Shaping the businesses of today and tomorrow

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The future ACCA Qualification is an exciting evolution, building on the strengths of the current qualification to meet the evolving needs of employers for skilled, future-ready accountants. It remains as rigorous and relevant as ever, equipping students with the technical and professional skills essential for the modern workplace. We’ve consulted employers, members, learning providers and representatives of Gen Z across the world, and we understand the importance of maintaining the relevance and high standards that define the ACCA Qualification.

These changes, being introduced in 2027, will enhance our rigorous framework:

Our framework

01 Evolving with purpose

The future ACCA Qualification has been redesigned, but this doesn't mean a reduction in rigour. The updated structure ensures that every element remains challenging and comprehensive while focusing on the most relevant competencies for today’s employers.
02 Leading-edge content for modern challenges

From the Essential Employability Modules, which instil critical skills like digital innovation and ethical leadership, to advanced options such as Data Science Professional, the future qualification reflects the new demands on the profession.
03 A commitment to relevance

The inclusion of updated performance objectives, practical experience pathways, and forward-looking subjects ensure that ACCA members remain indispensable to organisations worldwide.

How the future ACCA Qualification will benefit your business

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Our changes ensure that employers will continue to benefit from the strengths of the ACCA Qualification into the future:

Learning experiences that create work-ready talent
Cutting-edge, real-world skills
Flexible and tailored training opportunities
Motivated and inspired employees
Knowledge from talented global community
Ready to create workplace and career impact

The redesigned ACCA Qualification is aligned with our expectations of the future. The introduction of the Essential Employability Modules as part of the future design aligns well with industry requirements to build skills using technology & AI.

Sagar Ahuja FCCA, India

CEO - Accounting Services, QX Global Group

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