Introduction to Audit and Assurance

You'll develop knowledge and understanding of the process of carrying out the assurance engagement and its application in the context of the professional regulatory framework. The exam is practical in application, as well as aiming to ensure that candidates who pass this exam understand the basics of an audit. Consequently, the exam aims to strike a balance between technical knowledge as well as a practical application of this knowledge.

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Are you ready for AA?

An important factor in Audit and Assurance exam success is the underpinning knowledge from Financial Accounting (FA). To help you get the best possible start to your studies, we're created 4 self-check quizzes to refresh core concepts that you'll build on when studying Audit and Assurance. So, whether you are new to ACCA, haven’t studied for a while, or just want to check how well you know the core materials. 

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The below resources will help you prepare and understand the format of the AA computer based exam. It's especially valuable to view the specimen exam to familiarise yourself with the exam environment and view exam-style questions. If you would like to build your confidence in using computers, visit our further support page.

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