ACCA

Awarding Body : ACCA

Course Fees: £ 3,000 per annum

Duration : 3 Years

Aim of the Course

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants is one of the world's leading accountancy organisations. Its members are internationally recognised in public practice, industry, commerce and the public sector. ACCA membership also allows you to obtain status as a Registered Auditor.

Why Accountancy?

You may be wondering "why accountancy?" when really the question is "why not?" More people are choosing a career in finance than ever before. The global demand for finance professionals has never been higher, and their work more varied. Choose a career in accountancy and you are entering a world of unlimited possibilities. Where do you go from here? It's entirely up to you.

Why ACCA?

So you've decided that accountancy is the profession for you. But how do you decide which accountancy qualification to pursue? On the sidebar are just a few of the reasons why ACCA is your future in finance and accounting.The ACCA Qualification is designed to provide the accounting knowledge, skills and professional values which will deliver finance professionals who are capable of building successful careers across all sectors, whether they are working in the public or private sectors, practising in accounting firms, or pursuing a career in business. In order to qualify as an ACCA member, you will complete:

• 14 exams (nine of which are eligible for exemption)
• Relevant practical experience, with a minimum of three years
• A Professional Ethics module.

The ACCA Qualification embeds the global accounting education standards set by the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC). There is a strong focus on professional values, ethics, and governance. These skills are essential as the profession moves towards strengthened codes of conduct, regulation, and legislation - with an increasing focus on professionalism and ethics in accounting. These are examined at the highest level in the ACCA Qualification and are a core element of your practical experience requirements.

BSc. Degree with Oxford Brookes University

In a unique partnership between ACCA and Oxford Brookes University, you will have the opportunity to study for a BSc. (Hons) in Applied Accounting whilst taking your ACCA exams. Part way through - or even after - your studies, you can opt to complete a research and analysis project and gain an internationally recognised degree qualification. The world's largest undergraduate degree programme in accounting, it is the perfect way to enhance your ACCA Qualification and will provide a valuable boost to your CV and broaden your skills set - something employers will really appreciate.

To view a short video 'see also' on this page to find out what some of our students and members have to say about their experiences of completing the degree.

Entry Requirements

ACCA offers you various entry points on to the ACCA Qualification, depending on your age and previous academic qualifications. Minimum entry requirements Two A Levels and three GCSEs or equivalent in five separate subjects, including English and Mathematics.

Mature Student Entry Route (MSER)

• Normally over age 21
• No academic qualifications required
• Must pass the equivalent of Papers F2, Management Accounting and F3, Financial Accounting within two years before further progression to the ACCA exams is permitted.

Graduate-Entry Route

Relevant degree holders from ACCA-accredited institutions may be exempted from all nine exams within the Fundamentals level and register directly at the Professional level. Non-relevant degrees may also qualify for some exemptions.

Access to ACCA via CAT qualification

• No academic qualifications required
• Sit Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) qualification first and then transfer to the Skills module of the ACCA Qualification by claiming exemption from the first three papers in the Knowledge module

English Language Requirement

Students who wish to apply for the course must need to produce Secure English Language Test (SELT) certificate from a UK Boarder Agency approved provider, showing that they have achieved level B2 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) in each of the components: Speaking; listening; reading; and writing. Students will automatically meet the language requirements if they have successfully completed a qualification, equivalent to a UK bachelor's or above, which was taught in English in the UK or a majority English-speaking country or a nation of the English-speaking country.

ACCA Syllabus

You will need to complete 14 papers in total. A maximum of nine papers in the Fundamentals level are available for exemption.

Fundamental (Nine papers in total)

Knowledge

• F1 Accountant in Business (AB)
• F2 Management Accounting (MA)
• F3 Financial Accounting (FA)

Skills

• F4 Corporate and Business Law (CL)
• F5 Performance Management (PM)
• F6 Taxation (TX)
• F7 Financial Reporting (FR)
• F8 Audit and Assurance (AA)
• F9 Financial Management (FM)

Professional (Five papers in total)

Essentials

• P1 Professional Accountant (PA)
• P2 Corporate Reporting (CR)
• P3 Business Analysis (BA)

Options (Two to be completed)

• P4 Advanced Financial Management (AFM)
• P5 Advanced Performance Management (APM)
• P6 Advanced Taxation (ATX)
• P7 Advanced Audit and Assurance (AAA)

Key Dates:

ACCA Exam Dates

Examinations each year

• June
• December

ACCA Registration Deadline

Registration can take place at any time, however if you wish to take part in specific paper-based examination sessions, the following deadlines apply:

For the June examinations: Register by 31 December of the preceding year

For the December examinations: Register by 15 August of the same year

Course Commencement at LCC

February, June, September

Assessment

3 hours paper-based examination.

ACCA Enquiry Service

For further information on entry requirements, ACCA exam, registration and exemptions please contact:

ACCA Connect
2 Central Quay
89 Hyde Park Street
Glasgow
United Kingdom
G3 8BW
General Enquires: info@accaglobal.com
Student Enquires: students@accaglobal.com
Tel: +44 (0) 141 582 2000Fax: +44 (0)141 582 2222
http://www.accaglobal.com/