Latest ADIT success includes firsts in Bangladesh and Colombia

Online exams took place in June in 63 different countries, with 509 students passing at least one exam and 116 completing ADIT in full by passing a third ADIT module, including the first students to achieve the qualification in Bangladesh and Colombia. Of the new ADIT holders, 16 were awarded a distinction grade for excellence in their exams. 

CIOT President Charlotte Barbour said: 

I extend my congratulations to our most recent cohort of ADIT graduates. These latest exam results are a testament to the dedication, intellect and aspiration of our students and mark a significant milestone in their professional journeys that it is a privilege to be a part of. 

“In particular, I would like to applaud the recipients of our seven medals and prizes, generously sponsored by leaders of the tax industry, the newest of which is the International VAT Association Prize, awarded to the best overall performance in the EU VAT option. 

“The ADIT qualification is recognised globally as a mark of excellence and expertise in international taxation. By earning this prestigious qualification, all our graduates have shown a deep understanding of the complexities and nuances that make the field of international tax such a fascinating and rewarding career path.” 

The ADIT qualification is now held by 2,116 tax practitioners in 94 countries and territories, more than 400 of whom have chosen to subscribe with the CIOT as International Tax Affiliates since attaining the qualification. 

The following candidates will receive awards for their achievements in June’s exams:

• Eoghan Murphy of Dundalk, Ireland is awarded the Heather Self Medal for the best overall performance in Module 1 Principles of International Taxation. 
• Sharnjit Brach of Birmingham, who is employed by EY, is awarded the Raymond Kelly Medal for the best overall performance in Module 2.09 United Kingdom option. 
• Kai Ho Lam of London, who sat Module 2.04 Hong Kong option, is awarded the Worshipful Company of Tax Advisers Prize for the highest mark in Module 2 (All other options). 
• Ioannis Kekeris of Athens, Greece is awarded the Tom O’Shea Prize for the best overall performance in Module 3.01 EU Direct Tax option. 
• Tiphaine Lemaire of Bois-Colombes, France, who is employed by Plastic Omnium Gestion, is awarded the inaugural IVA Prize for the best overall performance in Module 3.02 EU VAT option. 
• Clarence Frank of London, who is employed by PwC, is awarded the Croner-i Prize for the best overall performance in Module 3.03 Transfer Pricing option. 
• Shahinoor Khanum of Dhaka, Bangladesh is awarded the Wood Mackenzie Prize for the best overall performance in Module 3.04 Energy Resources option. 

Alongside the successful ADIT students, a further 36 students met the ACA CTA Joint Programme examination requirements of the CIOT and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales by successfully completing an ADIT exam as their final assessment. In addition, four students met the CA CTA Joint Programme examination requirements of the CIOT and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland by passing their final exam in June. 

ENDS 

Notes for editors

1. The ADIT qualification, introduced in 2004, is a global benchmark of quality and an independent means of demonstrating international tax knowledge and ability. Its portability is also attractive to students and employers and it is a demonstration of a student’s expertise in multiple countries and international tax subjects. The CIOT administers and awards ADIT students. Those who complete the ADIT are entitled to put the designatory letters 'ADIT' after their name and gain the opportunity to become an International Tax Affiliate of the CIOT. There are two windows to sit ADIT exams every year, in June and December. Find out more about the ADIT qualification.