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Conditional Exemption (CE) Programme

*Conditional Exemption programmes widely available in Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong SAR and India, as well as some selected universities in other countries. Check with your university to find out which exemption or conditional exemption programmes are available to you.

The ACCA Conditional Exemption (CE) programme offers a fast track for university students to claim conditional exemptions and sit the remaining ACCA exams while completing their degrees.
If you are enrolled in an eligible course, you can join the CE programme and become an accounting and finance professional in as little as 12 months.

Key benefits of the CE programme

  1. 01 Early exemptions

    Save time by claiming exemptions before you graduate, allowing you to potentially complete the ACCA Qualification much earlier.

  2. 02 Fast-track progression

    Accelerate your journey towards becoming an accounting and finance professional.

  3. 03 CV enhancement

    Enrich your profile with world-class credentials that catch recruiters' eyes.

  4. 04 Prepare for success

    Set yourself up for success in exams and career development through exam preparation seminars and workshops.

  5. 05 Professional networking

    Connect yourself with a truly global network of industry professionals.

Ready to apply?

Use our exemptions calculator to find out whether you're enrolled on an eligible university course. If not, don't worry – you can still study with ACCA, although you won't be eligible for exemptions.

Next, start planning your study and exam journey. Exploring your tuition and study options early can help set you up for long-term success.

When you're ready, register as an ACCA student – the process can take as little as 10 minutes.

  • Exemptions Calculator

    Use the exemptions calculator to find out if you are eligible for any exemptions from our exams, based on prior learning.

    Use our exemptions calculator
  • Find your starting point

    Select your situation to discover the most suitable path for you and take the steps needed to build a successful career as an accountant.

    Start planning your studies
  • Apply to become an ACCA student

    Apply to become an ACCA student and start your journey in accountancy. Gain a globally recognised qualification and start a successful finance career.

    Register as an ACCA student

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