The Academy of Capacity Development of Nepal (ACDN) and KPMG in India, one of the leading global professional services firms in India, have joined forces to introduce dynamic learning and development programmes in Nepal across domains including IFRS, Finance and Accounting, Business partnering and Digital Analytics. This partnership aims to deliver capacity building courses, empowering individuals, and organizations with an opportunity to enhance their skills and knowledge.

The launch of the alliance will significantly support Nepal's Finance and Accounting sector’s journey towards fostering an environment of continuous learning and capacity building. Mr. Subhro Bhattacharya, Associate Partner at KPMG in India, and Mr. Narayan Sundar Shilpakar, Managing Director of ACDN, convened virtually to solidify this endeavor.

Under this partnership, KPMG in India known for its expertise in learning design and delivery will collaborate with ACDN, one of the premier training institution led by industry experts of Nepal. The alliance aims at delivering capacity building courses critical for the sector, across domains like IFRS, Financial and Accounting, Business partnering and Digital Analytics. The courses will be launched through a virtual, in-person and blended programmes and learning interventions customized to the specific requirements of audiences in Nepal.

Commenting on the alliance, Mr. Shilpakar stated, "The collaboration between ACDN and KPMG in India is poised to make a profound impact on Nepal's learning and capacity building landscape. By leveraging the collective expertise and resources of both organizations, the alliance aims to equip learners with measurable skills, outcome-focused learning programs and capabilities to address real-world business needs where individuals and organizations can enhance their competencies and contribute to the growth and success of the nation."

ACDN and KPMG in India's strategic partnership is set to unlock a new era of learning and development opportunities in Nepal. Together, they will usher in a future where individuals and organisations depending on their understanding can enhance their competencies and contribute to the sector’s growth and success. What stands out in the programmes offered is that candidates can learn through 100% live sessions with KPMG in India practitioners. The focus of having practitioners as faculty members is to inculcate experiential learning through real-life scenarios and experiences.

Speaking about the alliance, Subhro Bhattacharya, Associate Partner, KPMG in India said, “We are thrilled to partner with ACDN and assist in bridging the skills gap in Nepal. Our programmes are curated keeping the focus on the needs of our targeted audience. Through our programmes, we will try to build a talented workforce that may adapt to changing business environments.”

ACDN is a leading training institution in Nepal established by industry experts with vast experience in various sectors. It offers comprehensive, high-quality, and tailored training programs to individuals and organizations seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge. With the specific focus on bank and financial services industry, corporate sector, development sector, government sector, information security, and cyber security, ACDN brings together top-tier industry experts to provide unparalleled learning experiences.