ACCA is one of the largest and fastest-growing international accountancy bodies. Being around for over 100 years means that ACCA has built a reputation for quality and excellence.
With the strengthening of the code of conduct, regulation and legislation within the finance profession, there is a growing demand for finance people with high standards of expertise and ethics. Therefore, both potential employers and clients are paying increasing attention to these professional qualifications.
Our Academy was awarded a Platinum Approved Learning Partner (ALP) for the ACCA Professional Scheme. Approval is given to tuition providers who demonstrate that they meet the challenging performance targets set by ACCA. Platinum approvals are granted only to high-quality tuition providers that ACCA is confident to recommend to students.
The accreditation of Platinum Approved Learning Partner confirms that the Academy is well managed and organized, has excellent feedback on the high quality of the tutors and the additional course material prepared for each examination paper.
- How to become ACCA qualified?
- Forms of study
- CBE centrum
- Study materials
- The Academy’s ACCA offerings
- Course and Exam Fees
How to become ACCA qualified?
To obtain an ACCA qualification and become ACCA member - you need to:
- pass 13 exams (nine compulsory and four optional). If you have completed certain courses during your university studies, you can apply for exemption for up to nine exams)
- prove relevant professional experience,
- and complete a professional ethics module.
Written examinations take place in June, March, September and December. Examinations BT Business and Technology, MA Management Accounting, FA Financial Accounting and LW Corporate and Business Law can be taken at any time during the year in the form of computer-based exams (CBE), which can be sit in our accredited CBE centers in Bratislava and Košice.
As part of the ACCA qualification, it is mandatory to complete the Professional Ethics Module. It is an online training program during which students respond to various ethically challenging situations. We recommend to take the ethics module before passing the SBL Strategic Business Leader exam.
A key part of the ACCA qualification is to gain the relevant professional experience. The ACCA qualification will provide you with excellent prerequisites for a demanding and interesting career in finance or accounting, but this theoretical knowledge must be supplemented by practical experience - which actually applies to any type of professional study.
Advantages of ACCA Study
- Expertise that demonstrates you have achieved a qualification standard in the field.
- Networking with other students and members.
- Continuous education.
- Unified syllabi tailored in close collaboration with employers.
- Broader knowledge in areas such as taxation, consulting, strategic planning, and general management.
- Competitiveness in the job market.
ACCA in short
- ACCA students typically achieve the qualification in 4-5 years on average.
- Those who already have relevant qualifications may be exempt from ACCA exams.
- The first four exams are electronic and can be taken at any time during the year at our accredited center.
- Written tests are held four times a year, in March, June, September, and December, at the same time worldwide and with the same content.
- To obtain the qualification of a registered certified accountant and auditor, at least three years of professional experience in the field is required.
Advantages of Studying with PwC's Academy
- Courses in blocks with experienced trainers, who are ACCA members with several years of experience in providing consultations and training.
- High-quality study materials from the publisher First Intuition, with additional materials available online and course notes prepared by PwC.
- Administrative support at every step of your study (registration, communication with ACCA representatives, exam enrollment, consultations regarding your study plan).
- Authorized center for computer-based exams (AB, FA, MA, LW) in Bratislava and Košice.
- CPD points for ACCA members: our students can earn CPD points (Continuing Professional Development) by participating in the Academy's trainings and seminars.
- The exam success rate of the Academy's students is significantly higher than the global average.
- The highest ACCA award for education providers: Platinum Approved Learning Partner.
Support from PwC's Academy during studies
The Academy's experienced team is always available to support students, ready to address any requirements and answer questions about the study. This support is free for Academy students and includes in particular the following activities:
- Registration with ACCA as student
- Registration for exams directly at the ACCA
- Handling all matters regarding exam exemptions
- Administration of studies via Academy's Moodle platform
- Information on results of Mock/Official exam
- Computer-based Exams (CBE) - administration and feedback
- Overview of study results for your employer/team leader
- Preparation of study plan and schedule
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