Association of Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) Course Details

Why ACCA?

1. Interesting ACCA jobs and profiles

The ACCA course, opens doors to the best and most interesting roles in the business world across functions.

Functions and roles :

• Corporate Financial Reporting
• Audit & Assurance
• International Taxation
• Legal Governance, Risk & Control
• Management Accountancy
• Corporate Finance
• Merger and Acquisitions
• Financial / Business Analyst
• Credit Control

2. Excellent ACCA jobs in India and Globally

ACCA jobs comprise global career options in big four accounting & auditing firms, viz. KPMG, E&Y, Deloitte, PWC and multinational companies like Citicorp, JP Morgan, Microsoft, HSBC, Siemens, Nestle, Accenture amongst others. ACCA works with more than 7550+ approved employers to provide and more than 95 accountancy partnerships worldwide and connect the members with thousands of vacancies through the ACCA careers job board.
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3. Join the global ACCA network

When you join the ACCA course, you become part of the strong professional network of more than 2,19,000 members and 5,27,000 students in 179 countries. You build valuable contacts at networking events and chat with fellow students on virtual learning. After membership you can join the worldwide ACCA LinkedIn network, connecting you with lakhs of like-minded accounting and finance professionals globally.

4. High ACCA passing percentage

Global Pass	Level wise (2019 Avg)
Knowledge (Avg)	73 %
Skill (Avg)	51 %
Professional (Avg)	40 %

5. Complete ACCA course with graduation or join after graduation

You can pursue ACCA Course

1. After 12th along with graduation or
2. After graduation (B.Com, BMS, BBA, M.Com , MBA ) or
3. After a professional qualification (CA, ICWA, CS, MBA, BE)

Check exemptions (in the course structure) applicable at each level.

• Totally there are 13 papers and ACCA exams are held 4 times in a year. You can choose how you study, how often you sit for your exams and where you get your relevant practical experience. You can even appear for one paper at a time every 3 months.

6. Not just accounting but a comprehensive professional course

ACCA syllabus trains you to make a career across varied fields viz. finance, business management, international taxation apart from accounting & financial reporting.

ACCA Course is designed to develop

• Vital knowledge : 13 theory papers
• Practical skills : 3 years’ work experience
• Professional values : Ethics module

ACCA Qualification suitability

This Course is ideal for :

1. Undergraduates, after 12th Commerce
2. Graduates, after B.Com, BMS, BBA, M.Com , MBA
3. Professionals like Chartered Accountants (CA), ICWA, Engineers (BE)

If you are looking to pursue a global professional career in the field of financial reporting and finance, the ACCA qualification prepares you for roles such as Global Accountant, Auditor, Treasury Professional, Management Accountant, Tax Consultant , Finance or Business Manager.

ACCA Eligibility criteria

1. After 12th commerce : You can begin from Paper 1.
2. Graduates : Can begin directly from Paper 5 (exempt from Paper 1 to Paper 4).
3. CA’s : Can begin directly from Paper 10 (exempt from Paper 1 to Paper 9).
4. Other relevant degrees like ICWA, CS, MBA : You may qualify you for exemptions. Check with us for ACCA exemptions eligible to you.

ACCA Qualification body

ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is the global body for professional accountants. ACCA has more than 2,19,000 fully qualified members and 5,27,000 students worldwide. ACCA members are among the world’s best-qualified and most highly sought-after accountants working in every sector you can imagine. Multi National Corporations trust the ACCA designation. The ACCA is constantly connecting businesses large and small, governments, educational establishments and industry experts, thus positioning on top of emerging trends, legislation and legal requirements, helping to shape future roles. As a result the ACCA is able to create the innovative, strategic-thinking Finance & accounting professionals our fast-changing world needs.
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FAQs

Eligibility

1. Is there a minimum % criteria required to join the ACCA Course?

If you have passed 12th standard call us to know your pathway to ACCA.
2. Are there any exemptions in ACCA Qualifications for me?

Qualification	Papers exempt
B.Com /M.Com /ICWAI /MBA	Paper 1 to Paper 4
B.Com + CA-Intermediate, both groups cleared	Paper 1 to Paper 4, Paper 6 & Paper 8
CA	Paper 1 to Paper 9
CS	Paper 4

Click link below to check exemptions applicable to you
https://www.accaglobal.com/in/en/help/exemptions-calculator.html

Jobs

1. There are enough job opportunities globally, how about employment opportunities in India.?

   Employers in India are increasingly recognizing the need for accounting & finance professionals with global skills. ACCA members are hired in large numbers across sectors and business functions in India.
   To Search jobs click on: https://jobs.accaglobal.com/
   Click here for globally approved employer list: https://www.accaglobal.com/pk/en/help/approved-employer.html

2. What is the start salary of an ACCA degree holder?

   The start salary of an ACCA degree holder in India ranges from INR 3.5 to 6 lakhs p.a. Salaries abroad are indicated below (Source: accaglobal.com-2015)

   	INR
   UK	28 - 40 lakhs
   Singapore	24 - 30 lakhs
   Switzerland	47 - 61 lakhs
   Hong Kong	25 - 27 lakhs
   Australia	32 - 40 lakhs
   Dubai	12 - 15 lakhs

CA Specific  

1. I am already a Chartered Accountant, how will ACCA course add to my career prospects?

   Congratulations on your CA Degree. You have thorough knowledge of Indian Accounting & Taxes. It is now time to acquire ‘global perspectives’ and widen your horizon. You need to appear only for the last 4 papers of professional level (you can complete them in 6 months) & this will become your window to opportunities around the world.

2. I have recently dropped out of the CA Course. Should I pursue ACCA course?

   ACCA is just the right degree for you since most of the syllabus is in common and the structure of the exam makes it less rigorous & more doable. The relatively higher passing rates will enable you to clear the exam easily. In case you have cleared your graduation and / or IPCC, you will be eligible for ACCA exemptions.

3. I am in Class 12 & confused between CA & ACCA. I need guidance.

   Refer the fact sheet below and take a prudent decision based on your aptitude, ability to work hard and final career goals.
   
   

   Particulars	CA	ACCA
   Knowledge	•  Accounting INDIAN Taxes & Laws, Finance, Costing & Audit.	• GLOBAL Accounting, GLOBAL Taxes & Laws, Finance Costing & Audit. •   ACCA students learn INDIAN Taxes & Laws on the job & by attending “specially designed workshops”.
   Practice in India	• Can sign Balance Sheet in INDIA ONLY. •  Note very few CA’s actually sign B/S through their corporate careers.	•  Can sign B/S in UK & few other affiliate countries. •  However, ACCA members – Work in audit teams in India along with CA team members. •   Global   Accounting   knowledge   –   highly valued by Indian Companies.
   Time Taken	•   4 – 5 Yrs. for 1st attempt. •  Coaching time is 3000 hours in class. •   Self-study time is 3000 hours.	•   3 Yrs. •   Coaching time is 1500 hours in class. •   Self-study time is 1500 hours.
   Pass % (App.)	•   5 – 7% only.	•   45 – 65% Globally.
   Exams Attempt	•   Twice a year. •  Group wise (min. 4 papers to 8 per attempt). •  Min. 40 % per subject & Avg. 50%.	•   Four times a year. •   Flexible – min. 1 paper per attempt. •   Any sequence, min. 50% in each.
   Life Style during senior college	•   College – 4 hours (morning). •   8-10 hours Articleship. • Early morning/ weekend lectures, 4 – 5 hours. •   Self-study time is challenging.	•   College – 4 hours (morning). •  Practical    experience    recommended post ACCA. •  3 – 4 hours afternoon Lectures, thrice a week. •   Sufficient time for self-study.
   Recognition	•   Majorly in India.	•   Globally – students in 181 countries.
   Salary in India	•   4 – 7 lakhs p.a.	•   3.5 – 6 lakhs p.a.
   Your Investment	•   3.5 – 4 lakhs.	•   3.5 – 4 lakhs.

   You may also refer to the link below for any other question related to any specific area:
   https://www.accaglobal.com/in/en/help.html