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Your current studies are the perfect springboard to a global career.

You’ve chosen studies that build a strong foundation in accounting and finance – a smart move in a world that needs trusted, skilled professionals.

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You’re already on the right track

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Your current studies are the perfect springboard to a global career.

You’ve chosen studies that build a strong foundation in accounting and finance – a smart move in a world that needs trusted, skilled professionals.

Subscribe to stay connected Ready to apply to ACCA?

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What will I learn?

Our Applied Knowledge and Applied Skills exams provide you with the essential building blocks needed for a successful career in Finance and Accountancy.

The Applied Knowledge exams are an exceptional introduction to the world of finance and accounting, providing you with a broad understanding of essential accounting techniques.

There are three Applied Knowledge exams:

  • Business and Technology
  • Management Accounting
  • Financial Accounting

To start studying for our Applied Knowledge exams you must be qualified to University-entrance level. And once you've completed these three exams, plus Foundations in Professionalism, you'll be awarded the ACCA Diploma in Accounting and Business (RQF Level 4) and be eligible to start our Applied Skills exams.

The Applied Skills exams build on your existing knowledge and understanding developing strong, broad and practical finance skills.

There are six Applied Skills exams:

  • Corporate and Business Law
  • Performance Management
  • Taxation
  • Financial Reporting
  • Audit and Assurance
  • Financial Management

To start studying for the Applied Skills exams you must have either completed the Applied Knowledge exams, have achieved the ACCA Diploma in Accounting and Business (RQF Level 4) or have a relevant accounting or finance qualification at degree level.

Once you’ve completed the Applied Skills exams you can move on to our Strategic Professional exams.

Frequently asked questions

Most partners start as graduate or junior accountants, progress to senior auditor or senior consultant roles, then move into manager and senior manager positions. From there, exceptional performers may be invited to become a partner, often after demonstrating consistent technical excellence, leadership, and client relationship growth.

Key skills include strong technical knowledge, strategic thinking, leadership, business development, client relationship management, and decision-making. Effective communication, negotiation, and people management skills are also critical. Partners must balance delivering client work with growing the firm’s business.

The journey typically takes 12–20 years, depending on firm size, individual performance, and career progression. Larger firms often have more formalized promotion tracks, while smaller firms may offer faster progression for high performers.

Partners focus on high-level client relationships, business strategy, and firm leadership, whereas senior managers primarily handle project delivery and team management. Partners spend more time on business development, client meetings, and strategic decision-making, with less focus on day-to-day technical work.

The ACCA qualification provides a strong foundation in accounting, auditing, taxation, financial management, and ethics. It demonstrates professional credibility, equips you with technical expertise, and develops the strategic and ethical mindset required for senior leadership roles.

Partners carry ultimate responsibility for client relationships, firm performance, and compliance with professional standards. They face challenges such as managing risk, making high-stakes decisions, balancing client work with business growth, and mentoring the next generation of staff.

Partner earnings vary widely depending on firm size, location, and sector. Smaller firms may pay £80,000–£150,000, while partners in large firms or Big Four firms can earn £200,000–£1 million+ depending on profit-sharing, client portfolio, and equity stake.

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2025

June 2025

Accountancy redefined. Announcement of the future ACCA Qualification

Global launch event. Your qualification: always in demand.

Use our launch resources to find out what it means for you:

August 2025

ACCA variant exams

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Are you starting to plan your future beyond school? Or looking to have a successful career without going to university? An ACCA Qualification could be your route to work in any industry - fashion, music, sport, or technology, anywhere in the world.

Accountants are required by every business, and many start their careers early. With our flexible entry-level qualifications and apprenticeship opportunities, you could be on your way to becoming a finance professional.

Left school, or preparing to leave?
Not going to university?

Are you nearing the end of university or graduated already? Whether you’ve graduated with a finance related degree or not, the accountancy profession demands top talent with diverse skills reaching far past numbers and spreadsheets.

The world-renowned ACCA Qualification opens doors to a career in any industry, with skills in accountancy and finance required by all businesses. All graduates can bypass the Foundations in Accountancy exams and get a head start on the ACCA Qualification. And if you have a finance-related degree you could also receive further exam exemptions.

Student or graduate of a finance related degree?
Student or graduate of a STEM related degree?
Student or graduate of degree unrelated to finance?

Are you thinking about taking the leap into a new career? One which offers flexibility, growth, and the opportunity to make real change? Accountancy could be what you’re looking for.

A career in accountancy has no limits. Accountants are needed in every industry - from fashion to farming, energy to education – and there are vast opportunities to specialise to ensure you are never bored or without opportunity to flex and grow again.

Those already working in or studying a STEM subject may find the transition to accountancy easier or quicker – but remember, accountancy demands a diverse skillset from people from all walks of life. Regardless of your vocational experience or education, there is a starting point for you.

Ready to change or restart your career?
Working in STEM but looking for a change?
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Are you starting to plan your future beyond school? Or looking to have a successful career without going to university? An ACCA Qualification could be your route to work in any industry - fashion, music, sport, or technology, anywhere in the world.

Accountants are required by every business, and many start their careers early. With our flexible entry-level qualifications and apprenticeship opportunities, you could be on your way to becoming a finance professional.

Are you nearing the end of university or graduated already? Whether you’ve graduated with a finance related degree or not, the accountancy profession demands top talent with diverse skills reaching far past numbers and spreadsheets.

The world-renowned ACCA Qualification opens doors to a career in any industry, with skills in accountancy and finance required by all businesses. All graduates can bypass the Foundations in Accountancy exams and get a head start on the ACCA Qualification. And if you have a finance-related degree you could also receive further exam exemptions.

Student or graduate of a finance related degree?
Student or graduate of a STEM related degree?
Student or graduate of degree unrelated to finance?

Are you thinking about taking the leap into a new career? One which offers flexibility, growth, and the opportunity to make real change? Accountancy could be what you’re looking for.

A career in accountancy has no limits. Accountants are needed in every industry - from fashion to farming, energy to education – and there are vast opportunities to specialise to ensure you are never bored or without opportunity to flex and grow again.

Those already working in or studying a STEM subject may find the transition to accountancy easier or quicker – but remember, accountancy demands a diverse skillset from people from all walks of life. Regardless of your vocational experience or education, there is a starting point for you.

Ready to change or restart your career?
Working in STEM but looking for a change?

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Be in demand, anywhere

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Business and economies worldwide depend on accountants to create and deliver financial strategies that lead to growth. The critical nature of accountancy means demand for quality accountants is global, perpetual and sky-high – for those with solid accountancy qualifications doors quickly open to respected, hugely rewarding career opportunities.

Although, a career in accountancy means more than limitless opportunity for career and personal success. Accountancy is critical to driving economic prosperity in developing and developed economies, and in turn improving peoples' lives worldwide.

So, want a career where you can see, do, make and give more?

Find out more

Be in demand, anywhere

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Business and economies worldwide depend on accountants to create and deliver financial strategies that lead to growth. The critical nature of accountancy means demand for quality accountants is global, perpetual and sky-high – for those with solid accountancy qualifications doors quickly open to respected, hugely rewarding career opportunities.

Although, a career in accountancy means more than limitless opportunity for career and personal success. Accountancy is critical to driving economic prosperity in developing and developed economies, and in turn improving peoples' lives worldwide.

So, want a career where you can see, do, make and give more?

Find out more

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Be in demand, anywhere

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Business and economies worldwide depend on accountants to create and deliver financial strategies that lead to growth. The critical nature of accountancy means demand for quality accountants is global, perpetual and sky-high – for those with solid accountancy qualifications doors quickly open to respected, hugely rewarding career opportunities.

Although, a career in accountancy means more than limitless opportunity for career and personal success. Accountancy is critical to driving economic prosperity in developing and developed economies, and in turn improving peoples' lives worldwide.

So, want a career where you can see, do, make and give more?

Find out more

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If you're starting without qualifications, ACCA’s Foundations in Accountancy offers a highly accessible way to begin.

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I chose ACCA because of its global recognition and a curriculum I knew would equip me with the skills to excel in the rapidly evolving finance industry.

Efi Philippou

Financial Strategist | FCFO, ACCA

I chose ACCA because of its global recognition and a curriculum I knew would equip me with the skills to excel in the rapidly evolving finance industry.

Efi Philippou

Financial Strategist | FCFO, ACCA

I chose ACCA because of its global recognition and a curriculum I knew would equip me with the skills to excel in the rapidly evolving finance industry.

Efi Philippou

Financial Strategist | FCFO, ACCA

I chose ACCA because of its global recognition and a curriculum I knew would equip me with the skills to excel in the rapidly evolving finance industry.

Efi Philippou

Financial Strategist | FCFO, ACCA

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How to transfer from DipIFR to the ACCA Qualification

  1. 01 Gather your documents

    Look out your completion certificate(s), your full course transcript(s), and any official translations if your documents are not in English.

  2. 02 Apply

    Email students@accaglobal.com with subject ‘Transfer to ACCA,’ include code EMD and your DVR number, attach your documents, and send.

  3. 03 Sit back

    Our team will review your application and respond within five working days.

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