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Embedded master's programmes

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If you want to kickstart an exciting career and stand out in job interviews, studying a master’s degree in accounting or finance aligned with the ACCA Strategic Professional exams is a smart move. Earning a master’s from a prestigious university while working towards your ACCA Qualification not only makes you highly attractive to employers but also gives you practical skills and experiences that are key to career success.

What are embedded master's programmes?

These programmes align part of their curriculum to at least one ACCA Strategic Professional exam, supporting you to take your ACCA exams while completing your postgraduate degree. This means you could earn both an academic and a professional qualification at the same time. They can also give you the chance to study abroad – gaining fresh perspectives, experiencing new cultures, practising other languages, and building an international network – all of which make your CV stand out.

In today’s competitive world, fast-tracking your ACCA membership alongside a master’s degree is a smart way to give your career the best possible start.

Qualifications

We don't grant exemptions for Strategic Professional exams, so you’ll need to complete both university assessments and ACCA exams.

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Why study with a recognised ACCA university partner?

  1. 01 Go global

    ACCA is the true international accountancy and business leadership qualification recognised by employers in 180+ countries. Whatever your passion is, our flexible qualification will help you get there.

  2. 02 Accelerate your career

    Studying for the ACCA Qualification and a master’s degree simultaneously means the moment you graduate, you’ll be ready to start your career. Check individual programme details for entry criteria and what ACCA curriculum they embed into their programme.

  3. 03 Stand out to top employers

    The ACCA Qualification gives you the technical, professional and ethical skills and experience employers everywhere are looking for. Combine this with an academic qualification, you stand out from the crowd.

  4. 04 Overall reduced costs

    Studying a professional and academic qualification together is a very efficient pathway to achieving two qualifications at the same time, saving you time and money.

Embedded master's programmes

Search below to discover if there is an embedded master's programme in your country.

Country University Master programme
Australia La Trobe Master of Extended Professional Accounting (Global Accounting ACCA Studies)
Canada University of Toronto Scarborough The Master of Accounting and Finance
Canada University Canada West MBA-ACCA Pathway
Caribbean The University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus Accounting and Finance (ACCA Embedded) - online or face to face
Cyprus Neapolis University of Cyprus MSc Accounting and Financial Management (ACCA Embedded)
Hong Kong SAR The University of Hong Kong Master of Accounting
Ireland International College Dublin MA Accounting and Finance
Ireland Technological University Dublin Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Accountancy
Poland SGH Warsaw School of Economics  Master's Degree in Finance and Accounting with ACCA Qualification (practical profile)
South Africa North West University (NWU) Masters in Accountancy
South Africa University of KwaZuluNatal Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in Accounting
South Africa WITs (University of the Witwatersrand) PG Diploma Specialised Accountancy
UK BPP MSc Accounting and Finance
UK Oxford Brookes University MSc Strategic Professional Accounting and Finance
UK Swansea University Strategic Accounting, MSc
UK University of Brighton  Accounting (ACCA) MSc (PGCert PGDip)
UK University of South Wales MSc Professional Accounting (with ACCA tuition)
UK University of West London MA Strategic Financial Management
UK University of Ulster MSc in Strategic Accounting
Uzbekistan The University of Finance and Economics (UFE) ACCA Masters Programme

Country or course not listed?

ACCA also recognises a wide range of master’s programmes around the world that don’t align to the Strategic Professional exams but are accredited for exam exemptions at lower levels of the ACCA Qualification. You can explore these programmes and check the exemptions they offer on our Exemptions-accredited programmes page.

Note: You can only get exemptions for the Applied Knowledge and Applied Skills levels of the ACCA Qualification. Strategic Professional exams are not eligible for exemptions.

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Other tuition options

Approved Learning Partners

Many students choose not to go to university, as the ACCA Qualification alone can open doors to exciting global finance opportunities. If you’re not planning on university, receiving tuition from an ACCA-approved learning provider is the best way to ensure success.

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ACCA-X. Free and affordable tuition

If you’re not planning on university, or want to explore accounting before registering with us or applying to a university, ACCA-X is a great first step, offering free and affordable tuition for introductory and intermediate courses.

Explore ACCA-X