webinar offerings, we provide tailored corporate training solutions designed to empower your team with the latest in accounting and professional skills. Whether you're looking for online sessions or face-to-face training, our programs are crafted to ensure a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.  

Drawing inspiration from modern training methodologies, our corporate solutions are interactive, adaptable, and focused on real-world applications. We prioritize hands-on learning, ensuring your team can immediately apply their newfound knowledge in practical scenarios.  

Interested in a bespoke corporate training experience? Reach out to us at [email protected] or call 010 593 0466. Together, let's design a training program that elevates your team's capabilities and aligns with your organizational goals.  

Contact us   

Have any questions or need any assistance? Contact us today!  

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• WhatsApp: Start chatting (+27635026114)  

• Phone: 010 593 0466  

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