The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) is the global body for professional accountants. Its aim is to offer business-relevant qualifications around the world who seek a rewarding career in accountancy, finance and management.
To achieve an ACCA qualification, you will need to complete 14 papers in total. A maximum of 9 papers in the Fundamentals level are available for exemption.
General Entry Criteria
Applied Skills level OR
Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree (Approved by ACCA)
Essential Papers
SBL - Strategic Business Leader
SBR - Strategic Business Reporting
Optional Papers (Any two modules to be completed)
AFM - Advance Financial Management
APM - Advance Performance Management
ATX - Advanced Taxation
AAA - Advanced Audit & Assurance
Choose to study ACCA and we will provide you with the skills and knowledge relevant to any business, which means you are free to choose which type of accountancy role and organization you want to work for.
There is a strong focus on professional values, ethics and governance. This is essential because the profession is moving towards strengthened codes of conduct, regulation and legislation, which is why our qualification has an increased focus on professionalism and ethics in accounting.
Professionalism and ethics are examined at the highest level in the ACCA Qualification. It is also a main part of the practical experience you must complete to qualify.
To qualify as an ACCA member, you will need to complete:
exams - a minimum of five of 14 exams (nine are eligible for exemption*)
experience - record 36 months of experience in a relevant role
ethics - the Professional Ethics module.
*Nine of the exams which are part of the qualification will not need to be taken if you have other relevant qualifications at the same level. You must provide proof of your previous qualifications so you can claim exemptions.
On your way to ACCA membership, there are lots of qualifications you can gain along the way. This is a great way to show your knowledge and skills to employers and helps keep you on track and motivated.
You can achieve;
A Diploma in Accounting and Business
An Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business
A BSc (Hons) degree in Applied Accounting awarded by Oxford Brookes University
If you wish to connect ACCA directly, below are the contact details:
ACCA Connect
110 Queen Street
Glasgow G1 3BX
United Kingdom
T: +44 (0)141 582 2000
For information on student resources provided by ACCA, please click the following link:
https://www.accaglobal.com/gb/en/student.html