The ACCA is an accounting qualification that opens opportunities around the world for individuals. It gives you the most up-to-date skills you need to become a finance professional.
Minimum Entry Requirements
To start the ACCA Qualification, 3 GCSES and 2 A Levels (or equivalent qualifications) including Maths and English are needed. Alternatively, you can start at the Foundation level, ‘Foundations in Accountancy’.
Key Facts
Work experience
Three years
Number of exams
Up to 13, depending on exemptions.
How long does it take?
Three to four years on average.
What else is involved?
Ethics and Professional Skills module.
Qualification structure
You can view a diagram of the ACCA qualification structure by clicking here.
Applied Knowledge
- Business and Technology
- Management Accounting
- Financial Accounting
Applied Skills
- Corporate and Business Law
- Performance Management
- Taxation
- Financial Reporting
- Audit and Assurance
- Financial Management
Strategic Professional
Essentials
- Strategic Business Leader
- Strategic Business Reporting
Options (pick two of four)
- Advanced Financial Management
- Advanced Performance Management
- Advanced Taxation
- Advanced Audit and Assurance
Further information
To find out more please visit the ACCA Website.
ACCA Connect
110 Queen Street
Glasgow G1 3BX
United Kingdom
T: +44 (0)141 582 2000