About GBS
Success for your shared services team. The smarter way.
You’re passionate about building a high-performance, smooth-running business. You aspire to exceed the expectations of existing clients and to win new ones. And, of course, you want to boost your bottom line.
To make that happen, you need your shared services finance team to be at the top of its game.
When you choose the qualifications in Global Business Services, from globally recognised accountancy body ACCA, you’ll give your finance staff the skills and confidence to drive your business forward. You’ll enhance your global reputation for excellence and stay fit to face the future.
FAQs about the Certificate in GBS
For the Certificate in GBS there are no formal entry requirements, though English is required to be able to undertake the English language version of the Certificate. It’s recommended candidates have a level of accountancy knowledge equivalent to FA1/MA1.
The Certificate in GBS is available in English and Chinese.
The Certificate in GBS has been updated to reflect the ever-changing GBS industry to keep the qualification relevant.
This course will give your employees the skills and expertise to process accounting and produce reports, and to understand shared services, processes and standards.
Through five key modules delivered over 10 to 15 hours of expert online tuition, they’ll:
- discover the principles and practice that define the best shared services teams
- gain the skills and expertise to design better processes and manage change
- discover how to harness innovative tech – and deliver truly outstanding service
- realise the benefits of online learning through the new ACCA Learning platform
There is no face-to-face training available for either the Certificate.
For the Certificate in GBS, we expect 10-15 hours of online study.
Additional study materials are not required for as the online learning covers all areas needed.
The Certificate is available fully online through ACCA Learning and can therefore be studied anywhere, and at any time.
ACCA Learning is our curated portfolio of continuous learning solutions for ACCA members, future members, employers and all finance professionals.
ACCA Learning makes it quick and easy to discover relevant learning that meets your needs. Some of our most popular CPD courses are already available through ACCA Learning and we’ll be adding more courses and resources over the coming months. You'll find webinars, CPD courses, certificates and diplomas in accountancy, finance, leadership, digital skills and much more, making ACCA Learning the new home for all your learning needs.
Candidates have 12 months to complete the Certificate in GBS.
If a candidate does not complete their qualification within the allowed timeframe, they will need to reapply and pay to access the course again. There are no extensions to the allowed time for completing the course and no refunds will be offered.
Yes. GBS is in the top three fastest growing industries hiring ACCA talent.
Access pricing for the certificate
Please contact us to find out more and if you are eligible for a group discount.
Payment is based on an invoice issued by ACCA. Vouchers are only provided after payment.
Candidates must achieve over 50% in the final assessment of the Certificate in GBS.
Yes, ACCA members are welcome to develop their knowledge in GBS by sitting either the certificate.
The Certificate in GBS provides 25 hours of verifiable CPD.